BC'ER OF THE MONTH

Comox's Sherwin Strong is a man of many talents.​

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The Advocate

21 years ago he developed SelfAdvocateNet, hoping to provide a platform for persons with intellectual disabilities to speak their minds and stay updated on community issues.

 

Today, SelfAdvocateNet is the world's biggest self-advocacy website, and Bryce is one of BC's leading advocates for the inclusion of persons with intellectual disabilities. Not only does he continue to run SelfAdvocateNet, he is a member of the Self Advocate Leadership Network and fundraises for the Special Olympics.

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The Artist

Sherwin uses music as part of his advocacy. and as a member of the national team  represented Canada at several international sporting events, including the Special Olympics World Games in Greece, China, and LA, where more gold medals followed.

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For his enduring commitment to helping others, and being a model representative of BC nationally and abroad, Bryce Schaufelberger is March BC'er of the Month!

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