New DOL Dialogue on Transition to Adulthood for Youth with Disabilities

The Department of Labor (DOL), in collaboration with partners across federal agencies, has launched an ePolicyWorks dialogue, Our Future Matters: Informing the Federal Interagency Strategy, to gather ideas and experiences that may improve policies and practices leading to a smooth transition to adulthood for youth with disabilities. These young people face unique challenges that may complicate their educational trajectories as well as their plans for school, training, and work. As a result, they may have poorer adult educational and employment outcomes than their peers without disabilities and may have difficulty achieving maximum independence. Anyone with a personal or professional interest in supporting the aspirations of youth and young adults with disabilities to live, work, and thrive in their communities is invited to participate in this virtual public engagement event. Registration is free but required to submit ideas or to vote or comment on submitted ideas.