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Become an e-Buddy!
Duration
30 - 60-Minutes
How Often Is This Offered?
Monthly
Age Range
- 6th - 8th
- High School
Help Required
Adult
Description
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This activity is great for anyone who loves email communication! E-buddies is an email based friendship built between someone with an intellectual disability and someone without.
What's Needed To Complete
Personal device with access to internet
Special Requirements
10 years of age or older under 13 requires the supervision of a parent
How It Makes A Difference
Our organization focuses on the mission of inclusion. Through creating 1:1 friendships we create a more inclusive space for people with and without disabilities to come together via email.
Instructions
Visit our https://www.ebuddies.org/apply/e-buddies website and APPLY! Please be patient as your application is reviewed. Once approved, you will receive a confirmation email from Best Buddies to connect with your e-buddy.
Location
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