Is your Center interested in expanding services and programs for youth? Alie Kriofske from IndependenceFIRST will share her knowledge and experience with funding and developing a youth sexuality education program. The goal of Making Proud Choices is to empower young people and adults with disabilities to make healthy choices around sexuality and relationships. Learning Objectives Part I • Some tools and resources on incorporating sexuality/relationship education for consumers as an independent living skill. • One CIL's best practices, and consumer population for demonstrated effectiveness and sustainability. • The value of empowering youth, adolescents, and adults with disabilities to negotiate their way through choices and concerns related to sexuality and relationships. • Funding sources, and opportunities for funding and collaboration with other organizations to make programs like this one available in centers.