Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Eye on You Learning Series 2012

Won with One is proud to host this dynamic learning series; taking place over six weeks and focusing on proactive solutions and educational resources by leaders in the blind/visually impaired community in Canada. All proceeds from this series will go to assist Won with One’s charitable program for blind and visually impaired triathletes.

Cost: $15 per workshop OR $75 for the series (6)
Location: Ottawa City Hall
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30pm

To register for the complete series (6) click here.
To register for individual workshops click here.

Workshop Topics:

#1 - From the Couch to Well-being

Thursday, February 2nd
Ottawa City Hall, Honeywell Room
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.**

Fitness expert, Wendall Hughes has designed an innovative and fully accessible exercise program for B/VI persons introducing them to simple exercise routines that can be done in the home. This workshop will be focused on providing resources and information to persons who are new to living active lifestyles, with tips, tools and support that will aid in developing healthier lifestyles.

To register for the complete series (6) click here.


#2 - Your Life. Your Voice.

Thursday, February 9th
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall, Colonel By Room

To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.

Leaders in Human Rights in Canada will present in this exciting workshop on self-advocacy. Focusing on how to make your voice heard, understanding your rights and working within challenging systems. This topic will be directly focused on providing the B/VI community with resources, ideas and an understanding of the laws in Canada which are designed to protect the rights of all persons living with disabilities.

To register for the complete series (6) click here.


#3 - Equality in Employment

Thursday, February 16th
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall, Honeywell Room

To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.

This dynamic round table discussion will focus on resume writing tips, interview preparation, how to turn a volunteer role into a permanent position, as well as overcoming barriers which stand in the way of employment as a B/VI person. With a panel of knowledgeable and experienced leaders in employment, this topic will aid in taking the right steps in your career search.

To register for the complete series (6) click here.


#4 - Your Financial Future 101

Thursday, February 23rd
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall, Colonel By Room

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**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.

Ryan Ricci, an Investment Fund Advisor with Desjardins Financial Security Investments Inc., will assist with his wealth of knowledge on how to prepare for your financial future with a workshop that has been designed for the blind/visually impaired community. Dealing with financial preparations from beginning to end, RDSP contributions and the importance of preparing for your tomorrow; this topic will bring real answers to real questions about financial security and independence.

To register for the complete series (6) click here.


#5 - The 20/200 Project

Thursday, March 1st
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall

To register click here.
***Please note that registration for this event is capped at 12 participants.

From accessible mobile technology to independence; Co-Founders of The 20/200 Project, Chris Maley and Jan Ditchfield, will lead a workshop exploring how accessible mobile technology will lead to independence. With hands-on applications and teaching aids, this powerful and innovative workshop will provide participants with an understanding of the power of mobile devices and how they can be used in work, life and play.

To register for the complete series (6) click here.


#6 - From the Tether to the T-Zone

Thursday, March 8th
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall

To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.

Rick Hellard of Zone3sports and Jan Ditchfield, Executive Director of Won with One, will host this hands-on learning opportunity for guides and race directors. Covering everything from Guiding 101 practices to assisting race directors in making their events blind friendly, this workshop will focus on educating the sighted community on accessibility needs and equality for B/VI athletes on and off the race course.

To register for the complete series (6) click here

We look froward to having you join us and for more information, please email us at wonwithone@gmail.com.