Charlie Hall: Disability, Tolerance & Inclusion [] PEN International San Miguel Center
Event Category: All Events and Community Events
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Join us on Tuesday, January 16 at 6 PM at the Casa de la Cultura, Mesones 71 to hear Charlie Hall delve into how we can live in harmony with our differences—a question that, in our diverse society, has never been more relevant.
Charlie’s Hall’s definition of a disability is “anything that keeps us from reaching our dreams.” Born with multiple disabilities—no arms below the elbows, 80% facial paralysis and speech issues—he was mainstreamed in school by his parents and went on to graduate from college, do post-graduate work, start a nonprofit and work in corporate finance and accounting. He now works to integrate disabled individuals into the workforce in an environment he has created outside San Miguel—and, he says, transformed his own life: “The object is not to overcome your disability but to learn to live with and in it.”
In Charlie’s own words:
It’s been a journey that started when I was born and has taken many twists and turns. As I talk about disabilities and my life “labeled” as a disabled individual, the outer, physical challenges might be different than yours; the inner struggles are ones we all encounter on our road to “Individuation.” My goal is for us to see what we have in common instead of focusing on our differences. Our common ground is feelings, challenges, and creating the most fulfilling life possible. I live a life today that I could only dream of as a child.”
This entertaining talk presents a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the issues surrounding disability, tolerance, and inclusion and take away practical advice on promoting harmony within our own communities. Don’t miss out on this chance to engage in this important dialogue and benefit your San Miguel PEN!
San Miguel PEN is a chapter of PEN International, the organization of writers that defends freedom of expression around the world. Your 300-peso contribution supporting San Miguel PEN’s ongoing local and global work includes this event and a complimentary glass of wine with dinner afterwards at Vivali, around the corner at Hernandez Macias 66.
TO BUY TICKETS:
ONLINE at https://www.sanmiguelpen.com/
AT: Aurora Books, Calzada de La Aurora 48A, Tue-Sat, 10 AM-5PM
AT THE DOOR: Casa de la Cultura, Mesones 71
PEN International San Miguel Center
The San Miguel de Allende, Mexico centre of PEN International, a worldwide association of writers fighting for freedom of expression
San Miguel PEN, one of the 145 centers of PEN International, the worldwide association of writers with centers in 104 countries, exists to promote friendship and intellectual cooperation among writers everywhere, fight for freedom of expression and represent the conscience of world literature. San Miguel PEN is in San Miguel de Allende, in the middle of Mexico on the high plateau. It was created in 1979 as a center for English-speaking writers in Latin America in hopes of unifying the English and Spanish linguistic communities within PEN. San Miguel PEN promotes the Spanish language in all its work.
Our Programs:
The PEN Writers in Prison Committee has been a focus of the San Miguel center for over 20 years. In 2002 San Miguel hosted the PEN Writers in Prison Committee’s international conference. This work involves answering countless calls for emergency action to aid those in legal trouble for their writing, including prison and threats of death. San Miguel PEN is also active in International PEN’s Women Writers Committee, its Translation and Linguistic Rights Committee, and the PEN Iberoamerican Foundation (a regional organization). San Miguel PEN sponsors local literary programs and a local scholarship program that helps Mexican children with limited financial resources stay in school. It participates in major Mexican literary events, such as the enormous yearly Feria Internacional del Libro in Guadalajara. PEN members travel at their own expense to represent the group at the United Nations and at international conferences. San Miguel PEN sponsors an annual Winter Lecture Series to fund local activities and help support the international organization. Contact us HERE.
Mailing Address:San Miguel PEN Center Apdo. 287 37700 San Miguel de Allende, GTO Mexico -
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