[Colorado-Talk] Wednesday's schedule in Colorado Time

Wed Jul 7 14:59:15 UTC 2021

hello show,
thanks for putting today's agenda for convention into the mountain
time for us here in co. it's a very handy thing to do since we don't
have to put the same information into our own time zone on our own. i
greatly appreciate this! i hope this is kept up for the rest of the
convention. thanks again and, i will talk to you soon!

sincerely,
amy

On 7/7/21, Showe Trela via Colorado-Talk <colorado-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> *WEDNESDAY, JULY 7*
>
>
> 8:00 - 9:00 AM—JAWS POWER TIPS
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 998 1309 2164 <https://zoom.us/j/99813092164>
>
> Join us as we cover the most popular JAWS power tips—each finely tuned for
> optimal productivity, breaking down into step-by-step actions that come
> together and perform some of the most powerful tasks. We’ll also share free
> training resources at freedomscientific.com/Training.
>
> Matt Ater, VP, Software Products, Vispero; Rachel Buchanan, Product
> Manager, Training, Vispero; and Elizabeth Whitaker, Technical Trainer,
> Vispero
>
>
> 8:00 - 9:30 AM—GET CONNECTED IN YOUR EMPLOYMENT SEARCH
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 938 6932 2369 <https://zoom.us/j/93869322369>
>
> Are you looking for employment? Do you want to enhance your employability?
> Do you want to learn about assistive technology? The Chicago Lighthouse has
> an educated and experienced team that can offer a variety of programs to
> prepare you for employment.
>
> Martha Younger-White, Senior Vice President, Employment & Rehabilitation
> Services, Chicago Lighthouse
>
>
> 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM—INCLUSIVE LEARNING THROUGH INCLUSIVE DESIGN
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 979 0944 5232 <https://zoom.us/j/97909445232>
>
> Inclusive design is about recognizing the diverse needs of users and
> designing to meet those needs. At D2L we include people using diverse
> assistive technologies and having diverse access needs in our research and
> design process to ensure that everyone can use our learning platform.
>
> Sam Chandrashekar, Accessibility Lead, D2L, and Carin Headrick,
> Accessibility Test Strategist, D2L
>
>
> 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM—UPWARD MOBILITY SEMINAR
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 925 6111 1019 <https://zoom.us/j/92561111019>
>
> Learning and growth are both keys to human advancement. Don’t settle for a
> future (or a present) that’s limited. This seminar will provide you with
> tools to help you live the life you want and have fun doing it.
>
> Sponsored by the NFB Employment Committee.
>
> Dick Davis, Chair
>
>
> 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM—MUJERES OF THE FEDERATION
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 943 5570 3405 <https://zoom.us/j/94355703405>
>
> Come learn about cultural considerations regarding those who belong to this
> cultural group. Learn and be inspired by members and leaders. What steps
> can be taken to help Spanish speakers feel included into the Federation?
> How can we work on culturally appropriate outreach?
>
> Rosy Carranza and Kenia Flores, Co-Facilitators
>
>
> 10:00 – 11:30 AM—TIPS FOR BUILDING A JOURNALISM CAREER
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 919 4139 8845 <https://zoom.us/j/91941398845>
>
> Come join the Blind Professional Journalists Group as we discuss how we
> work in an exciting, dynamic profession. Let’s exchange ideas on technology
> and blindness skills to help us move forward.
>
> Elizabeth Campbell, Chair
>
>
> 10:00 - 11:30 AM—BUILDING FINANCIAL RESILIENCE WITH ABLE
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 985 2508 8541 <https://zoom.us/j/98525088541>
>
> In this session, experts on ABLE, including ABLE account holders, will
> introduce you to ABLE accounts, discuss common misperceptions, and provide
> suggestions and resources for leveraging ABLE to improve your financial
> resiliency.
>
> Bonnie Wallace, Wells Fargo, and Michael Morris, National Disability
> Institute
>
>
> 10:00 - 11:30 AM—NFB JERNIGAN INSTITUTE TOUR
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 951 0732 8515 <https://zoom.us/j/95107328515>
>
> This unique tour will be conducted by Mary Ellen Jernigan and Dr. Marc
> Maurer, who were involved before there was a Jernigan Institute. They
> worked with Dr. Jernigan and will share stories about the vision,
> development, and growth of the NFB National Center for the Blind.
>
>
> 10:00 - 11:45 AM—NOPBC BREAKOUTS
>
> 10:00 - 10:45 AM—NOPBC Concurrent Workshops, Session III
>
> What Are JAWS, Zoomtext, and Fusion Anyway?
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 984 6579 3370 <https://zoom.us/j/98465793370>
>
> A New Generation of Braille Display: the Brailliant BI 20 and 40X
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 953 5779 3909 <https://zoom.us/j/95357793909>
>
> What Is Structured Discovery?
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 944 3380 1222 <https://zoom.us/j/94433801222>
>
> “Excuse Me, Blind Person”—Questions and Answers
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 967 6871 9867 <https://zoom.us/j/96768719867>
>
> Paving the Way for Community Activities from Infancy to High School
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 992 5256 0598 <https://zoom.us/j/99252560598>
>
> 11:00 - 11:45 AM—NOPBC Concurrent Workshops, Session IV
>
> Be My Eyes, Aira, Seeing AI, and More
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 940 9836 8715 <https://zoom.us/j/94098368715>
>
> The QBraille XL from HIMS and What Sets It Apart
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 927 0824 9609 <https://zoom.us/j/92708249609>
>
> Learning Shades: Helping Parents Learn and Teach Nonvisual Skills
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 916 7876 3307 <https://zoom.us/j/91678763307>
>
> Tackling Mixed Messages Blind Kids Receive from a Sighted World
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 929 7962 5847 <https://zoom.us/j/92979625847>
>
> How Braille Can Benefit All Children Who Have Low Vision
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 992 3453 6820 <https://zoom.us/j/99234536820>
>
>
> 10:00 - 12:00 PM—NOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS
>
> Registration required. Email president at nopbc.org for details.
>
>
> 10:30 - 11:30 AM—SAFETY AND SUPPORT TRAINING: INCLUSION AND SAFETY
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 664 561 4114 <https://zoom.us/j/6645614114>
>
> Creating a culture that is safe and inclusive for all blind people takes
> intentionality and commitment from each person at every level of an
> organization. Learn strategies and approaches for navigating difficult
> conversations with empathy, openness, compassion, and trauma-informed
> support.
>
> Sponsored by the NFB Survivor Task Force.
>
>
> 10:30 - 11:30 AM—ACCESSIBLE PRESCRIPTION LABEL LEGISLATION
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 995 9072 7916 <https://zoom.us/j/99590727916>
>
> Find out about the current state of accessible prescription labeling
> legislation, what states have passed and have pending legislation, and how
> you can get legislation passed in your state.
>
> Sharla Glass, Public Policy and Community Outreach Liaison, Envision
> America
>
>
> 10:30 - 11:30 AM—LEADER DOGS FOR THE BLIND
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 954 7103 5017 <https://zoom.us/j/95471035017>
>
> We’re more than just dogs! Join us as we discuss the free programs and
> services that Leader Dog has to offer including guide dog training,
> orientation and mobility, a summer experience camp for teens, and our new
> virtual learning opportunities.
>
> Leslie Hoskins, Outreach Services and Community Engagement Manager, Leader
> Dogs for the Blind
>
>
> 10:30 - 11:30 AM—HUMANWARE’S LOW VISION AND VR TREK SHOWCASE
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 930 3557 1926 <https://zoom.us/j/93035571926>
>
> Explore HumanWare’s low-vision portfolio starting with the Reveal 16 and
> the Explore magnifiers. Be excited with a sneak preview of its
> soon-to-be-released new family member. Finally, learn how to easily manage
> maps online and explore anywhere with the Victor Reader Trek.
>
> Eric Beauchamp, Director of Product Management, HumanWare; Roger Steinberg,
> Low Vision Product Manager, HumanWare; and Peter Tucic, Brand Ambassador of
> Blindness Products, HumanWare
>
>
> 10:30 - 11:30 AM—AIRA ROADMAP: WHAT’S NEW AND WHAT’S COMING
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 979 3252 5705 <https://zoom.us/j/97932525705>
>
> Come hear from Aira’s Product Manager and UX designer about what has been
> happening behind the scenes at Aira and find out what you can expect in the
> next twelve months. You will also get to meet our engineering team and ask
> any questions you may have about our product.
>
> Ryan Bishop, Product Manager, Aira
>
>
> 12:00 - 2:30 PM—NFB BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING (Open to All)
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 945 1453 3422 <https://zoom.us/j/94514533422>
>
>
> 3:00 PM—RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 945 1453 3422 <https://zoom.us/j/94514533422>
>
> Sharon Maneki, Chair
>
>
> 3:00 - 4:00 PM—CHROME AND CHROME OS ACCESSIBILITY UPDATES
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 993 4503 0189 <https://zoom.us/j/99345030189>
>
> Get the latest on Chromebook accessibility, including new ChromeVox
> tutorials. Hear what's new with Chrome browser accessibility on all
> platforms, including improved Live Caption and learn more about automatic
> image descriptions which is now on Chrome on Android.
>
> Akihiro Ota, Cynthia Shelley, and Kara Booker, Google
>
>
> 3:00 - 4:30 PM—NOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS
>
> Registration required. Email president at nopbc.org for details.
>
>
> 5:00 - 7:00 PM—RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 917 6999 9720 <https://zoom.us/j/91769999720>
>
> Technology is omnipresent in our lives. While it is invaluable in education
> and employment, the blind are still excluded from many products. Hear about
> new advances and discuss how to influence developers to include
> accessibility in their offerings.
>
> Brian Buhrow, Chair
>
>
> 3:00 - 5:00 PM—FUTURE OF VOTING
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 925 1467 5511 <https://zoom.us/j/92514675511>
>
> Join us for three panel discussions focused on mobile voting:
>
> Increasing Voting Accessibility through Mobile Voting moderated by Bradley
> Tusk, CEO, Tusk Philanthropies
>
> The Fight to Expand Access to Mobile Voting for Voters with Disabilities
> moderated by Jocelyn Bucaro, Director, Mobile Voting Project
>
> Case Study - Piloting Mobile Voting for Voters with Disabilities in Utah
> County moderated by Jocelyn Bucaro, Director, Mobile Voting Project
>
>
> 3:00 - 5:00 PM—SPECTRUM ACCESSIBILITY Q&A
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 954 8266 2286 <https://zoom.us/j/95482662286>
>
> Please join Petr Kucheryavyy from Spectrum’s Accessibility Center of
> Excellence for an open house Q&A session. You can come with specific
> accessibility questions or simply stop by to ask what the current
> accessibility features and offerings are at Spectrum.
>
> Petr Kucheryavyy, Spectrum
>
>
> 4:00 - 5:00 PM—INDEPENDENCE SCIENCE: SCIENCE FOR THE SENSES
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 979 2324 2879 <https://zoom.us/j/97923242879>
>
> Come learn about Independence Science’s new product offerings and
> experience some science experiments you can do from the comfort of your own
> home or in class.
>
> Michael Hingson, Lead Spokesperson, Independence Science, and Ashley
> Neybert, Lead Curriculum Design Specialist, Independence Science
>
>
> 4:00 - 6:00 PM—CULTIVATING THE EXPERIENCES OF REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 946 1747 8857 <https://zoom.us/j/94617478857>
>
> Learn about the lives of refugee and immigrants. This is an open forum for
> those to learn more about personal experiences and finding support from
> other members.
>
> Abdi Munin, Yasmin Reyazuddin, and Amir Abdolrahimi, Moderators
>
>
> 4:00 - 7:00 PM—NFB LEGAL OFFICE HOURS
>
> Meet with a disability rights attorney to discuss blindness discrimination
> concerns regarding employment, technology, education, voting, travel, COVID
> vaccinations, housing, parental rights, and more. Schedule your appointment
> by emailing vyingling at nfb.org.
>
>
> 5:00 - 6:00 PM—FAMILY FEUD: BLIND, INC. STYLE
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 988 8892 8510 <https://zoom.us/j/98888928510>
>
> Survey says this will be a good time! Learn about what makes BLIND, Inc. a
> good answer to getting blindness skills training as our two groups go
> head-to-head in this fast-paced introduction to our training center.
>
> Jennifer Kennedy, Executive Director
>
>
> 5:00 - 6:00 PM—IS A GUIDE DOG RIGHT FOR ME?
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 978 2593 6501 <https://zoom.us/j/97825936501>
>
> Have you ever wondered if a guide dog was the right choice for your
> mobility? Join Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind staff for an introductory
> presentation on what a guide dog can do, the characteristics of a
> successful guide dog handler, and our programs.
>
> Lauren Berglund, Consumer Relations Coordinator, Guide Dog Foundation
>
>
> 5:00 - 6:00 PM—GET HIRED – TALENT NETWORK
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 956 8416 2853 <https://zoom.us/j/95684162853>
>
> The Workforce Innovation Center talent network allows interested job
> seekers who are blind or low vision to gain access to the latest job
> opportunities, events, training sessions, and other career-related
> information.
>
> Mika Pyyhkala, Director of Digital Accessibility, Envision
>
>
> 5:00 - 6:00 PM—WHAT’S NEW WITH THE COLLEGE SUCCESS PROGRAM?
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 976 3815 9477 <https://zoom.us/j/97638159477>
>
> Join program director, Mary Alexander, program staff and mentors, Rachel
> Grider and Dezman Jackson, to get an overview of the impact of the CSP and
> to find out what’s been happening over the past year.
>
> Mary Alexander, National Director, Initiatives for the Blind, Learning Ally
>
>
> 5:00 - 6:00 PM—NOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS
>
> Registration required. Email president at nopbc.org for details.
>
>
> 7:00 - 9:00 PM—NFB LGBTQIA+ GROUP
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 959 0828 9838 <https://zoom.us/j/95908289838>
>
> Please join us for discussions on intersectionality, coming out,
> presentation in the workplace, how to be an ally, and more. All are
> welcome.
>
> Sanho Steele-Louchart, Chair
>
>
> 5:00 - 7:00 PM—COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 933 4584 3557 <https://zoom.us/j/93345843557>
>
> Join together with chapter, affiliate, and division leaders to learn best
> practices in communications. We’ll explore the tools available to us
> through our national office and exchange ideas. Learn to effectively use
> communication to build the Federation.
>
> Liz Wisecarver, Chair
>
>
> 6:00 - 9:00 PM—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS (NABS) ANNUAL
> BUSINESS MEETING
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 940 3595 6213 <https://zoom.us/j/94035956213>
>
> We invite all students, avid learners, and allies to join us for our annual
> national student division business meeting! Register below to reflect on
> this crazy, unique year of virtual learning and look forward to the months
> ahead.
>
> https://forms.gle/D9jKCUTPt6HfPKUK8.
>
> Trisha Kulkarni, President
>
>
> 6:30 - 8:30 PM—STATE DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION OPEN FORUM
>
> Zoom meeting ID: 956 8868 5218 <https://zoom.us/j/95688685218>
>
> Are you interested in hearing about or sharing about affiliate committees
> for diversity, equity, and inclusion? Come to this open forum where
> affiliates that currently have committees will discuss them.
>
> Shawn Callaway, Facilitator
>