GWU SPHR- "Speechless" Screening

Join us! The GWU Department of Speech & Hearing Science is excited to present Guillermo Florez’s film “Speechless – what would your life be like without language?” The film is sponsored by the Independent Film Project www.ifp.org. The documentary examines clients who have all suffered a stroke and have been dealing with the consequences of its associated aphasia. The Director and Producer, Mr. Florez welcomes your questions following the screening in an interactive discussion along with a panel of GWU Speech and Hearing Center clients with aphasia who can share their own experiences with the audience.

When:

Thursday, April 2, 2015

5:30-5:45 PM Registration & Sign In

5:45-6:00 PM Introduction to the Film

6:00-7:00 PM Film Presentation

7:00-8:00 PM Q & A with Director & Discussion Panel comprised of persons with Aphasia

Learning Objectives:

• As a result of attending the screening of this documentary and panel discussion, attendees will demonstrate:
• An understanding of communication for human identity, & the social consequences of its loss
• The effects of aphasia on the lives of significant others, not just the person with aphasia
• World Health Organization’s declaration of health as a human right

This program is offered for 0.2 ASHA CEUs (Basic level, Professional area)