Brianne Riffle and Wes Fisher on the Youth Leadership Forum

Brianne Riffle and Wes Fisher served as co-chairs of the 2019 Youth Leadership Forum (YLF), a five-day career, leadership, and advocacy training for 11th and 12th grade high school students with disabilities. The program took place from July 14-18 in Columbus. Delegates came from all across Ohio to take part in educational sessions on advocacy and leadership; disability rights; the legislative process; employment with a disability; informational interviewing and speed mentoring; and independent living and technology.

In this episode, Riffle and Fisher talk about their experiences as former delegates, how participation shaped their identities, and why they choose to pay it forward.

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