Augusta Smith
Augusta Smith is the Executive Director of Living Independence for Everyone (LIFE) of Mississippi, and has worked for the center for 22 years. She has been instrumental in developing People First Language, Disability Etiquette and Caregiver Support training throughout the state that enables understanding of the power of words and awareness of daily stress faced by many caregivers. She has also planned and coordinated youth and parent retreats for several years to provide families with unique opportunities to expand their expectations and understand the meaning of true independence. Ms. Smith became involved with the Independent Living movement when her son was being discriminated against because of his disability. She has dedicated her life 's work to assist others, and has participated in several national Adapt actions. Ms. attended the University of Southern Mississippi where she studied Psychology and recently received her BS in Theology.
