Are you a person with a disability, age 14-25, that wants to learn more about how to get and keep a job? You're invited to Shawnee County Disability Mentoring Day 2026!

Schedule: 

9:00 AM: Employment Panel and Soft Skills Presentation

• People with disabilities who work in the community will speak about their employment experience. Then you'll learn all about soft skills like body language, professionalism, and communication. 

10:00 AM: Breakout Sessions

• Choose your own employment adventure! Visit multiple rooms to create a resume, learn about accommodations, practice interview prep, and more!

11:00 AM: Resource Fair and Job Interview Practice

• Discover the places that can help you get and keep a job and/or sit down for a 1 on 1 sample job interview. 

Register by October 5, 2026. REGISTER HERE.

This event is hosted by Kansas Youth Empowerment Academy (KYEA). 

Shawnee County Disability Mentoring Day 2026 PDF 

Shawnee County Disability Mentoring Day 2026 Resume Worksheet