About the discussion
Are we not all searching to become fully autonomous individuals? For a person living with a disability, daily life brings many constraints, and challenges the very notion of autonomy. How can an individual, when influenced by the perception and attitudes of others, find a way beyond this and simply be a full member of society. During this public conversation Madeleine Picard and Robert Jean, both born with cerebral palsy, will share their thoughts on these questions.
Moderator:
Daniel Bouchard is the volunteer coordinator for Santropol Roulant, a not-for-profit organization, bringing people together across generations and cultures through an innovative meals-on-wheels service, intergenerational activities and volunteer programs.
Madeleine Picard is a tough and tenacious woman, whose life experience has given her a fresh perspective and the strength to overcome what is inaccessible. Joyfulness inhabits all of her undertakings.
Robert Jean is a man of action and willfulness. Quadraplegic and mute, he is both a writer and public speaker and is involved in many projects supporting people with disabilities. He is especially concerned with the plight of children.