Youth who are strong self-advocates know what they want, what they do well and where they face challenges.
Youth in Transition Toolkit:
Youth in Transition Toolkit
- Minnesota’s Youth in Transition Framework
- Educate yourself
- Engage families
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Support youth
- My best life
- In(ter)dependent living
- Employment
- Postsecondary education and training
Postsecondary education and training
Advocacy and supports
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Self-advocacy in postsecondary education and training
Make sure youth understand their disability and why they received additional assistance while in high school.
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Accommodations and assistive technology
Help youth explore accommodations or assistive technology for success in postsecondary education or training.
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On-campus supports
Help youth consider the need for extra on-campus supports.
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Rights and responsibilities
Help youth understand their rights and responsibilities in postsecondary education and training through the ADA and Rehabilitation Act.
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Other postsecondary education and training services and supports
Help youth explore extra services or supports to be successful in postsecondary education and training.