Disability Leadership & Policy Summit


An Agenda for Change in the 21st Century
Admission Is FREE
All members of the disability community are welcome. 		Link to registration for the free disability leadership summit
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Student Center
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549
June 5, 2008
1pm to 5pm

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You Can Make A Difference !

An unprecedented opportunity to share your insights and suggestions with some of the best minds in the disability community.

Join us for a dynamic, in-depth discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing people with disabilities and our nation in the 21st century.

Co-Hosted By
United Spinal Association - The Nassau County Office for the Physically Challenged - Hofstra University’s School of Education & Allied Human Services.

Speakers Include These Nationally Known Experts

  • Christine M. Griffin,
    Commissioner U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
  • Andrew J. Imparato,
    President, American Association of People with Disabilities
  • Dr. George Giuliani,
    Associate Professor, Hofstra University School of Education & Allied Human Services
  • Eleanor Smith,
    Executive Director, Concrete Change
  • Helena Williams,
    President, Long Island Railroad
  • Don Dreyer,
    Director, Nassau County Office for the Physically Challenged
  • James J. Weisman
    General Counsel, United Spinal Association

View Speaker Bios (PDF).

Summit Reception- Meet The Speakers

Following the Summit, we are offering a special reception at the nearbylink to disability leadership and policy summit reception reservations University Club for a $50 donation. Guests will have the opportunity to meet our distinguished speakers and extend the discussion with colleagues and fellow attendees.

The reception will feature a variety of beverages, accompanied by hors d’oeuvre.