The Contraband
The City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Commission on Disability will host its Biennial Disability Awareness Conference entitled “Able and Capable Leaders in the Workforce: Today, Tomorrow and the Future” at the Lake Charles Civic Center, located at 900 Lakeshore Dr., in the Contraband Room, on Thursday, April 14, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Keynote speakers for the biennial event are Jeremy Furs of First Federal Bank; Edward Kron, a veteran representative; Nelson Dronet, The Missing Piece; and Tara Trahan, a McNeese State University student.
“We want to ensure that the important work of expanding opportunities of persons with physical and mental disabilities continues in our community,” said Lake Charles Mayor Randy Roach. “The conference promises to be another great event, offering speakers and workshops that are not only informative, but highly motivating as well.”
The event will include exhibits and workshops. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Entertainment will include Zydeco Aerobics, The International Dance Company, and Westlake High School Jazz Band. Washington-Marion High School will provide its color guard and Shandy Warran will be our guest soloist.
The City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Commission on Disability was formed in 1983 to expand the opportunities of persons with physical or mental disabilities and enhance their contribution to society. The organization works with individuals, organizations, businesses, and professionals to strengthen public understanding of the needs and potential contributions of persons with disabilities.
The event is free to the public.
For more information, call (337) 491-1440.
Keynote speakers for the biennial event are Jeremy Furs of First Federal Bank; Edward Kron, a veteran representative; Nelson Dronet, The Missing Piece; and Tara Trahan, a McNeese State University student.
“We want to ensure that the important work of expanding opportunities of persons with physical and mental disabilities continues in our community,” said Lake Charles Mayor Randy Roach. “The conference promises to be another great event, offering speakers and workshops that are not only informative, but highly motivating as well.”
The event will include exhibits and workshops. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Entertainment will include Zydeco Aerobics, The International Dance Company, and Westlake High School Jazz Band. Washington-Marion High School will provide its color guard and Shandy Warran will be our guest soloist.
The City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Commission on Disability was formed in 1983 to expand the opportunities of persons with physical or mental disabilities and enhance their contribution to society. The organization works with individuals, organizations, businesses, and professionals to strengthen public understanding of the needs and potential contributions of persons with disabilities.
The event is free to the public.
For more information, call (337) 491-1440.
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