Do you want to learn from people with experience fighting for their rights in an ableist society? Do you want to learn about the power of language and ways you can respect people labeled with an intellectual disability? Join our panel of experienced self-advocates for stories, advice, and a live Q&A about the challenges and solutions people have found!

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 | 10:30am-11:30am (PST)

Please register by Monday, October 18th. We will send an email reminder through your Eventbrite registration with the Zoom login information to all registered attendees on October 19th, 1 day before the event. (Check your promotions/junk folder if you don't find it in your inbox this day - You can also check the Eventbrite online event page to get the Zoom login link 1 day before the event or email us anytime). We hope you can make it!

This event includes a presentation and a panel. Panel members will share stories and lessons from their lives about the power of language, experiences with the R-word, and much more. There will be time for questions from the audience at the end.

Meet the Presentation & Panel Speakers:

• Meghan Atkinson-Smith, Self-Advocate & Singer/Songwriter
• Jo-Anne Gauthier, BCPF President & Self-Advocate Mentor
• David Johnston, Facilitator & Self-Advocate Mentor
• Vanessa Mendoza, Self-Advocate & BCPF Board of Directors
• Akshay Sachdeva, Self-Advocate
• Sherwin Strong, Self-Advocate Liaison & Inspirational Speaker and Trainer
• Dara Watson, Self-Advocate & BCPF Board of Directors

This presentation is for allies, supporters and caregivers of people with intellectual disabilities, government officials, services providers, other self-advocacy group members, and anyone who wants to learn more about the power of language and human rights.