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The I’m Determined Center is made up of regional Determinators (adult employees of the I’m Determined Center) and Youth Leaders, 13-21-year-old youth with disabilities, who breathe life into the project by sharing their stories and experiences with other youth, educators, and families in Virginia.
Youth Leaders travel throughout Virginia to educate teachers, families, and students about self-determination and the I’m Determined project. You will be expected to demonstrate leadership skills at scheduled events and in your community.
Youth Leaders:
Youth Leaders commit to participating in monthly meetings, annual weekend retreats, the annual Youth Summit in June, as well as any other events that arise, such as presenting to schools and conferences, and assisting with regional I’m Determined opportunities.
Are you team-oriented, responsive, responsible, positive, goal-oriented, and involved in community activities?
Have you attended a Youth & Family Summit or collaborated with I’m Determined staff at a local event?
Are you a Virginia resident with a disability between the ages of 13 and 21?
Can you commit to the TRACK Agreement that helps guide our youth leaders?
If you answer yes to these questions, please consider applying to be a Youth Leader. Applications are due July 11, 2025.
Youth leaders work on regional teams for local work, and all together as a state team for state-wide events, such as the Youth & Family Summit. Each region’s need for new Youth Leaders changes depending on how many are on the current team and how many will be leaving at the end of the year. Open Youth Leader positions are posted according to the current need in that region. Please only apply for openings in the region where you live.
We accept applications for Youth Leaders each summer. Please email info@imdetermined.org with any questions.
We are now accepting applications for new Youth Leaders in ALL Regions. Applications are due by July 11, 2025. Those applications will be reviewed during July, 2025.
