NEWS RELEASE
CANADIAN FEDERATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN
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Luke Anderson, co-founder of StopGap Foundation and a Rick Hansen Ambassador, will be the guest speaker for the Oct. 23 meeting of the Orillia chapter of the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW).
After sustaining a spinal cord injury in 2002, Anderson was suddenly introduced to a world that's not well suited for a wheelchair user. His frustration encountering access barriers led him to co-found the StopGap Foundation, which raises awareness about the importance of a barrier-free and inclusive society.
We invite interested new members to join us to hear Anderson’s story at 7 p.m. at the Orillia Museum of Art and History, 30 Peter St. S., Orillia.
This diverse club was established in 1955 as a non-profit organization that is active in public affairs, working to raise the social, economic and legal status of women as well as to improve education, the environment, and human rights.
CFUW raises funds through its annual Homes Tour to provide post-secondary scholarships to female graduates of Orillia high schools, including the Learning Centre. Through its many interest groups, members develop new skills and friendships.
Membership is offered to all women who believe in our goals and value lifelong learning. For more information visit the website.
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