Neurodivergent Young Adult Advisory Council

NYAAC

The Neurodivergent Young Adult Advisory Council (NYAAC) honors the lived experiences of neurodivergent young adults and promotes self-advocacy within the community.

Council Overview

Transition Pathways strongly believes “nothing about us without us” when providing services. We launched Neurodivergent Young Adult Advisory Council to ensure autistic voices are elevated across our initiatives.

Promote Self-Advocacy

Through advocacy, council members will gain confidence in leadership and facilitation to promote and create a community for autistic young adults throughout the City of Philadelphia.

Support Transition Pathways in an Advisory Capacity

Through advisory, council members will advise on Transition Pathways initiatives to ensure the inclusion of an autistic perspective. This includes but is not limited to school-to-work programs, the Drexel Business Innovation Center, community engagement and outreach.

Council Eligibility

Who is eligible to apply?

I am neurodivergent, or have another disability and I am willing to draw from my own lived experience
I am able to participate in group discussion and work as a team
I am a high school graduate
I have strong verbal and written communication skills
I have competence in the use of Microsoft Suite, Google Apps, Zoom, and other workplace technology

How do I apply to join NYAAC?

If you are interested in applying, please complete this form. We accept applications on an ongoing basis. A member from Transition Pathways and the council will be in touch to discuss your application.