Keynote Address - CT.gov
Keynote Address “Teamwork,
Technology and Tenacity: Reflections on a Journey of a Lifetime”
Liz Persaud, Training and Outreach Coordinator, Tools for Life - Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program | AMAC Accessibility | Georgia Institute of Technology Liz Persaud is a nationally recognized keynote, public speaker, and advocate addressing the need to build bridges to solidify the gaps between individuals living with and without disabilities. Liz is the proud recipient of the 1999 and 2005 Muscular Dystrophy Association Personal Achievement Award in Georgia. Liz has dedicated her life to increasing independence for individuals with disabilities by educating on selfdetermination and advocacy with a focus on technology and disabilities.
Featured Breakout Sessions Accessing Your World: Exploring Environmental Control Technologies Liz Persaud, Training and Outreach Coordinator, Tools for Life - Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program | AMAC Accessibility | Georgia Institute of Technology
Using AT to Support Inclusive Employment Practices Assistive Technology to Support Executive Function Mike Marotta, Director, Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center at Disability Rights NJ Mike is the 2017 ISTE Inclusive Learning Network Outstanding Educator and a RESNA Certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) with over 28 years of experience in the field of Assistive Technology. He is the Director of the Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center at Disability Rights New Jersey, an independent AT consultant and serves on the CAST Accessible Educational Materials Advisory Board. Additional Breakout Sessions will focus on Assistive Technology for Education, Employment and Independent Living. To register and for further information on session content, please visit www.cttechact.com/conference. Early Bird Registration of $125.00 ends February 2nd. Full Price Registration $150.00. Deadline to register is March 2nd.
Technology and Tenacity: Reflections on a Journey of a Lifetime”
Liz Persaud, Training and Outreach Coordinator, Tools for Life - Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program | AMAC Accessibility | Georgia Institute of Technology Liz Persaud is a nationally recognized keynote, public speaker, and advocate addressing the need to build bridges to solidify the gaps between individuals living with and without disabilities. Liz is the proud recipient of the 1999 and 2005 Muscular Dystrophy Association Personal Achievement Award in Georgia. Liz has dedicated her life to increasing independence for individuals with disabilities by educating on selfdetermination and advocacy with a focus on technology and disabilities.
Featured Breakout Sessions Accessing Your World: Exploring Environmental Control Technologies Liz Persaud, Training and Outreach Coordinator, Tools for Life - Georgia's Assistive Technology Act Program | AMAC Accessibility | Georgia Institute of Technology
Using AT to Support Inclusive Employment Practices Assistive Technology to Support Executive Function Mike Marotta, Director, Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center at Disability Rights NJ Mike is the 2017 ISTE Inclusive Learning Network Outstanding Educator and a RESNA Certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) with over 28 years of experience in the field of Assistive Technology. He is the Director of the Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center at Disability Rights New Jersey, an independent AT consultant and serves on the CAST Accessible Educational Materials Advisory Board. Additional Breakout Sessions will focus on Assistive Technology for Education, Employment and Independent Living. To register and for further information on session content, please visit www.cttechact.com/conference. Early Bird Registration of $125.00 ends February 2nd. Full Price Registration $150.00. Deadline to register is March 2nd.
