Hi everyone, I am Dewlyn. I live in Ottawa and am so excited to be walking in this year’s CDSS Walk for Awareness with my family, friends, and co-workers.

This is a big year for me, and I am celebrating it by joining the walk. I am very proud to say that this year I have served ten years on the CDSS Board of Directors. Being on the board helped me to advocate for myself and for other people with disabilities. I also have a lot of experience as a volunteer in the community. I have a paid job with the government. I am a Canadian tax payer who is contributing to society. I am happy and proud.

Dewlyn’s mother Anna wants to share that, “In Canada, inclusion is not an option, it is a part of life. CDSS has helped to make that a reality.” The Lobo family’s inclusive attitude has been present in their home ever since Dewlyn was born. According to Dewlyn’s parents, they “…shared the work from the beginning, even when Dewlyn was small.  Dewlyn was never treated differently, she had to do chores just like her sister, it was what was expected of the family.” 

Support Dewlyn’s team and fundraising goal to help her celebrate her ten years on the CDSS board!