[Blindtlk] bana website
Steve Jacobson
steve.jacobson at visi.com
Fri Nov 29 05:18:10 UTC 2013
diane,
I am much more familiar with Window-Eyes than JFW, but I think my comments will apply to either. the Bana website is like many web sites where the first
part of the page remains constant. Therefore, when you activate a link, sometimes what changes is not on the first screen of the page so screen readers
do not read it automatically. What works best for me is to jump through by headings. Generally, if one goes to the next level 1 heading one will find the
information such as the contact information. Sometimes I have to go to the second level 1 heading. In Window-Eyes, one presses 1h to go to the next
level 1 heading, but I believe there is something similar in JFW.
Please let me know if this helps. If you need help getting some information, I am willing to help with that as well, but hopefully the above will help. I don't
know for sure, but I do not think F6 will help that much. If you are not sure how to look for a particular level of heading, just press h. You will have to skip
through more headings that don't change, but you will eventually find the information that changed as a result of activating the link.
Good luck.
Best regards,
Steve Jacobson
On Thu, 28 Nov 2013 20:48:20 -0800, Diane wrote:
>Steve-
>When I entered on the Lyncs for archives, contact us, or code books (the
>names might be more extensive on the actual sight but you get the idea, I
>hope) JAWS didn't read any additional information, such as links for
>documents or code books. Neither did it read a heading in which contact
>information would be listed. I tried navigating by frame using the f6 key
>but did not hear another frame in which this information might be located.
>I also arrowed through the entire website and still did not get a list of
>contact information or a list of Lyncs for code books or archived documents.
>(JAWS did read, however, that the three Lyncs I attempted to use were
>visited.)
>I am using Windows 7 and JAWS 15. I used internet explorer but I am not
>sure which version it is.
>Can you see where I went wrong?
>Diane
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>Today's Topics:
> 1. An interview with the creator of MBraille App from MPaja
> (blueskies11)
> 2. Re: bana website (Diane)
> 3. Black Friday weekend: Huge deals and give aways at
> Talkingmp3players.com (Sneak Peek)! (Laz)
> 4. Re: bana website (Steve Jacobson)
> 5. NFB Newsline Holiday Sales Papers (Jewel)
> 6. Fwd: Braille Sense U2/ Braille Sense U2 Mini Leather Cases
> (David Andrews)
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>Message: 1
>Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 08:50:56 -0500
>From: "blueskies11" <blueskies11 at torpey.info>
>To: <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
>Subject: [Blindtlk] An interview with the creator of MBraille App from
> MPaja
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>This week we talk with the developer of MBraille, an app for iOS devices:
>
>1348 MBraille App from MPaja (Nov 27, 2013)
> MBraille is not just a Braille keyboard for iOS devices but a full-featured
>application. You can use it to type, edit and send text messages and tweets
>using contracted or uncontracted Braille and much more. Hosts Nancy and
>Peter Torpey talk with its creator, Harri Pasanen, about its many
>capabilities and plans for the future.
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>Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 09:38:59 -0800
>From: "Diane" <dvlasoff at roadrunner.com>
>To: <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
>Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] bana website
>Message-ID: <001801ceeb97$8e618d70$ab24a850$@com>
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>Hi-
> I tried to get additional information from the BANA website about
>the upcoming braille changes but was unsuccessful. The links either to
>contact BANA or about the current changes went no where. Has anyone else
>been more successful?
>Diane
>Diane
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>Today's Topics:
> 1. Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting request
> Director, St. Paul, MN (David Andrews)
> 2. Fwd: [BANA-Announce] BANA Affirms Date for Implementation of
> UEB (David Andrews)
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>Message: 1
>Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2013 10:49:08 -0600
>From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
>To: david.andrews at nfbnet.org
>Subject: [Blindtlk] Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting
> request Director, St. Paul, MN
>Message-ID: <auto-000133180494 at mailfront4.g2host.com>
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>I will reiterate, see below, we are looking for somebody good, and this
>person would be my boss.
>Job description below as well as in attached fie.
>David Andrews
>>Hi,
>>
>>This job is the director of Minnesota State Services for the Blind.
>>They would like to hire a blind person. We hope it will be an NFB
>>member with a good philosophy and a real desire to serve blind people.
>>SSB is undergoing a renaissance, and has hired some wonderful new staff
>>members. The job has lots of security, and it pays well.
>>
>>Dick Davis, Chair
>>
>>NFB Employment Committee
>>
>>
>>
>>*From:* DeNotaris, David [mailto:ddenotaris at pa.gov]
>>*Sent:* Tuesday, November 26, 2013 6:55 AM
>>*To:* Dick Davis (ddavis at blindinc.org); Rovig, Lorraine
>>(LRovig at nfb.org)
>>*Subject:* FW: Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting
>>request
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>*David J. De Notaris* | Director
>>Bureau of Blindness & Visual Services
>>Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
>>1521 N. 6th Street | Harrisburg, PA 17102
>>717.787.6176 (P) | 717.772.1629 (F)
>>ddenotaris at pa.gov
>>
>>*Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals
>>with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program*
>>
>>*The information contained in this email message may be privileged,
>>confidential, and protected from disclosure. If you are not the
>>intended recipient, any dissemination, distribution, or copying is
>>strictly prohibited. If you have received this email message in error,
>>please reply to the sender.*
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>*From:* Shalda, Samantha (DEED)
>>[mailto:Samantha.Shalda at state.mn.us<Samantha.Shalda at state.mn.us>]
>>
>>*Sent:* Monday, November 25, 2013 5:02 PM
>>*To:* DeNotaris, David
>>*Subject:* Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting request
>>
>>
>>
>>Good afternoon David,
>>
>>
>>
>>Richard Strong, the current Director of Minnesota's State Services for
>>the Blind, recommended I reach out to you to inquire as to whether you
>>may be able to post our job opening on the NCSAB site. I attached a
>>word document of the posting, which can also be found at the following
>link.
>>
>>
>>
>>https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting
>>
>>
>>
>>It is Job Posting 13DEED000159
>>
>>
>>
>>Please let me know if you require other information in order to post.
>>
>>
>>
>>Thank you,
>>
>>Samantha
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>*Samantha Shalda | Executive Assistant | Commissioner's Office*
>>
>>Department of Employment and Economic Development
>>
>>1st National Bank Building, 332 Minnesota Street, Suite E200 St. Paul
>>MN
>>55101
>>
>>Direct: 651-259-7115
>>
>>mn.gov/deed
>>
>>Content-Type:
>>application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document;
>> name="MNSSBJobPosting.docx"
>>Content-Disposition: attachment; filename="MNSSBJobPosting.docx"
>>X-Attachment-Id: 47b858dd38b9e5a0_0.1
>Employment Opportunity with the State of Minnesota
>Date Posted: 11/25/13
>n
>Closing Date: 12/30/13
>Job Classification: State Prog. Admin Manager Sr.
>Working Title: Director of State Services for the Blind
>Hiring Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
>Location: St Paul
>Salary Range: $32.42-$46.56 hourly, $67,693-$97,217 annually
>Who may apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
>Work Shift: Day shift
>Travel Required: Yes
>Days of Work: Monday-Friday
>Employment Condition: Limited, Full-time
>Classified Status: Classified
>What's Great About This Job: Minnesota State Services for the Blind
>(SSB) has been serving blind,visually impaired and DeafBlind Minnesotans
>since 1923. It does so with a staff of 110 dedicated personnel, over 650
>skilled volunteers, an active State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind and
>a host of community partners. Each year SSB assists thousands in leading
>full, active and productive lives. Come be part of a great organization in a
>great state.
>Job Description: This position will serve as the Director of State Services
>for the Blind. The Director reports to the Deputy Commissioner of Workforce
>Development and serves as a member of the agency's senior leadership team.
>The mission of the Department of Employment and Economic Development is to
>enhance the economic success of individuals, businesses, and communities by
>improving opportunities for prosperity and independence.
>The mission of SSB is to facilitate the achievement of vocational and
>personal independence by Minnesotans who are blind, visually impaired, or
>DeafBlind. SSB plays a critical role in ensuring Minnesota provides for
>workforce needs throughout the state by removing barriers to employment, as
>well as personal independence and providing the printed word in accessible
>formats for persons with print disabilities. The Director is responsible for
>developing and managing a variety of programs to achieve these goals
>Major Responsibilities:
>1. Oversee and plan the operations and programmatic work of State Services
>for the Blind 2. Represent SSB and the Department of Employment and Economic
>Development in matters related to services for the blind.
>3. Manage the SSB budget of approximately $16 million in annual
>appropriations and grants from federal, state, and private sources.
>Ensure that all resources are utilized effectively and in accord with
>federal and state regulations.
>4. Lead efforts to develop, research, and implement structures, systems, and
>new technologies to continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness of
>program delivery.
>5. Develop strong strategic partnerships with external partners including
>other state agencies, public officials, businesses, community partners, and
>consumer organizations.
>Minimum Qualifications:
>Three years of recent experience (in the last 10 years) as a manager or
>administrator responsible for a program providing rehabilitation services or
>employment and training or advocacy services for persons with disabilities.
>AND a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in psychology, rehabilitation,
>sociology, business administration, special education or closely related
>field.
>IN ADDITION, if you meet the above requirement, please ensure that your
>resume describes your qualifications in the areas below. Failure to provide
>sufficient detail may result in your resume not being considered.
>1) Knowledge of rehabilitation programs and services including
>vocational rehabilitation, independent living rehabilitation, special
>education, and the Workforce Center system. Specific knowledge of State and
>Federal laws and regulations governing the provision of rehabilitation
>services to persons who are blind and visually impaired.
>2) Knowledge of and experience with budget development and
>management, strategic planning, grant management, and performance
>measurement.
>3) Commitment to team building, communicating, and contributing
>to the promotion of a healthy work environment.
>4) Demonstrated management experience including that of quality
>assurance, program evaluation, planning and developing policies and
>procedures.
>5) Proven ability to build and maintain relationships and
>collaborations with diverse constituencies including partner local, state
>and federal agencies, businesses, non-profits, public officials, and other
>broad-based stakeholders.
>Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with persons who are blind or
>visually impaired in the rehabilitation process.
>Selection Process: The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching
>process. Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against
>the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required
>skills for this position, the department may contact you.
>Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may
>include a review of documentation related to job performance. It includes
>contact with the applicant's former employers.
>A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on those positions that have
>access to confidential information and/or private data, handle financial
>transactions, or enter the homes of our clients. Please note that a Criminal
>History Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A
>criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for
>employment.
>When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or
>leased vehicle, a driver's license and record check will be conducted.
>How to Apply: Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based
>screening process. You will be contacted by agency staff if your background
>best matches the selection criteria on this job posting.
>To apply for this position, click the APPLY box found at the bottom of this
>job announcement. For additional information about the State's selection
>process, go to <http://www.careers.state.mn.us/job-tip>.
>Anyone with a disability who believes they may need an accommodation should
>contact the Department of Employment and Economic Development's Office of
>Diversity and Equal Opportunity, in advance, so any necessary arrangements
>can be made. To request an accommodation, email DEED.ODEO at state.mn.us; or
>call 651-259-7094 (MN Relay 711 or MN Relay 1-800-627-3529).
>Contact for More Information: Sue Zeches, 651/259/7107 /
><mailto:sue.zeches at state.mn.us>sue.zeches at state.mn.us
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>Message: 2
>Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2013 21:11:01 -0600
>From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
>To: david.andrews at nfbnet.org
>Subject: [Blindtlk] Fwd: [BANA-Announce] BANA Affirms Date for
> Implementation of UEB
>Message-ID: <auto-000133770815 at mailfront3.g2host.com>
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>>
>>Press Release
>>
>>November 2013
>>
>>For Immediate Release
>>
>>CONTACT: Frances Mary D?Andrea, Chair
>>
>>Braille Authority of North America
>>
>>Phone: 412-521-5797
>>
>>Email: <mailto:literacy2 at mindspring.com>literacy2 at mindspring.com
>>
>>BANA Affirms Date for Implementation of UEB
>>
>>The Braille Authority of North America (BANA), at its November 8?10
>>meeting in Louisville, Kentucky, affirmed January 4, 2016, as the date
>>by which the United States will implement the general use of Unified
>>English Braille (UEB).
>>This action was based on a year of dialogue and planning that included
>>the UEB Transition Forum, held on October 16. The forum, which involved
>>48 delegates representing 31 organizations from the braille community,
>>was structured to help organizations craft the steps and timetable
>>through which the United States will make an effective transition to
>>Unified English Braille.
>>
>>The decision to adopt UEB in the United States was made by a decisive
>>vote of the BANA Board on November 2, 2012. The full motion is posted
>>on the BANA website at
>><http://www.brailleauthority.org/ueb/UEBpassed.html>http://www.braillea
>>utho
>rity.org/ueb/UEBpassed.html.
>>
>>
>>BANA recognizes that the implementation of UEB will require major
>>adjustments to the infrastructures that produce, deliver, and teach
>>braille, as well as time and strategies for braille users to become
>>familiar with changes in the code. BANA continues to work with leaders
>>throughout the field to build a carefully designed timeline and
>>coordinated plan. Detailed timelines are under development by
>>individual organizations, and transition efforts are now being
>>initiated. BANA stands ready to collaborate with the braille community
>>as it builds and adapts the infrastructure necessary for a smooth
>>transition to UEB.
>>
>>NOTE: This press release is available in HTML on the BANA website at
>><http://www.brailleauthority.org/pressreleases/pr-2013-11-26.html>http:
>>//ww
>w.brailleauthority.org/pressreleases/pr-2013-11-26.html.
>>
>>
>>
>>For additional resource information, visit
>><http://www.brailleauthority.org>www.brailleauthority.org.
>>
>>The Board of BANA consists of appointed representatives from seventeen
>>member organizations of braille producers, transcribers, teachers, and
>>consumers.
>>
>>The mission of the Braille Authority of North America is to assure
>>literacy for tactile readers through the standardization of braille
>>and/or tactile graphics.
>>
>>
>>
>>The purpose of BANA is to promote and to facilitate the uses, teaching,
>>and production of braille. Pursuant to this purpose, BANA will
>>promulgate rules, make interpretations, and render opinions pertaining
>>to braille codes and guidelines for the provisions of literary and
>>technical materials and related forms and formats of embossed materials
>>now in existence or to be developed in the future for the use of blind
>>persons in North America. When appropriate, BANA shall accomplish these
>>activities in international collaboration with countries using English
>>braille. In exercising its function and authority, BANA shall consider
>>the effects of its decisions on other existing braille codes and
>>guidelines, forms and formats; ease of production by various methods;
>>and acceptability to readers.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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>Message: 3
>Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 15:40:34 -0500
>From: Laz <laz at talkingmp3players.com>
>To: blindtlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
>Subject: [Blindtlk] Black Friday weekend: Huge deals and give aways at
> Talkingmp3players.com (Sneak Peek)!
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>Message: 4
>Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 15:43:26 -0600
>From: "Steve Jacobson" <steve.jacobson at visi.com>
>To: "Blind Talk Mailing List" <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
>Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] bana website
>Message-ID: <auto-000014557442 at mailback3.g2host.com>
>Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>I just went to the site and didn't have any particular problem. Would you
>describe what sort of problem you are having?
>Best regards,
>Steve Jacobson
>On Wed, 27 Nov 2013 09:38:59 -0800, Diane wrote:
>>Hi-
>> I tried to get additional information from the BANA website about
>the
>>upcoming braille changes but was unsuccessful. The links either to
>>contact BANA or about the current changes went no where. Has anyone
>>else been more successful?
>>Diane
>>Diane
>>-----Original Message-----
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>>blindtlk-request at nfbnet.org
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>>Today's Topics:
>> 1. Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting request
>> Director, St. Paul, MN (David Andrews)
>> 2. Fwd: [BANA-Announce] BANA Affirms Date for Implementation of
>> UEB (David Andrews)
>>----------------------------------------------------------------------
>>Message: 1
>>Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2013 10:49:08 -0600
>>From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
>>To: david.andrews at nfbnet.org
>>Subject: [Blindtlk] Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting
>> request Director, St. Paul, MN
>>Message-ID: <auto-000133180494 at mailfront4.g2host.com>
>>Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; Format="flowed"
>>I will reiterate, see below, we are looking for somebody good, and this
>>person would be my boss.
>>Job description below as well as in attached fie.
>>David Andrews
>>>Hi,
>>>
>>>This job is the director of Minnesota State Services for the Blind.
>>>They would like to hire a blind person. We hope it will be an NFB
>>>member with a good philosophy and a real desire to serve blind people.
>>>SSB is undergoing a renaissance, and has hired some wonderful new
>>>staff members. The job has lots of security, and it pays well.
>>>
>>>Dick Davis, Chair
>>>
>>>NFB Employment Committee
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>*From:* DeNotaris, David [mailto:ddenotaris at pa.gov]
>>>*Sent:* Tuesday, November 26, 2013 6:55 AM
>>>*To:* Dick Davis (ddavis at blindinc.org); Rovig, Lorraine
>>>(LRovig at nfb.org)
>>>*Subject:* FW: Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting
>>>request
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>*David J. De Notaris* | Director
>>>Bureau of Blindness & Visual Services
>>>Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
>>>1521 N. 6th Street | Harrisburg, PA 17102
>>>717.787.6176 (P) | 717.772.1629 (F)
>>>ddenotaris at pa.gov
>>>
>>>*Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals
>>>with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program*
>>>
>>>*The information contained in this email message may be privileged,
>>>confidential, and protected from disclosure. If you are not the
>>>intended recipient, any dissemination, distribution, or copying is
>>>strictly prohibited. If you have received this email message in error,
>>>please reply to the sender.*
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>*From:* Shalda, Samantha (DEED)
>>>[mailto:Samantha.Shalda at state.mn.us<Samantha.Shalda at state.mn.us>]
>>>
>>>*Sent:* Monday, November 25, 2013 5:02 PM
>>>*To:* DeNotaris, David
>>>*Subject:* Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting request
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Good afternoon David,
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Richard Strong, the current Director of Minnesota's State Services for
>>>the Blind, recommended I reach out to you to inquire as to whether you
>>>may be able to post our job opening on the NCSAB site. I attached a
>>>word document of the posting, which can also be found at the following
>>link.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>It is Job Posting 13DEED000159
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Please let me know if you require other information in order to post.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>Thank you,
>>>
>>>Samantha
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>*Samantha Shalda | Executive Assistant | Commissioner's Office*
>>>
>>>Department of Employment and Economic Development
>>>
>>>1st National Bank Building, 332 Minnesota Street, Suite E200 St. Paul
>>>MN
>>>55101
>>>
>>>Direct: 651-259-7115
>>>
>>>mn.gov/deed
>>>
>>>Content-Type:
>>>application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document;
>>> name="MNSSBJobPosting.docx"
>>>Content-Disposition: attachment; filename="MNSSBJobPosting.docx"
>>>X-Attachment-Id: 47b858dd38b9e5a0_0.1
>>Employment Opportunity with the State of Minnesota
>>Date Posted: 11/25/13
>>Closing Date: 12/30/13
>>Job Classification: State Prog. Admin Manager Sr.
>>Working Title: Director of State Services for the Blind
>>Hiring Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
>>Location: St Paul
>>Salary Range: $32.42-$46.56 hourly, $67,693-$97,217 annually
>>Who may apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
>>Work Shift: Day shift
>>Travel Required: Yes
>>Days of Work: Monday-Friday
>>Employment Condition: Limited, Full-time
>>Classified Status: Classified
>>What's Great About This Job: Minnesota State Services for the Blind
>>(SSB) has been serving blind,visually impaired and DeafBlind
>>Minnesotans since 1923. It does so with a staff of 110 dedicated
>>personnel, over 650 skilled volunteers, an active State Rehabilitation
>>Council for the Blind and a host of community partners. Each year SSB
>>assists thousands in leading full, active and productive lives. Come be
>>part of a great organization in a great state.
>>Job Description: This position will serve as the Director of State
>>Services for the Blind. The Director reports to the Deputy Commissioner
>>of Workforce Development and serves as a member of the agency's senior
>leadership team.
>>The mission of the Department of Employment and Economic Development is
>>to enhance the economic success of individuals, businesses, and
>>communities by improving opportunities for prosperity and independence.
>>The mission of SSB is to facilitate the achievement of vocational and
>>personal independence by Minnesotans who are blind, visually impaired,
>>or DeafBlind. SSB plays a critical role in ensuring Minnesota provides
>>for workforce needs throughout the state by removing barriers to
>>employment, as well as personal independence and providing the printed
>>word in accessible formats for persons with print disabilities. The
>>Director is responsible for developing and managing a variety of
>>programs to achieve these goals
>>Major Responsibilities:
>>1. Oversee and plan the operations and programmatic work of State
>>Services for the Blind 2. Represent SSB and the Department of
>>Employment and Economic Development in matters related to services for the
>blind.
>>3. Manage the SSB budget of approximately $16 million in annual
>>appropriations and grants from federal, state, and private sources.
>>Ensure that all resources are utilized effectively and in accord with
>>federal and state regulations.
>>4. Lead efforts to develop, research, and implement structures,
>>systems, and new technologies to continuously improve efficiency and
>>effectiveness of program delivery.
>>5. Develop strong strategic partnerships with external partners
>>including other state agencies, public officials, businesses, community
>>partners, and consumer organizations.
>>Minimum Qualifications:
>>Three years of recent experience (in the last 10 years) as a manager or
>>administrator responsible for a program providing rehabilitation
>>services or employment and training or advocacy services for persons with
>disabilities.
>>AND a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in psychology, rehabilitation,
>>sociology, business administration, special education or closely
>>related field.
>>IN ADDITION, if you meet the above requirement, please ensure that your
>>resume describes your qualifications in the areas below. Failure to
>>provide sufficient detail may result in your resume not being considered.
>>1) Knowledge of rehabilitation programs and services including
>>vocational rehabilitation, independent living rehabilitation, special
>>education, and the Workforce Center system. Specific knowledge of State
>>and Federal laws and regulations governing the provision of
>>rehabilitation services to persons who are blind and visually impaired.
>>2) Knowledge of and experience with budget development and
>>management, strategic planning, grant management, and performance
>>measurement.
>>3) Commitment to team building, communicating, and contributing
>>to the promotion of a healthy work environment.
>>4) Demonstrated management experience including that of quality
>>assurance, program evaluation, planning and developing policies and
>>procedures.
>>5) Proven ability to build and maintain relationships and
>>collaborations with diverse constituencies including partner local,
>>state and federal agencies, businesses, non-profits, public officials,
>>and other broad-based stakeholders.
>>Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with persons who are
>>blind or visually impaired in the rehabilitation process.
>>Selection Process: The selection process is a resume-based,
>>skill-matching process. Resumes of all applicants to this posting will
>>be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your
>>skills match the required skills for this position, the department may
>contact you.
>>Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may
>>include a review of documentation related to job performance. It
>>includes contact with the applicant's former employers.
>>A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on those positions that
>>have access to confidential information and/or private data, handle
>>financial transactions, or enter the homes of our clients. Please note
>>that a Criminal History Check will be conducted on all finalists for
>>this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you
>>from consideration for employment.
>>When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state
>>owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license and record check will be
>conducted.
>>How to Apply: Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based
>>screening process. You will be contacted by agency staff if your
>>background best matches the selection criteria on this job posting.
>>To apply for this position, click the APPLY box found at the bottom of
>>this job announcement. For additional information about the State's
>>selection process, go to <http://www.careers.state.mn.us/job-tip>.
>>Anyone with a disability who believes they may need an accommodation
>>should contact the Department of Employment and Economic Development's
>>Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity, in advance, so any necessary
>>arrangements can be made. To request an accommodation, email
>>DEED.ODEO at state.mn.us; or call 651-259-7094 (MN Relay 711 or MN Relay
>1-800-627-3529).
>>Contact for More Information: Sue Zeches, 651/259/7107 /
>><mailto:sue.zeches at state.mn.us>sue.zeches at state.mn.us
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>>Message: 2
>>Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2013 21:11:01 -0600
>>From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
>>To: david.andrews at nfbnet.org
>>Subject: [Blindtlk] Fwd: [BANA-Announce] BANA Affirms Date for
>> Implementation of UEB
>>Message-ID: <auto-000133770815 at mailfront3.g2host.com>
>>Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"; format=flowed
>>>
>>>Press Release
>>>
>>>November 2013
>>>
>>>For Immediate Release
>>>
>>>CONTACT: Frances Mary D?Andrea, Chair
>>>
>>>Braille Authority of North America
>>>
>>>Phone: 412-521-5797
>>>
>>>Email: <mailto:literacy2 at mindspring.com>literacy2 at mindspring.com
>>>
>>>BANA Affirms Date for Implementation of UEB
>>>
>>>The Braille Authority of North America (BANA), at its November 8?10
>>>meeting in Louisville, Kentucky, affirmed January 4, 2016, as the date
>>>by which the United States will implement the general use of Unified
>>>English Braille (UEB).
>>>This action was based on a year of dialogue and planning that included
>>>the UEB Transition Forum, held on October 16. The forum, which
>>>involved
>>>48 delegates representing 31 organizations from the braille community,
>>>was structured to help organizations craft the steps and timetable
>>>through which the United States will make an effective transition to
>>>Unified English Braille.
>>>
>>>The decision to adopt UEB in the United States was made by a decisive
>>>vote of the BANA Board on November 2, 2012. The full motion is posted
>>>on the BANA website at
>>><http://www.brailleauthority.org/ueb/UEBpassed.html>http://www.braille
>>>autho
>>rity.org/ueb/UEBpassed.html.
>>>
>>>
>>>BANA recognizes that the implementation of UEB will require major
>>>adjustments to the infrastructures that produce, deliver, and teach
>>>braille, as well as time and strategies for braille users to become
>>>familiar with changes in the code. BANA continues to work with leaders
>>>throughout the field to build a carefully designed timeline and
>>>coordinated plan. Detailed timelines are under development by
>>>individual organizations, and transition efforts are now being
>>>initiated. BANA stands ready to collaborate with the braille community
>>>as it builds and adapts the infrastructure necessary for a smooth
>>>transition to UEB.
>>>
>>>NOTE: This press release is available in HTML on the BANA website at
>>><http://www.brailleauthority.org/pressreleases/pr-2013-11-26.html>http
>>>://ww
>>w.brailleauthority.org/pressreleases/pr-2013-11-26.html.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>For additional resource information, visit
>>><http://www.brailleauthority.org>www.brailleauthority.org.
>>>
>>>The Board of BANA consists of appointed representatives from seventeen
>>>member organizations of braille producers, transcribers, teachers, and
>>>consumers.
>>>
>>>The mission of the Braille Authority of North America is to assure
>>>literacy for tactile readers through the standardization of braille
>>>and/or tactile graphics.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>The purpose of BANA is to promote and to facilitate the uses,
>>>teaching, and production of braille. Pursuant to this purpose, BANA
>>>will promulgate rules, make interpretations, and render opinions
>>>pertaining to braille codes and guidelines for the provisions of
>>>literary and technical materials and related forms and formats of
>>>embossed materials now in existence or to be developed in the future
>>>for the use of blind persons in North America. When appropriate, BANA
>>>shall accomplish these activities in international collaboration with
>>>countries using English braille. In exercising its function and
>>>authority, BANA shall consider the effects of its decisions on other
>>>existing braille codes and guidelines, forms and formats; ease of
>>>production by various methods; and acceptability to readers.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
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>Message: 5
>Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 20:09:12 -0500
>From: Jewel <herekittykat2 at gmail.com>
>To: Blind Talk Mailing List <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
>Subject: [Blindtlk] NFB Newsline Holiday Sales Papers
>Message-ID: <8655E45C-53B9-43FF-83F0-FA00838424E0 at gmail.com>
>Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
>Hi,
>How do I get to the holiday sales advertisements in the Newsline app for
>IOS? I can't seem to locate them.
>Jewel
>reply://herekittykat2@gmail.com
>Sent from my iPhone
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>Message: 6
>Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2013 19:54:51 -0600
>From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
>To: promotion-technology at nfbnet.org
>Subject: [Blindtlk] Fwd: Braille Sense U2/ Braille Sense U2 Mini
> Leather Cases
>Message-ID: <auto-000133915514 at mailfront3.g2host.com>
>Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; Format="flowed"
>>
>> Braille Sense U2
>>$87.50
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>*New* Braille Sense U2 Fitted Leather Case with Strap!!!
>>Features: Soft Leather and E-Rings
>>The EPI Braille Sense U2 case is a fitted leather case that will not allow
>>your unit to slip out of this case. It is a form fit custom leather case
>>that enables the Braille Sense U2 user to easily utilize the note taker.
>The
>>case comes with a comfortable shoulder strap that will secure your unit
>>while in transit. The face of the unit is covered with a zipper pocket
>cover
>>which may be opened / closed with magnetic closures. The zipper pocket
>cover
>>may be flipped on to the rear and secured under the unit if the user needs
>>to utilize the note taker while walking. The large zipper pocket can store
>>your ear buds and other items which provide security and protection. It is
>>designed to enable the user to utilize your Braille Sense U2 while the case
>>is on. The case is equipped with black plastic hooks to provide security,
>>durability and safety. EPI continues the tradition of creating functional,
>>durable and beautiful fitted cases. Made in the U.S.A.
>>****Shipment will begin on Dec 1, 2013**** Pre-order today
>>https://www.executiveproductsinc.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=277&pro
>d
>>ucts_id=1955&osCsid=790bijng6aoj5quefg4252del4
>>
>> Braille Sense U2 Mini
>>$80.00
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>*New* Braille Sense U2 Mini Fitted Leather Case with Strap!!!
>>Features: Soft Leather and E-Rings Pre-order today
>>The EPI Braille Sense U2 Mini case is a fitted leather case that will not
>>allow your unit to slip out of this case. It is a form fit custom leather
>>case that enables the Braille Sense U2 Mini user to easily utilize the note
>>taker. The case comes with a comfortable shoulder strap that will secure
>>your unit while in transit. The face of the unit is covered with a zipper
>>pocket cover which may be opened / closed with magnetic closures. The
>zipper
>>pocket cover may be flipped on to the rear and secured under the unit if
>the
>>user needs to utilize the note taker while walking. The large zipper pocket
>>can store your ear buds and other items which provide security and
>>protection. It is designed to enable the user to utilize your Braille Sense
>>U2 Mini while the case is on. The case is equipped with black plastic hooks
>>to provide security, durability and safety. EPI continues the tradition of
>>creating functional, durable and beautiful fitted cases. Made in the U.S.A.
>>****Shipment will begin on Dec 1, 2013****
>>
>>
>>https://www.executiveproductsinc.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=277&pro
>d
>>ucts_id=1954&osCsid=790bijng6aoj5quefg4252del4
>From: "Al Eremita" <aleremita at executiveproductsinc.com>
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