Finding Purpose: Living with FASD
Date/Time
Date(s) - Oct 9, 2019
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Westin Vancouver Airport Hotel
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Finding Purpose
In his presentation Myles will share life experiences on what it is like to live with a disability that is so stigmatized and misunderstood. By giving personal examples of sensory issues, processing, and executive functioning Myles hopes to encourage and inspire audiences, and society as a whole, to change the way they see and understand FASD.
A 1-day conference registration option is available to those wishing to attend this keynote session only.
Categories
- Child Growth and Development
- Child Health and Wellbeing
- Early Care and Education
- Family Support
- Indigenous
- Special Needs
Target Audience
Individuals with an interest in the impact of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FASD)
Registration Fee
$225-$350
Registration Contact Email
popinfo@bcapop.ca
Registration Link
www.bcapop.ca/Annual-Conference-2019
Prerequisite(s)
None
Presenter(s)
Myles Himmelreich
Event Sponsors
BCAPOP
Professional Development Certificate
Upon Request
Professional Development Certificate Credit Hours
3
Registration Space
Filling Up!
Presenter Information
Myles Himmelreich is a well-known motivational speaker, having presented nationally and internationally for many years, sharing his experiences of living with FASD. In his work as a mentor to other youth and adults with FASD, Myles has helped them to understand and accept that we may share similar struggles but also the desire to succeed. He has done a great deal of work as a consultant to many different agencies and at many conferences. Myles was also a co-lead of a ground-breaking study on the health and physical issues of adults living with FASD. His goal is to bring awareness, acceptance and a true understanding of FASD to his audiences.