AL SWAIN

Al was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy at a young age. To most, the loss of mobility and eyesight would be enough to give up. For Al, it was the incentive to create and build upon what was given to him. In turn, he has given back for more than he has taken. His resume reads like a Who’s Who.

Al brings his background of professional excellence to the podium. He defines his programs on disabilities, diversity, and multicultural concerns as having “irreverence, a dash of realism, and a liberal sprinkling of humor”.  His keynote presentations and workshops have all met with standing ovations.  He has been the featured presenter for the Bermuda ACCESS Week for two years consecutive years, the  keynote presenter for the Dayle McIntosh ILC Apple event in garden Grove, California,  featured presenter at the Tennessee  Mega Conference,  included in the book, “Breakthrough for Parenting  for Children with Special Needs and a frequent speaker at the Michigan Youth Leadership Forum.

With such a highly recognized  background, it is little wonder that Al has developed a diverse and professional  expertise.  Some of his key sessions include:

     lNational Center for Independent Living (NCIL) Disability Rights and ADA Training
     lNCIL Enhancement Training
     lNCIL National Policy Summit
     lNational workshop for the Administration for Developmental Disabilities
Coordinator of NCIL ADA workshop
     lService Academy Screening Comm. Independent Living and Research Utilization ADA, multicultural Outreach training

With almost 25 years in public service, Al has been rewarded for his out pouring of energy and skills.

     lMember, Michigan Committee on Handicapper Concerns
     lNational Council on Independent Living
     lConsumer Involvement Committee for the Library for the Blind
     lMichigan Committee on Disability Concerns
     lDisability Voice Planning Committee
     lThe Administration on Developmental Disabilities
     lNational Council on Disability