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5916 Speaking for Ourselves: Panel of Individuals with Autism
Friday, July 27, 2012: 3:30 PM-5:00 PM
Pacific Salon 3 (Town and Country Resort and Convention Center)
This is the 22nd year for the Speaking for Ourselves panel in which four individuals share their experience of autism/Aspergers. This is an opportunity for you to hear about their struggles and victories, and a chance to applaud their personal growth. Each year, new individuals are chosen to give them a chance to be in the spotlight and gain confidence in expressing themselves in a supportive atmosphere. Come join us to cheer them on!
Learning Objectives:
- Participants will have the opportunity to hear about the experience of autism from individuals on the autism spectrum.
- Participants will learn strategies that have been helpful for these individuals.
- Participants will have the opportunity to applaud and encourage these individuals.
Content Area: Life with Autism
Presenter:
Julie A. Donnelly, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
University of Missouri, Columbia
Julie Donnelly, Ph.D., an adjunct associate professor for the University of Missouri where she teaches autism classes in their Masters program in autism. She keynotes conferences, gives presentations, consults and publishes internationally. Julie is the mother of Jean-Paul Bovee, who experiences autism.
