Transition to Adulthood – ‘Yes I Can’
What is ‘Yes I Can’?
Yes I Can is for young people aged 14 and over who are living with Duchenne. We know that for many young people, the transition to adulthood can be a really challenging time. Many struggle with feeling isolated, facing barriers to continued education or employment, finding ways to live independently and meeting others who understand the challenges of life with a progressive muscle wasting condition.
Independence doesn’t mean you have to live on your own, it means feeling able to do what you want to do” Ravi Mehta, Yes I Can Project Lead and living with Duchenne
Yes I Can is an innovative programme combining online sessions with in-person events all designed to increase skills, knowledge, understanding and confidence. We are creating a network of young people across the UK who live with Duchenne to support each other, create friendships and change the perception in our society of what disabled young people can achieve.
We’re transforming transition for the future, are you with us?
Are you a young person aged 14-25 living with Duchenne? Would you like to;
Yes I Can Online
The ‘Yes I can’ sessions give you the opportunity to meet other young people living with Duchenne, to develop friendships and to create a network of support for each other.
Read moreResidential Weekends & In-person Meet-Ups
We combine online sessions with residential weekends and opportunities for in-person meet-ups.
Read moreWe know that with the right encouragement, tools and positivity, you can realise your aspirations and create a bright future.
We can’t wait to support you in the next part of your journey.
Thank you
Action Duchenne would like to thank the following sponsors who have provided financial support for these projects but have no involvement in these projects, and all the individuals whose contributions helped to make these projects happen:
The National Lottery, PTC Therapeutics, Garfield Weston Foundation, Sarepta, Pfizer and Roche.
