Youth Program

The BACKBONES Youth Summer Program is for teenagers (ages 15-18) with spinal cord injuries and disease (SCI/D) to build self-advocacy skills and learn about topics important to youth with disabilities. Some topics include Going to College, Storytelling & Social Media, Employment, Recreation & Travel, Dating, and many more! This is a new virtual program that meets weekly from June through August. It is a fun opportunity to connect with other individuals with SCI/D and learn directly from leaders and professionals in the disability community. If you are between the ages of 15-18 and are living with SCI/D please complete the form below to apply!
About the Program
- Program participants meet weekly via Zoom from mid-June to mid-August
- Guest speakers and interactive activities
- Meet other teenagers with SCI/D, make new friends, and receive and provide unique support
- Receive a $500 stipend
- Photo session with a professional photographer
- Weekly sessions are 2 hours long every Wednesday at 11am PST / 1pm CST / 2pm EST
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 12, 2023
NOTIFICATIONS: May 2023
PROGRAM DATES: June 14, 2023 to August 16, 2023
For questions contact Amanda Russel at arussel@backbonesonline.com
This program is funded by the Craig H. Neilsen Foundation