[Community-service] On the "Hill" and in the community.

[Thomas Peralta]

Darian and all,I agree with Cindy, it is expensive, but the training, the bonding with fellow federalists, and the introduction to the organization, what we stand for and what issues we are passionate about, is well worth the time and expense.  It was my first time at the Seminar.  I have 40 years involved with political campaigns, issues and managing campaigns.  I can honestly say, I was humbled by the lack of knowledge I thought I had and how the NFB presents themselves and issues.  It also made me proud to be involved with such an organization and amazed about the passion shown by all who attended.Having said that and being the co-Legislative Director for Wisconsin, I feel that the projects and services we, as an organization, provide our communities should be brought to the attention of the officials on all levels of government and make them aware of what we do and what we stand for.I things this Division and the Legislative Division can work to come up with programs, and ideas that can be beneficial to both the community and the officials that serve it.  We in turn would be helping our communities, make the officials aware of us as group and individuals not to be stereotyped as people do, but as useful and productive members of the community.Also, while it is on my mind, does anyone know the dimensions of the braille monopoly board and is that the size we want for the anniversary board?With warm regards,
Tom Peralta

 

     On Sunday, February 1, 2015 2:11 PM, Cheryl Fields via Community-service <community-service at nfbnet.org> wrote:
   

 D and All, After giving this some thought, maybe this division can plan a day of service during the Washington Seminar. This would be a sacrifice for most of us, but well worth it. Share your thoughts, Cheryl

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From: Community-service [mailto:community-service-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Darian Smith via Community-service
Sent: Friday, January 30, 2015 4:25 AM
To: Community Service Discussion List
Subject: [Community-service] On the "Hill" and in the community.

Hi All:
 
  I’m sure many of you are    returning from Washington Seminar having  had a  successful experience educating our lawmakers on the issues that mean the most to us as blind americans, the issues  that when  addressed will get us one step closer to living the lives we want.
 I was contemplating the idea of community service/ voluntarism and  if involvement both  as individuals and as members of the NFB can somehow help those public servants on the “Hill”  gain an understanding of our true capacity and what we need to get to our ultimate end goal?
  thoughts?
  Darian 
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