Programs and Services
Diverse Ability Incorporated provides programs and services at no cost to youth and young adults who have disabilities.
Jump to: Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF), Arizona Youth Engagement Academy (AZYEA), Peer-Based, Person-Centered Planning Services, Peer-Based Programs for Schools, Peer Navigation, Skills to Pay the Bills, Engaging Families and Young Adults Program (EFYAP), Family Transition Navigation
Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF)
Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF) is a multi-day, peer-led conference that empowers youth and young adults, aged 14–22, who have disabilities to become confident advocates and leaders. Through AZYLF, participants:
- Experience a peer-led conference for young adults by young adults
- Participate in hands-on workshops and activities
- Strengthen their leadership and self-advocacy skills
- Learn from engaging guest speakers, expand their support network, discover new resources, and build lasting friendships
Arizona Youth Engagement Academy (AZYEA)
The Arizona Youth Engagement Academy (AZYEA) empowers graduates of the Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF) to become confident peer leaders with Diverse Ability Incorporated and in their communities. At AZYEA, youth and young adults engage in hands-on training that develops their skills and boosts their confidence. Participants develop valuable presentation, public speaking, and peer-to-peer facilitation skills.
Peer-Based, Person-Centered Planning Services
At Diverse Ability Incorporated, a person-centered plan is a helpful document created by a youth or young adult, with assistance from their supporters, to outline their vision for the future. This document is all about them, and it’s flexible and can be adjusted as their dreams and goals grow! With the assistance of their chosen supporters and one of our trained Peer Leaders, we aim to help youth and young adults: express their wishes, build on their strengths, and set clear goals.
Peer-Based Programs for Schools
Diverse Ability Incorporated’s peer-based programs for schools empower students who have disabilities as they transition to adulthood. Our trained Peer Leaders educate, motivate, and equip students through hands-on learning opportunities, including: Person-Centered Planning and Skills to Pay the Bills programming. We can customize our programs to meet the needs of your school and students. Contact us to learn how we can work together to provide your students with quality, peer-based education.
Peer Navigation
Finding the right support can be overwhelming, but our Peer Navigation Services are here to help youth and young adults discover valuable resources and programs. Our Peer Navigators are trained Peer Leaders who are knowledgeable about local programs and support services. They offer personal insights that make the navigation process more relatable, and they can provide information about opportunities offered by Diverse Ability Incorporated.
Skills to Pay the Bills
Skills to Pay the Bills is a practical curriculum designed to prepare young people for success in the workplace. Our Peer Leaders utilize this curriculum to introduce youth and young adults to essential workplace interpersonal and professional skills through hands-on, engaging activities. These activities focus on six key skills: Communication, Enthusiasm and Attitude, Teamwork, Networking, Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking, and Professionalism.
Engaging Families and Young Adults Program (EFYAP)
The Engaging Families and Young Adults Program (EFYAP) offers opportunities for young adults (ages 18-26) and families who have various backgrounds and experiences to meaningfully engage as “Advisors” with organizations seeking their expertise. The EFYAP trains and matches Advisors with organizations that value their insights and compensate them for their contributions. This program is administered in partnership with Encircle Families and is funded by the ADHS/Bureau of Women’s and Children’s Health through the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant.
Family Transition Navigation
Coming in 2026: In partnership with Encircle Families, we are here to help families and transition-aged youth who have disabilities (ages 14–22) confidently prepare for life after high school. Our Family Transition Navigator supports families and young adults who have disabilities as they plan for life after school—with guidance on employment, education, independent living, and connecting with services like VR, DDD, and AHCCCS.