Discover Greatness Through Service
Through peaceful, courageous service young people in the civil rights era impacted their communities and changed the country. EPIC is equipping a new generation of leaders, young people with disabilities, to celebrate their civil rights by making a lasting impact on their communities.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. taught that “everyone can be great, because everyone can serve.” Join us to discover greatness through service.
Programs
EPIC Service Warriors is a community service and education program for youth with disabilities between the ages of 16-23. EPIC Service Warriors meet on a monthly basis for one year to participate in community service projects in the Greater Boston Area. By creating the change they want to see in the world the Service Warriors learn more about local communities and develop practical skills that will help them develop as leaders and pursue future goals. We believe that every young person has a Warrior within. Are you ready to free your inner Service Warrior?
EPIC Community Trainings provide individuals with and without disabilities with opportunities to explore topics such as disabilities, ableism, inclusion, self-empowerment and how to work with youth with disabilities. EPIC’s inclusive staff offers trainings to schools, nonprofits, youth groups and community programs throughout the Greater Boston Area.
For more information about EPIC and how to get involved visit www.epicleaders.org or contact Jeff Lafata at jlafata@epicleaders.org.
Why EPIC? Some Fast Stats:
- 35% of youth with disabilities are completely uninvolved in their communities
- 22% of people with disabilities in the United Stated fail to complete high school, compared to 9% without disabilities
- Community service connects young people to their communities, fosters leadership and develops an interest in making a difference
- Youth who perform voluntary community service are 19% more likely to graduate college
