Why Should YOU Join KASA?
Here are just a few of the benefits to our members-and membership is FREE. There are many benefits to being part of a national network of youth and young adults with disabilities and health care needs and our allies. There is always room for more members, and we'd love to have you join us.
Benefits of KASA Membership
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You have an opportunity to give input into the work we do.
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We give you access to youth experts on youth leadership and meaningful youth involvement.
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Our network features youth and young adult leaders as resource experts on living in the community, managing our health care, going to school, advocacy, civil rights, getting a job and much more.
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You can have your poetry, art and original articles featured on our website.
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We are a cross-country network for peer support, sharing information about learning your rights and changing systems to include US.
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We provide information on scholarships, conferences and events around the country.
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You can raise your own disability awareness—learn about things you don’t hear about in other places.
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You will have a connection and opportunity to communicate with other youth in the disability community in a ‘safe’ place in our forums.
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We spotlight youth from across the nation who are making a difference in their communities. You can get ideas, or you could be next!
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You can learn about and participate in leadership and speaking opportunities and/or gain access to youth who can speak at your meetings and attend your trainings.
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Membership is FREE for youth, $15.00 for parents, $30.00 for professionals and $50.00 for organizations [sliding fee scale is available to those who need it]. You can sign up on our website or call/write to KASA at the phone/address below.
Click here to find out how to sign up.