Moving Forward Together
October 24-26 2007 Hyatt Regency at Reunion, 300 Reunion Blvd., Dallas, Texas
Join the Movement at the 2007 National MS Society National Conference.
This year’s conference promises to be an extraordinary event, focusing on how we fully support our strategic response of We mobilize the talent and resources of the millions of people who want to do something about MS We will move together toward building our volunteer leadership by targeting three core audiences: Volunteers and staff who support programs and services for people with MS Key volunteer leaders and strategic leadership (trustees and board members) Volunteers and staff who are driving our events and raising money.
The conference offers:TRAINING: Comprehensive, expert-led, volunteer-facilitated workshops that deliver a “big idea” and provide “how to” tactics
INSPIRATION: Motivational stories from great speakers
Moving Forward Together Film Festival with 5 films by people impacted by MS RECOGNITION AND AWARDS: For individuals and chapters
NETWORKING: Network opportunities abound
ENTERTAINMENT: Enjoy the fun, surprise guests and more
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS :Wednesday, October 24
General session, welcome reception in the Exhibit Hall with country singer Carrie Smith followed by a “boot scootin'” concert in the ballroom.
Thursday, October 25
Keynote address, workshops throughout the day, exhibits, lunch featuring Caroline C. Whitacre, PhD who will provide an exciting update on the status of current MS research, general session with Joyce Nelson on how we are moving closer to a world free of MS, Denim and Diamonds celebration dinner recognizing volunteers and featuring keynote speaker Tim Richardson, who will illustrate how being rich often has little to do with money.
Friday, October 26
Workshops and delegate assembly, corporate brunch and Shining Star recognition, town hall meetings, general sessions with board chair Weyman Johnson Types of Assistive Technology Products Assistive technology products are designed to provide additional accessibility to individuals who have physical or cognitive difficulties, impairments, and disabilities. When selecting assistive technology products, it is crucial to find products that are compatible with the computer operating system and programs on the particular computer being used.
