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Lunch-n-Learn: BRIDGE & BUILD

  • Neal Fitness Center 900 West Western Avenue Muskegon, Michigan, 49441 United States (map)

BRIDGE & BUILD

Wed. Sept. 30th 12-1pm

Building Respect, Inclusion, Dignity, Guidance, and Empathy

-with Jeffrey VanDyke from the Disability Network of West Michigan

The presentation includes:
• What a Center for Independent Living (CIL) is
• Disability history and the Independent Living Movement
• Understanding ableism
• Respectful, effective ways to interact with people with disabilities
• Real-life experiences and perspectives

AND

Every Hand Makes a Difference - Building Accessible, Affordable Homes

-with Jasmine Johnson from Habitat for Humanity for Kent and Northern Muskegon Counties

Jasmine will provide a brief overview of the resources Habitat for Humanity of Northern Muskegon provides. Habitat’s goal is to provide affordable housing opportunities to all through education and connectivity in the communities it serves.

Snacks and beverages generously provided by Habitat for Humanity 🤍

Event held at the Neal Fitness Center, 900 W Western Ave, Studio 1

RSVP: Call 231-375-7041 or use this link to our GymMaster booking system

NFC Members can book directly through GymMaster!

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