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THIS IS MY FRIEND REIDS STORY. I LOVE HOW HE GETS TO SPELL WITH HIS SISTER! GO REID!♥️

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THIS WAS AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE ♥️ HERE IS SOME OF WHAT I SAID:

“IT (spelling) HAS CHANGED MY LIFE IN EVERY SINGLE WAY. I GET TO BE FULLY KNOWN BY ANYONE WHO HAS PATIENCE.”

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I CANT WAIT TILL TOMORROW. I ASKED MY MOM TO WAKE ME AND JOSHUA UP EARLY TO WATCH IT. I HOPE YOU WATCH IT TOO! 🥰

IM SO GRATEFUL FOR TEACHERS LIKE MRS MOREAUX WHO GIVE THEIR STUDENTS THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE SPELLERS FOR THEMSELVES. I WILL ALWAYS BE SO GRATEFUL SHE LET ME SPELL FOR HER CLASS. I HOPE SHE KNOWS WHAT A HUGE DIFFERENCE SHE MAKES.♥️

MY SCHEDULE ONLY FITS 1 SESSION, BUT IT IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY. HOPE TO SEE MY FELLOW SPELLERS THERE!

🎉 We are incredibly excited to invite you to join our three part volunteer series! This series is designed to help you learn more about C4A, build your confidence as an advocate, get organized, and think about how you want to support communication access.

Here's an overview of each session:

Session 1: Welcome to C4A, The Mission, and The Network
Friday, July 17th at 2 p.m. ET
🔗 Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5858805809?omn=87399579225

In this session, we will introduce the C4A mission and talk about why communication access matters as both a human rights issue and a systems issue. We will talk about different ways volunteers can support the work, including sharing resources, inviting others into the C4A Network, amplifying action alerts, helping educate their communities, and staying connected to advocacy efforts.

Session 2: Your Message, Your Confidence, and Your Advocacy Skills
Monday, July 27th at 2 p.m. ET
🔗 Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5858805809?omn=87685764432

In this session, we will focus on helping you explain who you are, why communication access matters to you, and how to talk about C4A in a clear and confident way. We will practice simple elevator pitches and talk about how personal stories can help people understand the importance of communication rights. You do not need to be a polished public speaker to be an effective advocate. Preparation, support, and clear information can make advocacy feel much more manageable.

Session 3: From Interest to Action, Building your Advocacy Path
Monday, August 10th at 2 p.m. ET
🔗 Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5858805809?omn=83547149117

In this session, we will talk about how volunteers can turn interest into action. We will look at ways to learn about communication access needs in your own state or community, identify where advocacy may be needed, and understand who has influence. We will also discuss how to request a meeting with a policymaker, how to prepare for that meeting, and how to make the most of the time you have.

I LOVED TODAY.♥️

🎉 We have some exciting news! 🎉

The WBRZ news team recently visited VIBE in Gonzales to learn more about the incredible individuals and families we serve.

During filming:

Henry demonstrated a mock lesson with Paige, highlighting intentional motor movement and the structure of a spelling session.

Sophia and her mom, Yvette, shared their family's journey and the life-changing impact that text-based communication has had on their lives.

Adam introduced himself and gave viewers a glimpse into who we are and what VIBE is all about.

We are so grateful to everyone who helped tell this story and for the opportunity to spread awareness about the importance of presuming competence and providing access to communication.

📺 We'll be featured on WBRZ next week! Stay tuned, we'll share the exact date and time as soon as it's announced, along with information on how to download the app so you can watch it live.

We can't wait to share this with all of you!