Please join Compassion & Choices Midwest volunteers and staff for a free “train the advocate” workshop.
We will be holding the workshop in two half-day sessions on Thursday, January 13, and Friday, January 14. If you are interested in speaking publicly (to large gatherings or even a small group of friends) about end-of-life options, including medical aid in dying, this is the event for you.
WHAT: “Train the advocate” training for Midwest-based volunteers who would like to advocate and present on behalf of Compassion & Choices
WHEN: Thursday, January 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CT and Friday, January 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CT.
Participants are required to attend both half-day sessions.
WHERE: These sessions are offered online on Zoom. You will receive login information upon registering via confirmation email.
WHO:
Amy Sherman, Compassion & Choices’ Midwest Regional and Outreach Campaign Manager. Amy has a rich background in federal and state policy advocacy, law and healthcare administration.
Karen Retzer, Compassion & Choices’ Illinois Organizer
Eric Parker, Partner, Stotis and Baird. Eric is an elder law attorney and leader of The Illinois End of Life Options Coalition’s Illinois Attorney Action Team.
Merrie Star, Chicago Action Team Co-Leader
Brian McCurdy, Springfield Action Team Co-Leader
Please note that in order to attend the workshop, you must register as an official Compassion & Choices volunteer and sign its media and confidentiality agreements.