Presentations

Cheryl has presented at numerous and different settings such as at the International Mobility Conference in New Zealand, the International Guide Dog Federation in Paris, France, North Dakota Association of the Blind, the Wyoming Council of the Blind, and the Northern Rockies Chapter of the Association for the Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired.   She has served on the following panels:

  • “Women’s Identity Development and Self-Esteem:  Differences – Race, Sexual Orientation, Class, Nationality, Ability-Differences”
  • “Multicultural Panel”
  • “The Double Stigma: Women with Disabilities”
  • “Issues of Intellect and Blindness.” 

Examples of topics for presentations:

  • Coping with stress
  • Facing life’s challenges
  • Four principles for healthy living
  • Effective communication
  • Grief from sight loss
  • Grief from physical challenges
  • Issues facing partners of disabled individuals
  • Recognizing choices in life
  • The art of self-nurturing
  • Developing a positive relationship with myself
  • Recognizing my power
  • Sensitivity in working with individuals experiencing disabilities. 
  • Coping with stress in the workplace.
  • Considerations in using dog guides. 
  • Grief from sight loss:  Keep living! 
  • Empowerment in the face of adversity