One of the goals of Won With One is to break down barriers to sport for blind and visually impaired individuals and make fitness a more realistic endeavor. Jan Ditchfield, the Executive Director has been working tirelessly with others to put together a series of workshops directed at furthering blind and Visually impaired people's participation, not only in sport, but life in general. I think these workshops are a great opportunity for anyone who is looking to become involved or who is involved in sport with blind and visually impaired athletes. Of course, these workshops are incredibly beneficial to athletes themselves and I intend on listening to the workshop on triathlon guiding via Skype. Obviously I don't guide myself-that would be very bad-but knowing how to direct my guides will definitely be beneficial to my training and racing in the future. Below you will find the details about all six workshops and information about registration. You can decide how many workshops you attend, or you may pay a flat rate to attend all six.
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Won with One is proud to host our dynamic learning series Eye on You; taking place over six weeks and focusing on proactive solutions and educational resources from leaders in the blind/visually impaired community in Canada. All proceeds from this series will go to assist Won with One’s charitable program for blind and visually impaired triathletes.
Cost: $15 per workshop OR $75 for the series (6)
Location: Ottawa City Hall
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30pm
Dates: See below per workshop
**Please note Skype participation is now available for people who do not reside in Ottawa
Workshop Topics:
#1 - From the Couch to Well-being
Thursday, February 2nd
Ottawa City Hall, Honeywell Room
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.**
Fitness expert, Wendall Hughes has designed an innovative and fully accessible exercise program for B/VI persons introducing them to simple exercise routines that can be done in the home. This workshop will be focused on providing resources and information to persons who are new to living active lifestyles, with tips, tools and support that will aid in developing healthier lifestyles.
Thursday, February 2nd
Ottawa City Hall, Honeywell Room
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.**
Fitness expert, Wendall Hughes has designed an innovative and fully accessible exercise program for B/VI persons introducing them to simple exercise routines that can be done in the home. This workshop will be focused on providing resources and information to persons who are new to living active lifestyles, with tips, tools and support that will aid in developing healthier lifestyles.
#2 - Your Life. Your Voice.
Thursday, February 9th
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall, Colonel By Room
To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.
Leaders in Human Rights in Canada will present in this exciting workshop on self-advocacy. Focusing on how to make your voice heard, understanding your rights and working within challenging systems. This topic will be directly focused on providing the B/VI community with resources, ideas and an understanding of the laws in Canada which are designed to protect the rights of all persons living with disabilities.
Thursday, February 9th
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall, Colonel By Room
To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.
Leaders in Human Rights in Canada will present in this exciting workshop on self-advocacy. Focusing on how to make your voice heard, understanding your rights and working within challenging systems. This topic will be directly focused on providing the B/VI community with resources, ideas and an understanding of the laws in Canada which are designed to protect the rights of all persons living with disabilities.
#3 - Equality in Employment
Thursday, February 16th
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall, Honeywell Room
To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.
This dynamic round table discussion will focus on resume writing tips, interview preparation, how to turn a volunteer role into a permanent position, as well as overcoming barriers which stand in the way of employment as a B/VI person. With a panel of knowledgeable and experienced leaders in employment, this topic will aid in taking the right steps in your career search.
Thursday, February 16th
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall, Honeywell Room
To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.
This dynamic round table discussion will focus on resume writing tips, interview preparation, how to turn a volunteer role into a permanent position, as well as overcoming barriers which stand in the way of employment as a B/VI person. With a panel of knowledgeable and experienced leaders in employment, this topic will aid in taking the right steps in your career search.
#4 - Your Financial Future 101
Thursday, February 23rd
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall, Colonel By Room
To register click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.
Ryan Ricci, an Investment Fund Advisor with Desjardins Financial Security Investments Inc., will assist with his wealth of knowledge on how to prepare for your financial future with a workshop that has been designed for the blind/visually impaired community. Dealing with financial preparations from beginning to end, RDSP contributions and the importance of preparing for your tomorrow; this topic will bring real answers to real questions about financial security and independence.
Thursday, February 23rd
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall, Colonel By Room
To register click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.
Ryan Ricci, an Investment Fund Advisor with Desjardins Financial Security Investments Inc., will assist with his wealth of knowledge on how to prepare for your financial future with a workshop that has been designed for the blind/visually impaired community. Dealing with financial preparations from beginning to end, RDSP contributions and the importance of preparing for your tomorrow; this topic will bring real answers to real questions about financial security and independence.
#5 - The 20/200 Project
Thursday, March 1st
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall
To register click here.
***Please note that registration for this event is capped at 12 participants.
From accessible mobile technology to independence; Co-Founders of The 20/200 Project, Chris Maley and Jan Ditchfield, will lead a workshop exploring how accessible mobile technology will lead to independence. With hands-on applications and teaching aids, this powerful and innovative workshop will provide participants with an understanding of the power of mobile devices and how they can be used in work, life and play.
Thursday, March 1st
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall
To register click here.
***Please note that registration for this event is capped at 12 participants.
From accessible mobile technology to independence; Co-Founders of The 20/200 Project, Chris Maley and Jan Ditchfield, will lead a workshop exploring how accessible mobile technology will lead to independence. With hands-on applications and teaching aids, this powerful and innovative workshop will provide participants with an understanding of the power of mobile devices and how they can be used in work, life and play.
#6 - From the Tether to the T-Zone
Thursday, March 8th
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall
To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.
Rick Hellard of Zone3sports and Jan Ditchfield, Executive Director of Won with One, will host this hands-on learning opportunity for guides and race directors. Covering everything from Guiding 101 practices to assisting race directors in making their events blind friendly, this workshop will focus on educating the sighted community on accessibility needs and equality for B/VI athletes on and off the race course.
To register for the complete series (6) click here.
Thursday, March 8th
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Ottawa City Hall
To register for this workshop click here.
**Please note that registration for this event is capped at 30 participants.
Rick Hellard of Zone3sports and Jan Ditchfield, Executive Director of Won with One, will host this hands-on learning opportunity for guides and race directors. Covering everything from Guiding 101 practices to assisting race directors in making their events blind friendly, this workshop will focus on educating the sighted community on accessibility needs and equality for B/VI athletes on and off the race course.
To register for the complete series (6) click here.
We look froward to having you join us and for more information, please email us atwonwithone@gmail.com. Full information for this series can be found online athttp://wonwithone.blogspot.
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