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How to hire a Speaker

Speakers present on a range of topics for a range for different audiences.  Check out the ‘current speakers’ tab to see our featured presenters.  Each presenter profile has contact information should you like to hire or find out more about this speaker.  If you are in a community who doesn’t have a listed speaker, or you are looking for someone to speak on a topic that isn’t listed, please contact CLBC Self Advocate Advisor, Jessica Humphrey, and she may be able to connect you.

 

Jessica Humphrey jessica.humphrey@gov.bc.ca     Phone: 778-679-2691

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Wai Hung Ma

Breaking Limitations     Wai epitomizes the philosophy of “breaking limitations” and is an inspiration and model for many. Wai has succeeded in producing his own unique and thought provoking study of what makes Wai run! It is facing up

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Riia Talve

is an inspirational speaker for people who have disabilities. Riia has made her disabilities a blessing by helping others realize their disabilities are not holding them back from their dreams. Riia always knew she wanted a career in art and

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Elisa Paczos

  As an animal liberation rights activist, we are standing up for the underdogs. Which is why speaking up for those with a disability, who are also underdogs, is so important to me. Hi, my name is Elisa Paczos, I’m

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Sherwin Strong

  SHERWIN STRONG works as a Self Advocate Liaison for the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. Sherwin is a 21 year old inspirational speaker and trainer and is available to present the following 1 hour workshop: Promoting Inclusive Employment In

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Shelley De Coste

  SHELLEY DE COSTE is a well-known leader in the Self Advocacy Movement. She started the DIVERSABILITY campaign in 2012 and now has followers across BC. Shelley says, “If you break down the word DISabled, you get not able. If

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David Johnston

DAVID JOHNSTON is a firm believer in equality for all. As a young outspoken lad it didn’t take him long to realize that he was passionate about helping people with Diverse Abilities. A little older and still outspoken David calls Dawson

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