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This is a sample presentation created during an internship with the National MS Society, Michigan Chapter. This particular presentation is tailored to those living with MS in Saginaw, MI and aims to increase knowledge of what advocacy is and how to start being an advocate. The presentation has accompanying instructional handouts.
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- 1. jf Fixler & ASSOCIATES Advocacy and You A sample advocacy training presentation tailored for those living with MS in Saginaw, MI Lauren Hansen 2008, All rights reserved
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