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Youth

I’m Determined is on a mission to empower young people just like you. You might be wondering what self-determination is and how you can start being more independent. This page will help you learn more and provides tools to help you on your journey.
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Tools for Young People

Get started on your self-determination journey! I’m Determined tools help you uncover your unique talents, advocate for yourself, achieve your goals, and overcome challenges.

All Tools Page

One-Pager

Downloadable, fillable PDF file of the One-Pager – a tool to help others get to know the important things about you.
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4 column worksheet with headings My Strengths (in yellow), My Preferences (in teal), My Interests (in red), and My Needs (in purple)

Good Day Plan

Downloadable, fillable PDF file of the Good Day Plan – a tool to help you design days that are perfect for you!
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4 column worksheet with headings Good Day (in yellow), Now (in teal), Action (in red), and Support (in purple)

Use the Goal Plan to Set and Attain Goals

The Goal Plan is a simple tool to help youth set and attain goals. Download a fillable PDF and instructions on how to use the Goal Plan.
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4 column worksheet with headings My Goal (in yellow), Outcomes (in teal), Next Steps (in red), and People Who Can Support (in purple)

Join us for the 2025 Youth & Family Summit

Each year, I’m Determined hosts a three-day event in June for youth with disabilities and their families to network and discuss important issues together. Apply to join us June 10-12, 2025!
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Meet our Youth Leaders

I’m Determined State Youth Leaders are a diverse, energetic, creative, and passionate group of young adults.

I’m Determined has taught me to talk, speak up, communicate, and not to be shy. I advocate for myself by attending my IEP meetings and telling my teachers what things I need to help me learn. I work really hard and tell myself, “you got this.”

– Sydney, Youth Leader, Region 5
Sydney smiling, wearing a shirt with floral print, hand on hip

Determination is not a skill that can be mastered, it’s an aspect of life that we have to strive for everyday; within everything we do.

– Traleya, Youth Leader, Regions 2 & 3
Headshot of youth leader, Traleya, female with dark brown hair with highlights, wearing a striped shirt and jean jacket, sitting on a bench outdoors

I’m Determined is what gave me a voice and taught me whatever I want to do, I have to be self-determined and advocate for myself. Advocating for myself has helped me advocate for other people.

– Chloe, Youth Leader, Regions 2 & 3
Headshot of youth leader, Chloe, female with short, brown hair, smiling

I’ve had a life-changing experience with I’m Determined. The learning tools prepared me to be life-ready in college and the workforce. I strongly recommend to start using these tools early to give students a sense of autonomy in their education. The lifelong friendships that I have developed here at I’m Determined will also be cherished for a lifetime!

– Jonathan, Youth Leader, Regions 1 & 8
Headshot of youth leader, Jonathan, male with black hair and glasses, smiling and wearing a purple and yellow striped polo shirt

Be a State Youth Leader

State Youth Leader Applications

Are you team-oriented, responsive, responsible, positive, goal-oriented, and involved in community activities? If so, please consider applying to be a Youth Leader!
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