Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) Welcomes Anne Ford

Feb. 19, 2008 - PRLog -- Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) is pleased to present Anne Ford at its 45th annual international conference in Chicago . The author and advocate will speak at the 7 p.m. awards banquet on Friday, February 29, 2008 at the Hilton Chicago, 720 South Michigan Avenue.

During her keynote address, Ms. Ford will share wisdom and insight from a parent’s perspective. Her daughter, Allegra, was diagnosed with a learning disability during childhood.

Ford served as Chairman of the Board of the National Center for Learning Disabilities from 1989 to 2001 and is currently Chairman Emeritus. She has received several awards and honors for her advocacy work. Her story has appeared in Newsweek and Newsday and on NBC, Lifetime and the Oxygen Network. Ford is currently a finalist for the Books for a Better Life Award in recognition of her la test book On Their Own: Creating an Independent Future for your Adult Child with Learning Disabilities or ADHD.

A resident of New York City, Ford serves on the Board of Directors of the National Board of Big Brothers, Big Sisters of America; the Board of Women’s Committee of the Central Park Conservancy; and the Board of The Riverview School in East Sandwich, Mass.

Sheila A. Buckley, executive director of LDA, said. “Attendees will have the opportunity to hear Anne Ford’s personal struggles and triumphs of advocating for a child with a learning disability. Her talk will inspire adults with disabilities, their families and those who advocate on their behalf.”  

Pre-registration is required for the awards banquet. Tickets are $50.00 per person and can be reserved online at www.ldaamerica.org

Experts will conduct more than 300 workshops on medical and mental health issues, teacher preparation and public policy during the February 27 – March 1, 2008 conference. Graduate and continuing education credits (CEUs) are available.

About Learning Disabilities Association of America

LDA is the largest non-profit volunteer organization advocating for individuals with learning disabilities. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pa., LDA is the leading parent-based advocacy organization for learning disabilities with more than 200 affiliates and 10,000 members from all 50 states and 27 countries worldwide.  Members include individuals with learning disabilities, family members, concerned professionals and advocates.

Sheila A. Buckley                                  
Executive Director                                  
412-341-1515 x 201                                                
sbuckley@ldaamerica.org

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LDA is the largest non-profit volunteer organization advocating for individuals with learning disabilities. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pa., LDA is the leading parent-based advocacy organization for learning disabilities with more than 200 affiliates and 10,000 members from all 50 states and 27 countries worldwide.  Members include individuals with learning disabilities, family members, concerned professionals and advocates.

Website: ldaamerica.org