Seeking Presenters for a New Attitude

Do you have a story to share? You can promote greater understanding and acceptance of people with disabilities and their families by sharing your experiences. Studies show that when college students and members of the community hear personal stories, they become better teachers, social workers, health professionals and citizens!

Presenters for a New Attitude is a free two-day workshop where you will learn the skills needed to share your stories with audiences. You will do this with the encouragement and feedback of other participants, previous graduates, and experienced presenters from The Advocacy Center.

Requirements for participants:
 - Need to be an adult with a developmental disability or a parent/family member
 - Attend the two-day workshop
 - Come with a desire to share your story
 - Develop, fine-tune and practice your presentation
 - Give and take supportive feedback

The Advocacy Center is seeking applications for the program to be offered in Monroe County on Thursday, April 28th and Saturday, April 30th, 2011. Twelve individuals from Monroe County will be selected to participate through an application process. Use the link above for an application form. Deadline for applications is March 18, 2011. For more information, contact Colleen Brown at (585) 546-1700 ext. 267.