POSTPONED Accessibility Webinar

May

2026

May 12, 2026 6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.

Virtual-Zoom
WI
United States of America

Webinar - Becoming Accessible to People with Physical Challenges and Difficulties

You are invited to join us to learn how clubs can assess, understand, and know what more we can do to be accessible and accomodate people with physical challenges and difficulties.

When: New Date To Be Determined

We have an excellent panel assembled that will share their experiences, AND be able to help us think of tools and technology that are available to help us be more accessible - without looking at something that would keep our clubs from even considering utilizing it, due to cost or learning curve, etc.

* Brian Peters is a prominent Advocacy & Accessibility Services Specialist and Assistant Program Director for Independent Living Services at Independence First in Milwaukee, WI.

A recognized community leader and deaf advocate, he focuses on disability rights, accessible transportation, and policy, recently demonstrating Aira ASL technology at Mitchell International Airport.Key Details About Brian Peters & His Work:Role: He serves as an Advocacy & Accessibility Services Specialist, conducting advocacy for community access, policy changes, and accessibility, such as park accessibility reviews and improving ADA access at local venues like the Deer District.Contact Information: He can be reached at (414) 937-5912 (VP/Relay) or via email at bpeters@independencefirst.org.Expertise: He is involved in Medicaid advocacy, long-term care education, and leading the Community Access/Living Advocacy Teams.Recognition: In 2021, he was recognized as an Outstanding Community Partner by the Urban Economic Development Association of Wisconsin (UEDA).Organization: Independence First is a 501(c)(3) non-profit located at 540 South 1st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204.

* Angela M. Walker is a United States Navy Veteran. Angela resides in Waukegan, Illinois.

She is a motivational speaker, community navigator, and advocate for veterans and persons with disabilities. Angela is a past president of the Rotary Club of North Chicago 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 and currently serves as an Assistant Governor for 4 years, District Membership Chair, PETS Council at Large member, and District Leadership Academy Facilitator. She is presently supporting and promoting global grants at Rotary International with multiple clubs.

Angela earned a Master's Degree from Northeastern Illinois University in Inner City Studies and Education. Angela taught for City Colleges of Chicago and worked for the State of Illinois and Federal Government.

*Peter Tonge has been a Rotarian for 25 years, first in Ottawa and now in Winnipeg.

His Rotary passions are community building, encouraging belonging, and supporting unique and creative clubs. Peter is a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion, a proud member of the Rotary LGBT+ Fellowship, and Past District Governor for District 5550. Away from Rotary, Peter is the principal at Peter Tonge Consulting. He stays fit and active as a wheelchair fencer.