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The 2023 Inclusion Alberta Family Conference, April 14-15 at the Fantasyland Hotel in Edmonton, AB featuring Karyn Harvey and Vicki Knight. Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite here
Saturday, April 15 • 1:30pm - 3:00pm
The Growing Landscape of Inclusive Post-Secondary Education: Promising Possibilities

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In over 35 years of partnering with post-secondary institutions across the province, the opportunities for learners with developmental disabilities in higher education remain endless. What initially began as a group of families desiring more for their family members with developmental disabilities after high school has grown to over 20 post-secondary institutions across Alberta offering the opportunity for students with developmental disabilities to continue their education. This panel session will provide a brief overview of inclusive post-secondary education supports and share stories from families, faculty, and others committed to ensuring that students with developmental disabilities have every opportunity to experience all that post-secondary education has to offer.

Speakers
avatar for Darren Beach

Darren Beach

Regional Coordinator, Inclusive Post-Secondary Education, Inclusion Alberta
“Darren Beach is a Regional Coordinator of Inclusive Post-Secondary Education. He provides leadership and support to three Inclusive Post-Secondary Education Initiatives across the province (MacEwan University, University of Lethbridge, Lakeland College) as they support students... Read More →
avatar for Dave Gunderson

Dave Gunderson

Dave Gunderson is a retired teacher with over 32 years of experience. He taught grades 5 to 12 in a rural school focusing on French as a Second Language, Social Studies and Physical Education. He lives on an acreage East of Sherwood Park with his wife Kathy where they raised their... Read More →
avatar for Ron Egan

Ron Egan

Senior Workforce Manager, Clark Builders
Ron Egan plays a critical role as Senior Workforce Manager at Clark Builders, overseeing the construction company's workforce and ensuring that they meet project needs. He is actively involved in the job sites, ensuring that workers are well taken care of and have opportunities for... Read More →
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Ashton Kennedy

Student, Ambrose University
Ashton Kennedy grew up in Grande Prairie, Alberta and has always been a motivated, driven, and goal-oriented person. The week after his 18th birthday, Ashton moved to Calgary to pursue his dreams and live independently. With a supportive family, Ashton was able to navigate the... Read More →
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Clint Derocher

Millwright Instructor, Northwestern Polytechnic
Clint Derocher is a millwright instructor at Northwestern Polytechnic. He started his career working as an automotive mechanic before getting his millwright ticket and beginning his teaching career. He lives in Grande Prairie with his wife, Darlene. He is a proud dad of 3 and... Read More →
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Miranda Hui

Faculty Development Advisor, Norquest College
In her role, she is passionate about helping empower and support instructors in their teaching practices to ultimately enhance the student learning experience and success.    In addition, Miranda is involved with initiatives at the College surrounding international learners... Read More →
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Shawna Francis

Provincial Director, Inclusion Alberta
Shawna Francis (she/her) lives in Edmonton and has been connected to Inclusion Alberta for many years as a sister and staff member, advocating for her brother and many others. As an employee of Inclusion Alberta, she has worked at several post-secondary institutions and now as the... Read More →


Saturday April 15, 2023 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Room 7