Disability-related events mainly in the Asia and Pacific region

MIUSA is currently accepting applications from young people with disabilities to take part in an international exchange program in summer 2006 to Tokyo, Japan, entitled the US/Japan: Cross Cultural Perspectives on Disability Leadership and Volunteerism Exchange Program. As a non-profit organization, MIUSA is dedicated to promoting opportunities for people with disabilities in international exchange, leadership development and volunteer service. Since 1981, MIUSA has offered international exchange programs for youth, adults and professionals with and without disabilities from more than ninety different countries. Individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing as well as those who have a visual impairment, mobility impairment, non-apparent disabilities or any other type of disability are encouraged to apply. MIUSA will provide appropriate accommodations to each qualified participant with a disability. We are looking for young people between the ages of 18-24 whom you would recommend. Please encourage them to download an application from www.miusa.org. Generous scholarships are available. The eligibility requirements are: the applicant must be between 18 - 24 years old by July 31, 2006 and must be a U.S. citizen.The application deadline is March 15, 2006, though late applications will be accepted as space permits. Young people with disabilities from culturally diverse backgrounds and inexperienced international travelers are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit our website at www.miusa.org. Application materials are available in alternative formats upon request. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jena Price, Program Coordinator, International Exchange Programs, directly at exchange@miusa.org or by Tel/TTY at (541) 343-1284

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