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</style><title>[Nfbnet-members-list] Urgent Action Needed: Final Push to Get Space Available Passed in the Senate!</title><div class="original-url"><br><a href="http://nfbnet.org/pipermail/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org/2016-June/001331.html">http://nfbnet.org/pipermail/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org/2016-June/001331.html</a><br><br></div><div id="article" role="article" style="-webkit-locale: en;">
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<div class="page"><h1 class="title">[Nfbnet-members-list] Urgent Action Needed: Final Push to Get Space Available Passed in the Senate!</h1>Fellow Federationists:
Last week, Senator Heller from Nevada introduced an amendment to the
Senate's version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to
include the same Space Available language that you already helped
pass in the House NDAA last month. This is the first time we've ever
been able to get an amendment for Space Available introduced in the
Senate. This amendment currently has two cosponsors, Senators Tester
from Montana and Ayotte from New Hampshire, but we need more support.
Please call your senators and urge them to cosponsor amendment S.A.
4235 to the Senate NDAA so that all veterans with disabilities rated
as total can participate in the Space Available Program, not just
those injured on or after September 23, 1996. We expect the Senate to
begin debating the NDAA next week so time is of the essence for us to
build support for our legislation. If we can get this amendment
through the Senate, we will only need a signature from the President
to end the disparate treatment of our courageous vets in the Space
Available Program based on which war they fought in.
The US Capitol switchboard number is <tel:(202)%20224-3121>(202)
224-3121. The fact sheet is available
at:<<a href="https://nfb.org/equal-access-air-travel-service-disabled-veterans">https://nfb.org/equal-access-air-travel-service-disabled-veterans</a>><a href="https://nfb.org/equal-access-air-travel-service-disabled-veterans.">https://nfb.org/equal-access-air-travel-service-disabled-veterans.</a>
If you have any questions, feel free to email or call Derek Manners,
Advocacy and Policy Analyst,
at<mailto:<a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">DManners at nfb.org</a>><a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">DManners at nfb.org</a> or
<tel:(410)%20659-9314>(410) 659-9314, extension 2210.
Please share this message widely throughout the Federation.
Thank you for all that you do.
Mark A. Riccobono, President
National Federation of the Blind
200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21230
Phone: (410) 659-9314
Fax: (410) 659-5129
Email: <mailto:<a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">officeofthepresident at nfb.org</a>><a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">officeofthepresident at nfb.org</a>
Twitter: @Riccobono and @NFB_Voice
Web: <<a href="http://www.nfb.org/">http://www.nfb.org/</a>><a href="http://www.nfb.org">www.nfb.org</a>
The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise
the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create
obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life
you want; blindness is not what holds you back.
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</div><div class="page">For all you first time convention goers, there is now a First-Timer's
Guide to the Convention of the National Federation of the Blind. It
is available in audio, and as a web page. Both versions can be found at:
<a href="https://nfb.org/convention">https://nfb.org/convention</a>
On the same page is other convention information including the
schedule and full agenda.
Welcome!
David Andrews
</div><div class="page">Here is the agenda for the 2016 NFB Convention.
It is listed below, and attached as a Microsoft Word document.
Dave
National Federation of the Blind logo and tagline Live the life
2016 ANNUAL CONVENTION
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
JUNE 30 to JULY 5
THE MEMBERS OF THE
HOST AFFILIATE COMMITTEE
WELCOME YOU TO THE
76th ANNUAL CONVENTION OF THE
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND
Mark Riccobono, President
National Federation of the Blind
200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21230
John Berggren, Chairman
Convention Organization and Activities
Pam Allen, President
National Federation of the Blind
of Louisiana Chairperson; First Vice President
National Federation of the Blind Board of Directors Jeannie Massay, President
National Federation of the Blind
of Oklahoma Treasurer National Federation of the Blind Board of Directors
Everette Bacon, President
National Federation of the Blind
of Utah Board Member National Federation of the
Blind Board of Directors Cassandra McKinney, President
National Federation of the Blind
of New Hampshire
Rosen Shingle Creek
9939 International Drive
Orlando, Florida 32819
(866) 996-9939
WELCOME!
Welcome to the 76th annual convention of the
National Federation of the Blind being held in
Orlando at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel. A
detailed description of the layout of the hotel
can be found immediately after the “Convention
Notes,” which are at the end of the program
listings. Check the “Convention Notes” for
further information about a variety of convention
topics. When you check in to the hotel, you will
be asked to confirm your departure date. If you
decide to leave earlier than the departure date
you confirm when you check in, there may be a change fee.
ROOKIE ROUNDUP
Title: logo - Description: Rookie Roundup logo
All first-time convention attendees are cordially
invited to attend a reception from 8:00 to 9:30
pm on Thursday in the Panzacola Ballroom G-1,
Level 1. President Riccobono and other Federation
leaders will be on hand to welcome you to the
convention and preview the week’s activities.
Veteran conventioneers should urge all
first-timers to attend this special event.
PREREGISTRATION AND ON-SITE REGISTRATION
Registration activities take place in the
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function area, Level 1
beginning at 9:00 am on Friday, at 8:30 am on
Saturday, and at other times as listed throughout
the week. All convention attendees (both local
and out of town) are asked to register. Those who
preregistered for convention may pick up their
registration packets in the area designated
“Preregistration.” Those who did not preregister
may go to the area designated “Registration.”
Please have your check or cash ready to pay the
registration fee of $30 per person; we cannot
accept credit cards at registration. Convention
registration is a requirement for door prize
eligibility and a number of other convention
activities. We condition rates for hotel rooms on
proof of registration, including the showing of
an NFB registration badge, if requested.
EXHIBIT HALL AND INDEPENDENCE MARKET
The Exhibit Hall and the NFB Independence Market
are located in Sebastian Ballrooms K and L, Level
1. There is a special sponsor-only exhibitor
preview for convention attendees on Friday morning from 9:00 to 11:00 am.
Exhibit Hall hours of operation are:
Friday 9:00 to 11:00 am (sponsors only)
Friday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday Noon to 1:45 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Monday Noon to 1:45 pm (final
opportunity to visit the Exhibit Hall)
Independence Market hours of operation are:
Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday Noon to 1:45 pm
Monday Noon to 1:45 pm (final opportunity to visit the Market)
MAKE THE PRINT YOURS WITH THE APP THAT READS
KNFB Reader uses the power of digital photography
and a specially designed mobile device app, to
read print on the go, using just your iOS or
Android phone or tablet. Come see this
award-winning, life-changing technology at
demonstration and training sessions on Friday
from 1:30 to 4:30 pm and on Monday from 7:00 to
8:30 pm. All sessions are held in Suwannee 11,
Level 2. Go totally mobile and make the print yours today!
THE CONVENTION QUEST
Dots from Space! In the year 2525, a race of
interstellar travelers comes upon the abandoned
city of Baltimore, Maryland, and discovers a
building well known to the members of the
Federation. Follow these intrepid adventurers as
they explore the mysterious secrets of the NFB
Jernigan Institute and learn that it is
respectable to be blind. Our heroes will face
many challenges, but you can help by solving
puzzles, answering trivia, and collaborating with
your friends! To join in this unique and
interactive experience, please visit
<<a href="http://quest.nfb.org">http://quest.nfb.org</a>><a href="http://quest.nfb.org.">http://quest.nfb.org.</a> For
more information on how to play, please send an
email to <mailto:<a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">quest at nfb.org</a>><a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">quest at nfb.org</a>, or call (203) 364-4263.
SPECIAL ATTENTION ITEMS
· The Presidential Suite (13217); Dr.
Maurer’s Suite (13216); John Berggren’s Suite
(13230), Chairman of Convention Organization and
Activities; and the Host Affiliate’s Suite
(10201) are all open during much of the
convention. All are welcome to come to these
suites to visit. Appointments to meet with
President Riccobono may be made at the Presidential Suite.
· Banquet tickets may be purchased for $65
by cash or check at the on-site registration
area. No tickets will be available after 2:00 pm
on Sunday. At the banquet exchange table you may
make arrangements to reserve a specific seat for
yourself or for a group of up to ten people. On
the evening of the banquet, tickets will be
required to enter the ballroom and will be
collected at the tables. Tickets may be exchanged
for vegetarian or kosher meals at the banquet
exchange table if done so by 2:00 pm on Sunday.
· General Sessions will be held in Sebastian Ballrooms I and J, Level 1.
· Individuals needing to conduct business
with the NFB Treasurer may do so by going to the
Wekiwa Registration Desk, Level 2 on Sunday
between 5:30 and 7:30 pm, or on Monday between noon and 2:00 pm.
CONVENTION AGENDA
Icon of the NFB
THURSDAY, JUNE 30, 2016
7:30 - 8:45 amAMATEUR RADIO DIVISIONEMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Suwannee 11, Level 2
Discuss convention frequencies, hotel
architectural features, and distribution of
special FM receivers for the hearing-impaired and
Spanish-speaking attendees. Rachel Olivero (AD9O), President
7:30 am - 4:45 pmTransitions: A Conference for
Families and Teachers of Blind/Visually-Impaired Children
Registration: Adults, $40; Two or more adults,
$70; Children (to 18), free. Sponsored by NFB’s
National Organization of Parents of Blind
Children Division (NOPBC). Kim Cunningham, President
Panzacola Balloom F-1, Level 1
7:30-8:45 amRegistration
9:00-10:45 amGeneral Session
11:00 am-12:15 pmNOPBC Concurrent Workshops, Session I
Essential 411: What You Need to Know to Optimize
Your Convention ExperienceSuwannee 18, Level 2
On the Go: Transitioning to and Encouraging
Independent Movement in Young Blind ChildrenSuwannee 19, Level 2
Where Do I Fit In?: Transitions for Children with
Low VisionSuwannee 20, Level 2
Paired with a Para?: Suggestions on
Paraprofessional Training, Roles, and
Transitioning from Direct One-on-One Assistance
to Child IndependenceSuwannee 21, Level 2
The New-Fangled Or Old-Fashioned Way?: High Tech
Reading Technology, the Human Reader, and
Transitioning between ThemSuwannee 11, Level 2
2:00-3:15 pmNOPBC Concurrent Workshops, Session II
Pre and Early Literacy: Encouraging the Young
Braille Reader through Touch and PlaySuwannee 18, Level 2
It’s Here!: Transitioning to Fully Implementing
Unified English BrailleSuwannee 19, Level 2
I Don't Like That!: Encouraging the Reluctant
Blind Child to Use All SensesSuwannee 20, Level 2
Preparing for Work Starts in Preschool: Community
Involvement, Volunteer Opportunities, and Work
Experiences From Preschool to High SchoolSuwannee 21, Level 2
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THURSDAY, JUNE 30,Continued
Education in Action: A Look Inside an Inclusive
Model Classroom (High School Level)Suwannee 11, Level 2
3:00-4:45 pmNOPBC Concurrent Workshops Session III
NOPBC and NFB, Ages and Stages: How to Capitalize
on the Network and Resources of the NOPBC and NFBSuwannee 18, Level 2
Access Technology: What’s Out There, and When
Should My Child Learn to Use It?Suwannee 19, Level 2
So Many Changes: Helping Your Blind Child
Transition Through PubertySuwannee 20, Level 2
You Too Can Be a Lazy Parent: Helping Blind
Children Learn Skills for Independence Now So
They Can Take Care of Themselves (and You) LaterSuwannee 21, Level 2
Education in Action: A Look Inside an Inclusive
Model Classroom (Elementary Level)Suwannee 11, Level 2
7:30 am - 5:00 pmCONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN
REHABILITATION AND EDUCATION FOR THE
BLINDFIFTEENTH ANNUAL REHABILITATION AND ORIENTATION & MOBILITY CONFERENCE
Panzacola Ballroom F-2, Level 1
7:30-8:30 amRegistration
8:30 amConference begins
Registration Fees: Students, $75; Professionals, $85 before June 15
($100 after that date applies).
Sponsors: National Blindness Professional
Certification Board (NBPCB) and the Professional
Development & Research Institute on Blindness
(PDRIB) at the Louisiana Tech University. Dr. Edward Bell, Chairperson
9:00 am - 9:00 pmSPORTS & RECREATION DIVISION WORKSHOPS
Sebastian Ballroom I-2, Level 1
All classes are $10 per session.
9:00-11:00 am, 11:30 am-1:30 pm, 2:00-4:00 pm, 4:30-6:30 pm,
7:00-9:00 pm1Touch Self-Defense Class
Sponsored by the Sports & Recreation Division. Lisamaria Martinez, President
8:30 amCHILD-CARE SERVICES (Preregistration by
June 15 was required) Suwannee 14, 15, 16, and 17, Level 2
Please see “Convention Note 6” for further information.
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THURSDAY, JUNE 30, Continued
8:30 - 11:30 amNEWEST JAWS FEATURES AND A FIRST
LOOK AT THE ELBRAILLE NOTETAKER
Panzacola Ballroom H-3, Level 1
Join Eric Damery, JAWS Product Manager, as we
discuss and demonstrate the recent JAWS 17
releaseincluding Smart Navigationand introduce
new features coming in JAWS 18. Learn about the
student edition of JAWS/MAGic available from APH
using Federal Quota funds. Lastly, we'll showcase
the notetaker everyone has been waiting for
the ElBraille!
8:30 am - NoonJOB SEEKER SEMINAR
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
Want to get a job and don't know how? We have the
answers you need! Experts from NFB training
centers, agencies, and employers will give you
the ammunition you need to nail that job!
Includes breakouts and networking. Hone your
skills for the NFB National Job Fair. Dick Davis,
Chairperson, Employment Committee
8:30 am - 5:00 pmJERNIGAN INSTITUTE TECHNOLOGY SEMINARS
Wekiwa 6, Level 2
8:30-10:00 amAccessible Equation Creation
10:30 am-NoonAcademic eBooks
1:30-3:00 pmWordPress Boot Camp
3:30-5:00 pmDrupal Boot Camp
10:00 - 11:00 amManaging your money: Budgeting and savings strategies
Wekiwa 3, Level 2
Learn concrete steps you can take to develop a
financial plan. Discover tools and tips you can
use for money management. Set financial goals and
make a commitment to implement at least one idea you hear in the session.
10:00 am - 4:00 pmNF-BE Healthy Fair and Try It Seminar
Sebastian Ballroom J, Level 1
Join the NFB Sports & Recreation Division and WE
Fit Wellness for a hands-on health and exercise
experience. Learn about your health, donate
blood, check out accessible activity trackers and
other health devices, and try some fun activities
like sword fighting, cardio drumming, goalball, and more.
Icon of the NFB
THURSDAY, JUNE 30, Continued
11:00 am - NoonAIRA INTRODUCES AUGMENTED REALITY
TO ENHANCE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE BLIND
Wekiwa 9, Level 2
Learn how Aira is ushering in an exciting new
stage in assistive technology through the use of
wearable smart glass devices and cutting-edge
video and data-streaming technologies to assist
the blind in a wide range of daily activities.
Augmented reality and artificial intelligence
combine to render a new level of personal assistance.
11:00 am - 12:15 pmNOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS (Ages 11-18)
Wekiwa 1 and 2, Level 2
Noon - 6:00 pmCRAFT SHOW & DEMONSTRATIONS
Panzacola Ballroom H-4, Level 1
If you are interested in crafts and appreciate
handmade items, this is the place to be! Come and
meet some very talented Federation crafters and
purchase their beautiful items for sale. Joyce
Kane, President, NFB Krafters Division
1:00 - 3:00 pmSCANNING AND READING SOLUTIONS
FROM FREEDOM SCIENTIFIC AND OPTELEC BRANDS
Panzacola Ballroom H-3, Level 1
Join Dusty Voorhees and Richard Tapping for a
hands-on demonstration of VFO-Group scanning and
reading offerings. Whether you’re a student or
professional, whether you need portable OCR, a
desktop reader with tons of storage, or rapid
desktop scanning and reading, we'll show you a solution.
1:00 - 4:00 pmSENIORS DIVISION SEMINARPLAY GAMES AGAIN!
Wekiwa 4, Level 2
Meet seniors from across the country and learn
how to play games adapted for blind players.
Share your know-how with beginners at game
playing. Fun prizes for bingo winners. Cost is $5
per person to support the division. Ruth Sager, President
1:00 - 5:00 pmHUMANWARE PRODUCT SHOWCASE AND USER GROUPS
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
1:00-3:00 pmBrailleNote Touch: Come join us for
a presentation of the new BrailleNote Touch, the
world’s first Google-certified Braille tablet.
Hear all about the exciting future of this next generation of the BrailleNote.
3:00-4:00 pmVictor Reader Stream: Small, smart,
and wireless. An easy and enjoyable way to read!
Icon of the NFB
THURSDAY, JUNE 30, Continued
4:00-5:00 pmInnovations of the Future: An open
forum for you to provide your feedback directly to HumanWare.
1:00 - 5:00 pmOFFICE 365 USABILITY WITH MICROSOFT
Wekiwa 3, Level 2
Microsoft will conduct a usability study to
evaluate and enhance the accessibility of
Microsoft’s Office 365 products (Word, Outlook,
SharePoint, OneDrive, Skype, OneNote, etc.).
Participate in this session to help us better
understand your needs and refine these
productivity experiences to work seamlessly with assistive technologies.
2:00 - 4:00 pmNFB NATIONAL JOB FAIR
Panzacola Ballroom F-3 and F-4, Level 1
Spiff up, bring your résumé, and interview with
employers who want to hire blind people;
interview coaching available. We had two dozen
employers and over two hundred job seekers last
year, and expect even more this year! Sponsored
by the NFB Employment Committee. Dick Davis, Chairperson
2:00 - 3:15 pmNOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS
Wekiwa 1 and 2, Level 2
5:00 - 7:00 pmHISPANIC SEMINAR
Wekiwa 4, Level 2
Blindness is blindness, no matter what the
language. Meet new and old friends; learn about
Federation philosophy and the truth about
blindnessin Spanish. Alpidio Rolón, Moderator
5:00 - 7:00 pmCOMMITTEE ON AUTOMOBILE AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
Wekiwa 7, Level 2
CAPS monitors and proposes action to influence
policy on ever-evolving trends regarding vehicle,
environmental, and infrastructural changes as
they relate to pedestrian safety. All who possess
a desire and commitment to work on these and
other issues are invited to attend. Maurice Peret, Chairperson
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THURSDAY, JUNE 30, Continued
5:30 - 7:00 pmNOPBC FAMILY HOSPITALITY
Panzacola Ballroom F-1, Level 1
Relax, snack, chat, meet new families and
teachers, and connect with old friends. Veteran
attendees will be on hand to welcome you and
provide information. Free admission with 2016 NOPBC Conference name badge:
$15 per adult, $5 per child without badge. Pizza
and lemonade will be served. Cosponsored by the
National Organization of Professionals in
Blindness Education, a Division of the NFB.
5:00 - 7:30 pmMIX-AND-MINGLE RECEPTION FOR REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS
Panzacola Ballroom H-2, Level 1
5:30 - 7:00 pmNFB LIONS GROUP
Wekiwa 3, Level 2
Federationists who are Lions Club members or
potential members should come to this meeting.
Discuss activities of your club that help blind
people locally or nationally. Learn about
activities in other Lions Multiple Districts.
Julaine Arient Rollman, Past District Governor,
will tell us about her experience. Ramona Walhof
and Milton Ota, Co-Chairpersons
6:00 - 7:00 pmAIRA INTRODUCES AUGMENTED REALITY
TO ENHANCE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE BLIND
Wekiwa 9, Level 2
Learn how Aira is ushering in an exciting new
stage in assistive technology through the use of
wearable smart glass devices and cutting-edge
video and data streaming technologies to assist
the blind in a wide range of daily activities.
Augmented reality and artificial intelligence
combine to render a new level of personal assistance.
6:00 - 8:30 pmPROMOTION, EVALUATION, AND ADVANCEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY
Panzacola Ballroom H-3, Level 1
Hear exhibitors explain briefly what they are
exhibiting and where they are located in the
Exhibit Hall. Come explore ways to evaluate new
products; everyone is welcome. Mark Jones, Chairperson
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THURSDAY, JUNE 30, Continued
6:30 - 10:00 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND OFFICE PROFESSIONALS
Suwannee 19, Level 2
6:30 pmRegistration
Learn about assistive technology in the
workplace, training opportunities, and any job
announcements available. Lisa Hall, President
7:00 - 8:30 pmLIVING HISTORY GROUP
Suwannee 20, Level 2
Dedicated to recording, preserving, and
appreciating Federation history. Michael Freholm, Chairperson
8:00 - 9:00 pmWHITE CANE AND AFFILIATE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Wekiwa 4, Level 2
Are there new and ingenious ways to collect money
and spread the word about the NFB? I'm sure there
are. Come and share your ideas on how to fund our
movement. Alpidio Rolón, Chairperson
8:00 - 9:30 pmROOKIE ROUNDUP
Panzacola Ballroom G-1, Level 1
First-time convention attendeesdon’t miss this
event! President Riccobono and former rookies
will be on hand to welcome you and answer
questions about the week’s activities. Pam Allen,
Director of the Louisiana Center for the Blind,
President of the NFB of Louisiana, Chairperson
and Vice President of the Board of Directors of
the National Federation of the Blind
8:00 - 9:00 pmDAISY BOOK OF THE HOLY BIBLE
Wekiwa 3, Level 2
Use your Victor Reader Stream to navigate to any
verse in the King James Version Bible. Bring your
old or new VR Stream; learn how to navigate and
practice finding your favorite verses! A $5
donation for each SD card pre-loaded with Bible
DAISY books is requested. Also available in
Spanish! Norm Gardner (801) 380-3138
8:00 - 11:00 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS SOCIAL
Suwannee 11, Level 2
Drop in to the National Association of Blind
Students (NABS) Social to make some new friends
or reconnect with old ones. Come chat with NABS
members and leaders about our division or
anything else that’s on your mind. We hope to see
you there. Sean Whalen, President
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THURSDAY, JUNE 30, Continued
8:00 pm - MidnightKARAOKE NIGHT (Admission: $6)
Panzacola Ballroom F-3 and F-4, Level 1
Here’s your chance to sing like a rock star and
help support BLIND, Inc. youth programs! Enjoy
music, door prizes, and a cash bar as you learn
about BLIND, Inc. Braille song lists are
available. Hosted by BLIND, Incorporated.
8:30 - 10:00 pm#NFB16 TWEET UP!
Sebastian Ballroom I-1, Level 1
The NFB convention is the ultimate “social
network.” Drop in to meet Federationists you only
know from Twitter; learn how to use the power of
online social media; get geared up to share your
convention experience; and get to know others who
are supporters of @NFB_Voice. Cash bar available.
Danielle Trevino, NFB Coordinator for Social Media & Member Engagement
9:00 - 10:00 pmNFB AMBASSADORS COMMITTEE MEETING
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
Dan Burke, Chairperson
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FRIDAY, JULY 1, 2016
9:00 am - 5:00 pmPREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
9:00 am - 5:00 pmREGISTRATION ($30) AND BANQUET TICKET
SALES ($65)
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
9:00 am - 5:00 pmINDEPENDENCE MARKET
Sebastian Ballroom K and L, Level 1
9:00 - 11:00 amSPONSOR-LEVEL EXHIBITORS PREVIEW
Sebastian Ballroom K and L, Level 1
The Exhibit Hall opens its doors and is dedicated
solely to sponsor-level exhibitors. Come to say
“thank you” to our sponsors and enjoy their
interesting offers and demonstrations. Our exhibiting convention sponsors are:
Elite:
Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Platinum:
Cardtronics, Inc.; Delta Air Lines; Google, Inc.;
UPS; VFO (Freedom Scientific/Optelec)
Gold:
Microsoft, Sprint
Silver:
<a href="http://amazon.com">Amazon.com</a>; Dropbox, Inc.; HumanWare; Pearson
Bronze:
VitalSource Technologies
White Cane:
Ai Squared; BAUM (USA) Inc.; HIMS, Inc.; OrCam
11:00 am - 5:00 pmEXHIBIT HALL
Sebastian Ballroom K and L, Level 1
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FRIDAY, JULY 1, Continued
1:00 - 2:00 pmAIRA INTRODUCES AUGMENTED REALITY
TO ENHANCE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE BLIND
Suwannee 20, Level 2
Learn how Aira is ushering in an exciting new
stage in assistive technology through the use of
wearable smart glass devices and cutting-edge
video and data streaming technologies to assist
the blind in a wide range of daily activities.
Augmented reality and artificial intelligence
combine to render a new level of personal assistance.
1:00 - 2:00 pmLEARN ABOUT NON-24-HOUR SLEEP-WAKE
DISORDER, PRESENTED BY VANDA PHARMACEUTICALS
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
Learn about Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder (or
“Non-24”) and have your questions answered by a
medical expert. The presentation will aim to
educate everyone present about Non-24, its
symptoms, its impact, and its prevalence in the
blindness community. Following the event there
will be an opportunity to sign up to receive
additional information from Vanda regarding Non-24.
1:00 - 2:30 pmKNFB READER: THE COOL TOOL FOR WORK & SCHOOL
Suwannee 11, Level 2
Witness the power of the fastest and most
accurate print-reading app in person at our KNFB
Reader demonstration. Enter a drawing to win a
free copy of KNFB Reader while you try it for
yourself firsthand. Make the print yours with
KNFB Reader and live the life you want!
1:00 - 4:00 pmNOPBC YOUTH STYLE SHOW
Wekiwa 8, Level 2
1:00-2:30 pmRehearsal
2:45 pmStyle Show Begins
Our young blind models and NFB stars strut their
stuff on the runway. We extend a special
invitation to our kids with additional
disabilities. Come enjoy the fashions and music
and support NOPBC. $5 at the door. Frances
Hammond, Board Member, NOPBC, and Kim Cunningham, President, NOPBC
1:00 - 4:00 pmBLIND MUSICIANS GROUP
Suwannee 19, Level 2
Share ideas and tips and network with other blind
musicians. Linda Mentink, Chairperson
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FRIDAY, JULY 1, Continued
1:00 - 5:00 pmAi SQUARED SPECIAL SESSIONS
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
1:00-2:00 pmZoomText Fusion – Overview
2:15-3:45 pmZoomText Fusion – Bootcamp, Basic Training
4:00-5:00 pmWhat’s New with ZoomText CamReader and ImageReader
1:00 - 5:00 pmCITIES UNLOCKED FEEDBACK OPPORTUNITY
Wekiwa 3, Level 2
Cities Unlocked is continuing to explore how
technology can aid mobility and independence for
all and we invite you to experience our current
work. Join us for an informal feedback
opportunity which will influence our work in
progress and help shape and inform the current experience. Hosted by Microsoft.
1:00 - 5:00 pmTRAVELING MORE INDEPENDENTLY USING UBER
Wekiwa 9, Level 2
What started as an app to request premium black
cars in a few metropolitan areas is now changing
the logistical fabric of cities around the world.
Learn about Uber, which helps everyone, including
people who are blind, safely summon and use a vehicle to travel independently.
1:00 - 6:00 pmNFB-NEWSLINE® DEMONSTRATION OPEN HOUSE
Wekiwa 7, Level 2
Consult the NFB-NEWSLINE® experts. Ask for a
demonstration of our new features and try out new
access methods. Learn to edit your favorites
list, TV listings, or set up a job search. We’re
here to answer your questions. Not a subscriber?
We can sign you up on the spot!
1:00 - 7:00 pmSPORTS & RECREATION DIVISION WORKSHOPS
Sebastian I-2 Ballroom, Level 1
All classes are $10 per session.
1:00-2:45 pm, 3:00-4:45 pm, 5:00-7:00 pm1Touch Self-Defense Class
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FRIDAY, JULY 1, Continued
1:00 - 8:30 pmINSPIRING ARTISTS, BEGINNERS TO PROS
Panzacola Ballroom H-4, Level 1
1:00-5:00 pmDrop-in Activities
5:00-7:00 pmArt Exhibit
7:00-8:30 pmArtist Panel Discussion
Experience tactile art as a creative way to
gather and share information and ideas. Visitors
are invited to explore sculptures and other
tactile art forms on display. This open art room
offers free tools and materials for sculpting and
tactile drawing. Deborah Kent Stein and Ann Cunningham, Coordinators
1:00 - 9:00 pmTARGET ACCESSIBILITY
Suwannee 21, Level 2
Come meet with members of the Target Digital
Accessibility Team to receive demonstrations,
participate in a user test, and get some Target swag.
1:00 pmRESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE
Sebastian Ballroom J, Level 1
Sharon Maneki, Chairperson
2:00 - 6:00 pmORCAM TECHNOLOGIES
Wekiwa 4, Level 2
With OrCam MyEye you can read text, identify
products, and recognize faces. OrCam gives
independence. Try it yourself! Book your
appointment for an individual demonstration of
OrCam MyEye in advance at the OrCam table in the
Exhibit Hall. For more information, call (800)
713-3741 or visit <<a href="http://www.orcam.com/">http://www.orcam.com/</a>><a href="http://www.orcam.com">www.orcam.com</a>.
2:30 - 5:00 pmPROFESSIONALS IN BLINDNESS EDUCATION
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
1:30 pmRegistration
All professionals working with students from
birth through age twenty-one are welcome and
encouraged to join our informative and
interactive meeting. Come network and
collaborate, sharing and learning with colleagues
and future educators. Eric Guillory, President
3:00 - 4:30 pmKNFB READER: THE COOL TOOL FOR WORK & SCHOOL
Suwannee 11, Level 2
Witness the power of the fastest and most
accurate print-reading app in person at our KNFB
Reader demonstration. Enter a drawing to win a
free copy of KNFB Reader while you try it for
yourself firsthand. Make the print yours with
KNFB Reader and live the life you want!
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FRIDAY, JULY 1, Continued
3:00 - 6:00 pmGOOGLE PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION
Wekiwa 6, Level 2
Google will be giving a presentation on new
accessibility and usability features of Google Docs, Android, and Chrome OS.
4:15 - 5:45 pmNINETEENTH ANNUAL MOCK TRIAL (Admission: $5)
Panzacola Ballroom G-1, Level 1
Federation lawyers oppose each other to enact a
case addressing the civil rights of blind people,
and the audience serves as the jury. The subject
matter is serious, but the courtroom portrayers
are very entertaining. Scott LaBarre, President,
National Association of Blind Lawyers
4:30 - 6:00 pmNOPBC LAPS FOR LITERACY
Wekiwa 1, Level 2
Swim and walk laps for literacy at this fun
family event! Everyone is invited to attend and
help raise money and expectations at the same
time! Tickets are $5 for individuals, $10 for
family, or raise money at home for free entry! Holly Miller, Coordinator
5:00 - 6:00 pmAIRA INTRODUCES AUGMENTED REALITY
TO ENHANCE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE BLIND
Suwannee 20, Level 2
Learn how Aira is ushering in an exciting new
stage in assistive technology through the use of
wearable smart glass devices and cutting-edge
video and data streaming technologies to assist
the blind in a wide range of daily activities.
Augmented reality and artificial intelligence
combine to render a new level of personal assistance.
5:00 - 10:00 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND VETERANS RECEPTION AND MEETING
Panzacola Ballroom H-2, Level 1
5:00-7:00 pmVeterans Reception with Food and Cash Bar
7:00-10:00 pmAnnual Meeting
All veterans and interested parties are invited
to attend. Veterans' issues will be discussed,
opening session Veterans Celebration assignments
will be given including the Color Guard, and
VA-issued equipment will be demonstrated.
Dues will be collected. Dwight Sayer, President
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FRIDAY, JULY 1, Continued
5:30 - 7:00 pmKURZWEIL 1000 USER GROUP MEETING
Sebastian Ballroom I-1, Level 1
Do you own a Kurzweil 1000? Join us at our user
group meeting. A light dinner will be served.
Participants must register, and space is limited.
Registration instructions can be found at
<<a href="http://www.nfb.org/kurzweil1000">http://www.nfb.org/kurzweil1000</a>><a href="http://www.nfb.org/kurzweil1000.">http://www.nfb.org/kurzweil1000.</a>
Hosted by Stephen Baum, Vice President of
Engineering at Kurzweil Educational Systems.
6:00 - 7:30 pmNFB AFFILIATE PRESIDENTS AND TREASURERS SEMINAR
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
All state affiliate presidents and treasurers are
asked to attend this session. Topics will include
state financials, state and federal filings,
year-end preparations, and national fundraising
programs. Participants can discuss state issues
with facilitators Bridgid Burke and Nick Lambright.
6:00 - 7:30 pmCOMMITTEE ON AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES
AND INNOVATIONS IN TRANSPORTATION
Wekiwa 3, Level 2
This committee collects information about trends
in transportation and emerging models of
transportation that might not exist today which
may present opportunities for the blind to move
around independently, ensuring the NFB plays a
prominent role in the future of transportation.
Sachin Dev Pavithran, Chairperson
6:00 - 10:30 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS (NABS)
Panzacola Ballroom G-1, Level 1
6:00 pmRegistration ($5)
Students, young professionals, parents, teachers,
and anyone interested in learning about issues
affecting blind students are welcome and
encouraged to attend. It promises to be not only
informative, but fun, too! Come on out! Sean Whalen, President
6:00 - 10:00 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION TO PROMOTE THE USE
OF BRAILLE
Wekiwa 9, Level 2
6:00 pmRegistration
Learn about Braille-related research, discuss
current projects with vendors who produce Braille
through hard copy and technology, UEB progress,
and develop strategies for strengthening our division. Steve Booth, President
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FRIDAY, JULY 1, Continued
7:00 - 8:30 pmPUBLIC EMPLOYEES DIVISION
Suwannee 19, Level 2
Come learn about issues facing employees of
federal, state, and municipal government, as well
as public schools and public utility commissions.
Find out about government jobs and self-advocacy. Ivan Weich, President
7:00 - 9:00 pmLEGISLATIVE MEET UP
Wekiwa 6, Level 2
A recap of Washington Seminar, a run-down of
priorities, a reunion for legislative directors,
and a lesson from special guest Brooke Lierman,
delegate to the Maryland General Assembly and
attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy, about
politics behind the scenes. Parnell Diggs, Gabe
Cazares, and Derek Manners, Government Affairs Team
7:00 - 9:00 pmNFB-NEWSLINE® YEARLY REVIEW AND A LOOK AHEAD
Wekiwa 7, Level 2
Come see what’s new with NFB-NEWSLINE®! Learn
about new publications and improvements to the
largest and most diverse news and information service.
7:30 - 9:00 pmLIBRARY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Wekiwa 8, Level 2
Come and discuss what services there are and what
they could be. Learn about new additions to the
Library of Congress’s National Library Service
for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS)
and other accessible book programs. David Hyde, Chairperson
7:30 - 9:30 pmBLIND PARENTS GROUP
Wekiwa 4, Level 2
Blind parents share their experiences with
child-raising issues, such as learning infant
care, coping with printed homework assignments,
finding print-Braille books, dealing with the
public’s misconceptions, and more.
Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson
7:45 - 8:45 pmMEMBERSHIP FAIR
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
Come one, come all! This is a fun, interactive
fair full of examples of how to go about finding
new members for your chapter and affiliate. We
will be combining the excitement of our
Federation movement with new generation methods;
you will want to take these solutions home with
you. Jeannie Massay, Chairperson, Membership Committee
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FRIDAY, JULY 1, Continued
8:00 - 9:00 pmJUDAISM MEETING
Suwanee 18, Level 2
David Stayer, Chairperson, NFB in Judaism Group
8:00 - 9:00 pmDAISY BOOK OF THE HOLY BIBLE
Wekiwa 3, Level 2
Use your Victor Reader Stream to navigate to any
verse in the King James Version Bible. Bring your
old or new VR Stream; learn how to navigate and
practice finding your favorite verses! A $5
donation for each SD card pre-loaded with Bible
DAISY books is requested. Also available in
Spanish! Norm Gardner (801) 380-3138
8:15 - 10:15 pmFITNESS ENTHUSIASTS SWIM-UP
Pool Area
This year join us at the pool for a little
night-time swim-up with fitness enthusiasts from
across the country! Get ready to network and have
fun. Bathing suits are encouraged. Sponsored by
the Sports & Recreation Division. Lisamaria Martinez, President
8:45 - 9:45 pmAFFILIATE PRESIDENTS & OPPORTUNITY AMBASSADORS MEETING
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
If you are an Affiliate President or Opportunity
Ambassador, please join us for this meeting to
discuss new initiatives relating to member
recruitment and engagement, new tools, and
resources to grow our family. Jeannie Massay, Chairperson
9:00 - 10:00 pmSPANISH TRANSLATION COMMITTEE
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
We provide simultaneous translation into Spanish
during the general sessions of the convention and
lead other Spanish initiatives for the
Federation. Please join us if you would like to
help with this effort. Conchita Hernandez, Chairperson
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8:30 am - 5:00 pmPREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
8:30 am - 5:00 pmREGISTRATION ($30) AND BANQUET TICKET
SALES ($65)
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
8:30 am - 5:00 pmEXHIBIT HALL and INDEPENDENCE MARKET
Sebastian Ballrooms K and L, Level 1
9:00 - 11:30 amNFB BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING (Open to All)
Sebastian Ballrooms I and J, Level 1
10:00 - 11:45 amNOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS (Ages 11-14)
(Teens 14-18 are encouraged to attend the National Board meeting)
Wekiwa 1 and 2, Level 2
12:30 - 4:00 pmSPORTS & RECREATION DIVISION MEETING
Suwannee 13, Level 2
12:30 pmRegistration
As always, the Sports & Recreation Division
promises to have great tips on how to get up and
move. At our meetings we don't just sitwe move! Lisamaria Martinez, President
12:30 - 4:00 pmNATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF BLIND EDUCATORS
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
Blind teachers discuss techniques they use in
their classrooms. Participants also meet in
groups specific to grade level and content areas
of interest to create a network of mentors. If
you teach or are considering a career in teaching
at any level, please join us. Cayte Mendez, President
12:30 - 4:30 pmNFB DEAF-BLIND DIVISION WORKSHOP
Wekiwa 9, Level 2
12:30 pmRegistration
1:00 pmWorkshop
Adjusting to hearing loss, building an accessible
community, the basics of support service provider
(SSP) services, communication, travel, and more.
Meet new friends, share ideas, learn how others
manage challenges and find solutions to living
with a combined hearing and vision loss. Alice Eaddy, President
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SATURDAY, JULY 2, Continued
12:30 - 4:30 pmKNOWLEDGE IS POWER! BE A POWERFUL SENIOR
Wekiwa 6, Level 2
12:30 pmRegistration ($5)
1:30 pmMeeting
Join the Senior Division, the fastest-growing
group of the nation’s blind. Learn from fellow
Federationists how to be a vibrant leader in your
community. Find out how to advocate for better
services for seniors in your state. Officer
elections will be held, as will our silent auction. Ruth Sager, President
12:30 - 5:00 pmDIABETES ACTION NETWORK SEMINAR
Suwannee 11, Level 2
12:30 pmRegistration
Learn about new accessible diabetes equipment
coming to market and strategies for living well
with diabetes. Division officer and board member
elections will be held. Mike Freeman, President
12:30 - 5:00 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND LAWYERS
Panzacola Ballroom H-3, Level 1
12:30 pmRegistration
Examine laws affecting blind people and others
with disabilities; address ongoing struggles to
gain equal access to websites, employment, legal
texts, and exams; share practice tips for blind
lawyers. Scott LaBarre, President
12:30 - 5:00 pmNFB IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
Wekiwa 4, Level 2
12:30 pmRegistration
Enhancing nonvisual access to information
technology and improving the ability of blind
information technology professionals to compete
in today’s world. Curtis Chong, President
12:30 - 5:00 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND IN COMMUNITIES OF FAITH
Suwannee 19, Level 2
12:30 pmRegistration
Speakers will tell how their faith has helped
them face and overcome challenges; also hear
representatives from various faith-based
libraries and publishing houses describe what
their organizations do. Tom Anderson, President
1:00 - 4:00 pmNOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS (Ages 11-18)
Wekiwa 1 and 2, Level 2
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SATURDAY, JULY 2, Continued
1:00 - 4:00 pmNOPBC MEETING
Panzacola Ballroom F-1, Level 1
Keynote address by the 2016 Distinguished
Educator of Blind Children; talks on accessible
science, art, textbooks, games, technology,
programs for kids, Parent Power, business
meeting, elections, and more. Kim Cunningham, President
1:00 - 4:00 pmPERFORMING ARTS DIVISION
Suwannee 21, Level 2
Learn about our new programs and bring your ideas
for the future. Then join the discussion with our
panel on acting, stage presence, and style. Learn
the basics or practice your Braille music skills
in this workshop led by musicians who are experts
in the code. Julie McGinnity, President
1:00 - 4:30 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND MERCHANTS
Panzacola Ballroom F-2, Level 1
Come celebrate the eightieth anniversary of the
Randolph Sheppard Act and immerse yourself in the
creative and dynamic entrepreneurial spirit of
our division. Nicky Gacos, President
1:00 - 4:30 pmWRITERS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Suwannee 18, Level 2
We will be updating members on division business,
announcing the 2016 winners of the youth and
adult writing contests, and presenting all of the
year’s classes and services. Come ready to learn.
We will have a special guest speaker to be
announced soon. Eve Sanchez, President
1:00 - 5:00 pmBLIND CANCER SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP
Wekiwa 3, Level 2
Join us for a meet and greet, a panel discussion,
and personal stories of strength and courage. Our
group's purpose is to help all cancer survivors
get well and stay well, to offer preventive
measures, and to create a platform for cohesive
dialogue and information dissemination. Isaiah Nelson, Coordinator
1:00 - 5:00 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND REHAB PROFESSIONALS
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
1:00 pmRegistration
Network, share mutual interests, find placement
strategies, and examine and discuss concerns and
current issues. Melody Roane, President
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SATURDAY, JULY 2, Continued
1:00 - 5:00 pmHUMAN SERVICES DIVISION
Suwannee 20, Level 2
1:00 pmRegistration ($5)
2:00-5:00 pmDivision Meeting
We are a diverse group of blind professionals,
paraprofessionals, and students pursuing careers
as social workers, mental health counselors,
psychologists, and other allied health
professions. Please join us to network within the
fields, share experiences, exchange ideas, and
learn more about how to be the most effective in
our fields. Merry C. Schoch, President
1:00 - 6:00 pmNFB-NEWSLINE® DEMONSTRATION OPEN HOUSE
Wekiwa 7, Level 2
Consult the NFB-NEWSLINE® experts. Ask for a
demonstration of our new features and try out new
access methods. Learn to edit your favorites
list, TV listings, or set up a job search. We’re
here to answer your questions. Not a subscriber?
We can sign you up on the spot!
1:00 - 8:30 pmINSPIRING ARTISTS, BEGINNERS TO PROS
Panzacola Ballroom H-4, Level 1
1:00-5:00 pmDrop-in Activities
5:00-7:00 pmArt Exhibit
7:00-8:30 pmHands-on Workshop for Parents and TVIs
Experience tactile art as a creative way to
gather and share information and ideas. Visitors
are invited to explore sculptures and other
tactile art forms on display. This open art room
offers free tools and materials. Deborah Kent
Stein and Ann Cunningham, Coordinators
4:00 - 6:00 pmUNITED BLIND INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF AMERICA
Wekiwa 8, Level 2
Join your Federation colleagues for a
wide-ranging discussion about improving working
conditions and wages for all blind workers, and
developing strategies to ensure that all disabled
workers are paid at least the minimum wage. Sandy Halverson, President
4:00 - 10:00 pmSPORTS & RECREATION DIVISION WORKSHOPS
Panzacola Ballroom G-2, Level 1
All classes are $10 per session.
4:15-6:00 pm, 6:15-8:00 pm, 8:15-10:00 pm1Touch Self-Defense Class
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SATURDAY, JULY 2, Continued
4:30 - 6:30 pmPUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE SEMINAR
Suwannee 13, Level 2
What's the best way to engage members of the
media? What does a successful media interview
look and sound like? Learn from experts and share
ideas and strategies on how to harness the power
of the media! Chris Danielsen, Chairperson
4:30 - 6:30 pmANATOMY OF A PIANO TUNER
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
Join the Piano Technology Group in a discussion
of piano tuners in blind society, and help us
change what it means to be a blind piano tuner. Don Mitchell, Chairperson
5:00 - 6:30 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND LAWYERS RECEPTION
Panzacola Ballroom H-2, Level 1
For NABL Division members and seminar
participants only; to promote networking and
fellowship within our membership. Hors d'oeuvres
and cash bar are available. Scott LaBarre, President
5:00 - 7:00 pmBRAILLE BOOK FAIR
Panzacola Ballroom F-3 and F-4, Level 1
A book lover's dream! Browse tables of new and
used Braille and print/Braille books. Volunteers
will box and deliver them to the post office for
Free Matter shipment to your home. Books are
free; donations are encouraged. Krystal Guillory, Coordinator
5:15 - 6:45 pmCOMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE: OPEN TO ALL LEADERS
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
Join other chapters, affiliates, and divisions in
a showcase of social media strategies and action
plans, which will help you reach non-members in a
“brand” new way. Plus, we'll demonstrate how your
fundraising communications can be fun and
energizing! Corbb O’Connor, Chairperson
6:00 - 8:00 pmCHAPTER PRESIDENT UNIVERSITY
Wekiwa 1, Level 2
Basics 101: Foundations and Cornerstones. This
first class of the new Chapter President
University Leader Development Program will
emphasize building a chapter that will stand the
test of time. By invitation only. Jeannie Massay
and Danielle Trevino, Coordinators
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SATURDAY, JULY 2, Continued
6:00 - 10:00 pmNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GUIDE DOG USERS
Panzacola Ballroom F-2, Level 1
6:00-6:45 pmRegistration
7:00 pmMeeting
Celebrate our successes in education and advocacy
on behalf of guide dog users. Be the first to see
our new video “Service Animals in Zoos,” followed
by a Q&A from Dr. Larry Killmar of Lowry Park
Zoo. News from affiliate divisions, advocacy
activities, mobile app updates, and elections
will be covered as well; even test-drive a guide
dog! Marion Gwizdala, President
6:15 - 10:00 pmNFB COMMUNITY SERVICE DIVISION
Wekiwa 8, Level 2
6:15 pmRegistration
6:35 pmSeminar
9:00 pmBusiness Meeting
Hear from speakers about their community service
experiences, discover how the blind live the
lives we want through serving our community, and
find out what the division has been up to in the
past year. Let’s get involved! Darian Smith, President
6:30 - 9:45 pmSCIENCE & ENGINEERING DIVISION
Suwannee 21, Level 2
6:30 pmRegistration
7:00 pmMeeting
Come hear from blind scientists and learn how to
gain access to graphics and mathematical
material, make raised-line drawings, and prepare
scientific research for publication. John Miller, President
6:30 - 10:00 pmASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINERS DIVISION
Suwannee 11, Level 2
6:30 pmRegistration
This meeting will include an update on the
accessibility of Google Apps, learning NVDA, an
introduction to Windows 10, and strategies for
teaching people with multiple disabilities. We'll
be sharing what works and getting help with
challenges. $5 for resource CD and other benefits. Nancy Coffman, Coordinator
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SATURDAY, JULY 2, Continued
6:30 - 10:00 pmDEAF-BLIND DIVISION SEMINAR & BUSINESS MEETING
Wekiwa 9, Level 2
6:30 pmSeminar
8:00 pmBusiness Meeting
Professionals, educators, and deaf-blind
consumers speak on current issues in the national
deaf-blind community. Please join us for this
informative session. Following the seminar, there
will be a deaf-blind division business meeting
and election of officers. Alice Eaddy, President
7:00 - 8:30 pm“WNFB” (A play written by Jerry
Whittle; $5 admission fee; one performance only)
Panzacola Ballroom G-1, Level 1
Two witty blind DJs spin NFB songs and other
music while conducting a national radio
broadcast, during which several callers express
their feelings and ask rather intriguing
questions. All proceeds benefit the summer
children’s programs at the Louisiana Center for the Blind.
7:00 - 9:00 pmEMPOWER UNDERSERVED POPULATIONS
Wekiwa 4, Level 2
If you are feeling underserved, come and be
heard! Get empowered to live the life you want!
Ron Brown, Chairperson, Committee to Empower Underserved Populations
7:00 - 9:00 pmNFB KRAFTERS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Suwannee 18, Level 2
Join us to hear about our telephone conference
classes taught by blind and visually-impaired
crafters and learn about our email classes.
Become a paid member and take as many classes as
you would like through July 2017. Joyce Kane, President
7:30 - 9:00 pmDADS’ NIGHT OUT
All dads, sighted and blind, are welcome.
Contact Bill Cucco at (201) 602-6318 for location. Sponsored by NOPBC.
7:30 - 9:30 pmBLIND FEDERAL EMPLOYEES COMMITTEE MEETING
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
Come learn about issues facing federal employees
and applicants. Share your experiences with and
your solutions to federal workplace challenges. Ronza Othman, Chairperson
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SATURDAY, JULY 2, Continued
7:00 - 10:00 pmBALLROOM DANCING WORKSHOPS
Suwannee 13, Level 2
6:30 pmRegistration ($5)
6:45 pmWaltz Lesson
8:00 pmSwing Lesson
Take the first step and learn to conquer the
dance floor with elegant waltz and spunky swing!
No partner or prior dance experience needed; all
welcome! Katelyn MacIntyre, Vice President, NFB Performing Arts Division
8:00 - 9:00 pmFRIENDS OF RECOVERY MEETING
Suwannee 19, Level 2
All convention delegates involved in or
interested in twelve-step recovery programs are
invited to attend. A second Friends of Recovery
meeting will be on Monday at 8:00 pm. Hunter M., Coordinator
8:00 - 9:30 pmWEBMASTERS MEETING
Suwannee 20, Level 2
A meeting for all NFB affiliate and division
webmasters to discuss the importance of an
informative, accessible, and visually attractive
website. Gary Wunder, Chairperson
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SUNDAY, JULY 3, 2016
7:00 - 8:00 amROMAN CATHOLIC MASS
Panzacola Ballroom F-2, Level 1
Father Gregory Paul, C.P., Celebrant
8:00 - 8:45 amDEVOTIONS
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
8:45 - 9:15 amPREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
8:45 - 9:15 amREGISTRATION ($30), AND BANQUET TICKET SALES ($65)
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
OPENING GENERAL SESSION
9:30 am INVOCATION
9:35 am WELCOMING CEREMONIES
2016 National Convention Host Committee
10:00 am CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM: VETERANS RECOGNIZED
Dwight Sayer, President, National Association of
Blind Veterans, a Division of the National
Federation of the Blind; Winter Garden, Florida
10:20 am ROLL CALL OF STATES AND APPOINTMENT OF NOMINATING COMMITTEE
11:55 am REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
Noon ADJOURN
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SUNDAY, JULY 3, Continued
Noon - 1:45 pmEXHIBIT HALL AND INDEPENDENCE MARKET
Sebastian Ballrooms K and L, Level 1
12:15 - 1:45 pmLOUISIANA CENTER FOR THE BLIND ALUMNI RECEPTION
Panzacola Ballroom H-2, Level 1
All Louisiana Center for the Blind (LCB) alumni
and those interested in learning more about our
life-changing programs are welcome! Join us as we
celebrate the accomplishments of our alumni!
Learn how LCB training will help you “live the
life you want!” Pam Allen, Executive Director
1:30 - 2:00 pmPREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
1:30 - 2:00 pmREGISTRATION ($30) AND FINAL BANQUET TICKET
SALES ($65)
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
GENERAL SESSION
2:00 pm CALL TO ORDER
2:05 pm PRESIDENTIAL REPORT
Mark Riccobono, President, National Federation of
the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
3:05 pm TOP OF MIND EVERYDAY: MICROSOFT’S COMMITMENT TO
ACCESSIBILITY AND INNOVATION THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH THE FEDERATION
John Jendrezak, Partner Director of Program Management,
Microsoft; Redmond, Washington
3:25 pm THE LAW OF DISABILITY, SPECIAL TREATMENT, DR. JACOBUS
TENBROEK, AND THE CONSTITUTION
Marc Maurer, Director of Legal Policy and
Immediate Past President, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
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SUNDAY, JULY 3, Continued
3:55 pm UNDEFINED BY BLINDNESS: SEEKING
EMPLOYMENT AND FINANCIAL LITERACY OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE BLIND
Kathy Martinez, Senior Vice President, Lead
Disability Segment, Marketing and Brand Strategy,
Enterprise Marketing, Wells Fargo & Company; San Francisco, California
4:15 pm NATIONAL INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLIND:
CONTINUING TO RAISE EXPECTATIONS AND CREATE OPPORTUNITIES
Kevin Lynch, President and Chief Executive
Officer, National Industries for the Blind; Alexandria, Virginia
4:35 pm REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
5:00 pm ADJOURN
5:30 - 6:30 pmNOMINATING COMMITTEE
Wekiwa 8, Level 2
6:00 - 7:30 pmSELF-ADVOCACY IN HIGHER EDUCATION
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
A workshop for current or soon-to-be
undergraduate or graduate students to know your
legal rights and learn effective strategies for
self-advocacy in obtaining accommodations and
accessing instructional materials and digital
content. Mehgan Sidhu, NFB General Counsel
6:00 - 10:00 pmTARGET ACCESSIBILITY
Suwannee 21, Level 2
Come meet with members of the Target digital
accessibility team to receive demonstrations,
participate in a user test, and get some Target swag!
6:30 - 9:00 pmCOLORADO CENTER FOR THE BLIND OPEN HOUSE
Panzacola Ballroom F-1, Level 1
Come and meet our staff and students from the
Colorado Center for the Blind. Discover why
training will change your whole life! See what we
do in all our classes, from technology to cane
travel; pick up a puzzle, grab a recipe, and join
us for a fun evening! Julie Deden, Director
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SUNDAY, JULY 3, Continued
7:00 - 8:00 pmHOW TO HOLD A VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE IN SIX EASY STEPS
Wekiwa 4, Level 2
Learn how to plan and host a voter registration
drive that will attract new members to your
chapter and serve your local community. Lou Ann
Blake and Charles S. Brown, Coordinators
7:00 - 9:00 pmCAREERS IN AUTOMOTIVE-RELATED SPECIALTIES
GROUP
Wekiwa 7, Level 2
Are you car-crazy? Come and mingle with
like-minded individuals. We will be discussing
ways a blind person can excel in the automotive
repair industry. Helpful devices will be on
display that will make work faster and easier.
Call (248) 595-9134 for details. Marcus Simmons, Chairman
7:00 - 9:00 pmEMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
An energetic meetingeveryone participates! New
technology and other resources, information and
advice. Looking for a job? Bring your résumé!
Looking for an employee? Bring your job posting!
Networking abounds. What can we do to get more
blind people working? Let us know. Dick Davis, Chairperson
7:00 - 9:00 pmEXHIBIT HALL
Sebastian Ballroom K and L, Level 1
7:00 - 9:00 pmKNFB READER LIAISON MARKETING MEETING
Suwannee 11, Level 2
All KNFB Reader Liaisons are requested to attend
this meeting. We will be providing training,
reviewing presentation materials, discussing
target audiences, and answering questions. Please
bring your device(s), your ideas, and your questions!
7:00 - 10:00 pmNOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS
7:00-9:45 pmAdaptive Games
A make-and-take session for families to learn how
to adapt store-bought games to include blind and
visually-impaired children in family fun.
Suwanee 19, Level 2
7:00-8:15 pmIEP Workshop for Parents of Blind and Visually-Impaired Students.
Suwanee 18, Level 2
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SUNDAY, JULY 3, Continued
8:30-9:45 pmBasic IEP Advocacy Training
For NFB members and families who wish to help
other families learn to advocate effectively at IEP meetings.
Suwanee 18, Level 2
7:00 - 9:45 pmNOPBC YOUTH TRACK ACTIVITY (Ages 11-18)
Wekiwa 2, Level 2
Deal Me In: Learning Poker and Other Card Games
7:00 - 10:00 pmNOPBC CHILDREN’S CRAFT & GAME NIGHT (Ages 5-12)
Wekiwa 1, Level 2
This activity will be available for children of
families attending workshops during this time. NFB Child Care will not be open!
8:00 - 9:30 pmRESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Wekiwa 8, Level 2
Technology is omnipresent in our lives. While it
provides unprecedented advantages in education
and employment, the blind are still excluded from
many products. Hear about new advances and
discuss ways we can influence developers to
include accessibility in their hardware and
software. Rachel Olivero and Chancey Fleet, Chairpersons
8:00 - 10:00 pmAN OPEN-AIR OUTDOOR CONCERT: FREE
TO LIVE THE LIVES WE WANT (Admission: $15)
Gatlin Terrace
Continue the excitement of convention opening day
with a live, outdoor concert featuring
Federationists who make a living writing and
playing music. Professional musicians and
songwriters JP Williams and Tom Page will perform
a mix of originals and covers. A cash bar is
available. (Admission: $15 benefitting the NFB.)
8:00 - 11:30 pmMONTE CARLO NIGHT
Wekiwa 6, Level 2
Try your luck at playing popular card games;
bring friends along or make new oneseither way
it’s sure to be great fun! Cash bar provided.
Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students Division.
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SUNDAY, JULY 3, Continued
9:00 pm - MidnightTRIVIA NIGHT (Admission: $10)
Panzacola Ballroom H-2, Level 1
Come join the Community Service Division as we
bring back trivia night! An evening full of fun,
laughs, and some healthy competition! Proceeds
benefit future programs and activities of the Community Service Division.
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MONDAY, JULY 4, 2016
8:00 - 8:45 amDEVOTIONS
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
8:15 - 8:45 amPREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
8:15 - 8:45 amREGISTRATION ($30)
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
GENERAL SESSION
9:00 am INVOCATION
9:05 am FINANCIAL REPORT
10:00 am ELECTIONS
11:00 am A COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE: THE
FEDERATION IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, ART, AND MATH
Natalie Shaheen, Project Director, National
Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
Joe Heimlich, Executive Director, Center for
Research and Evaluation; COSI and Principal
Researcher, Lifelong Learning Group; Columbus, Ohio
Cricket Bidleman, Apprentice, NFB STEM2U;
Participant, NFB EQ; Morro Bay, California
Frances Hammond, Board Member, National
Organization of Parents of Blind Children; Albuquerque, New Mexico
Arianna Benally, Junior, NFB STEM2U Columbus and
NFB STEM2U Phoenix; Albuquerque, New Mexico
Salvador Villa, Apprentice, NFB STEM2U Phoenix; Participant,
NFB EQ 2016; McAllen, Texas
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MONDAY, JULY 4, Continued
11:35 am REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
Noon ADJOURN
Noon - 1:45 pmEXHIBIT HALL AND INDEPENDENCE
MARKET (final opportunity to visit the Independence Market and Exhibit Hall)
Sebastian Ballrooms K and L, Level 1
12:30 - 1:30 pmCASH AND CARING NETWORK
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
States and chapters learn from and build on the
experiences of other groups in raising funds for
themselves and for the national treasury. We will
talk about using social media in conjunction with
fundraising. Every affiliate should be
represented on this network. Ramona Walhof, Chairperson
12:30 - 1:45 pmNOPBC BRAINSTORMING SESSION
Suwannee 20, Level 2
Please share your ideas with us. What did you
like at this convention? What resources would
help you stay connected throughout the year? What
workshops might you like to see us offer next
year? Be a part of this valuable conversation. Kim Cunningham, President
1:30 - 2:00 pmPREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
1:30 - 2:00 pmREGISTRATION ($30)
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
GENERAL SESSION
2:00 pm CALL TO ORDER
2:05 pm THE BLIND IN THE WORLD: LEADERSHIP, PHILOSOPHY, AND
ACTION ON A GLOBAL SCALE
Fredric Schroeder, First Vice President, World Blind Union;
Vienna, Virginia
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MONDAY, JULY 4, Continued
2:25 pm THE ROOTS OF THE FEDERATION IN THE WORLD: THE
ISABELLE GRANT STORY IN HER OWN WORDS
Deborah Kent Stein, Editor, Future Reflections;
First Vice President, National Federation of the
Blind of Illinois; Chicago, Illinois
2:40 pm ADVOCACY AND POLICY REPORT
John G. Paré Jr., Executive Director for Advocacy
and Policy, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
Parnell Diggs, Director, Government Affairs,
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
Gabe Cazares, Government Affairs Specialist,
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
Derek Manners, Advocacy and Policy Analyst,
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
3:15 pm REPORTS, RESOLUTIONS, AND OTHER BUSINESS
5:00 pm ADJOURN
5:15 - 8:15 pmAmazon Devices and Education Accessibility
Panzacola Ballroom F-3, Level 1
An exploration of VoiceView, Amazon’s new screen
reader for FireOS and Kindle e-readers, as well
as Amazon Alexa, a cloud-based voice-control
service for music, books, the environment, and
more. Amazon Education will demonstrate the
progress made under their collaboration with the
NFB. Peter Korn, Accessibility Architect
6:00 - 7:30 pmADVOCACY SKILLS FOR BLIND PARENTS
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
A workshop on advocacy strategies for blind
parents in the context of family law proceedings,
interactions with the department of social
services, and participation in K-12 public school
systems. Sharon Krevor-Weisbaum, Attorney, Brown, Goldstein & Levy.
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MONDAY, JULY 4, Continued
7:00 - 8:30 pmKNFB READER: THE COOL TOOL FOR WORK & SCHOOL
Suwannee 11, Level 2
Witness the power of the fastest and most
accurate print-reading app in person at our KNFB
Reader demonstration. Enter a drawing to win a
free copy of KNFB Reader while you try it for
yourself firsthand. Make the print yours with
KNFB Reader and live the life you want!
7:00 - 9:00 pmBRAILLE PROOFREADING SEMINAR
Wekiwa 9, Level 2
If you are a parent of a blind child, teacher of
blind and visually-impaired children, a
rehabilitation teacher, or interested in learning
what’s happening in the Braille field, join us to
get hands-on experience. Presented by the
National Association of Blind Office
Professionals Division. Lisa Hall, President
7:30 - 9:00 pmSOCIAL SECURITY AND SSI: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
Social Security and SSI benefits, eligibility
criteria, application process, reporting
obligations, and information about working while
receiving benefits. Also learn about the status
of the Blind Persons Return to Work Act. Parnell Diggs, Presenter
8:00 - 9:00 pmFRIENDS OF RECOVERY MEETING
Suwannee 19, Level 2
All convention delegates involved in or
interested in twelve-step recovery programs are
invited to attend. Hunter M., Coordinator
8:00 - 10:30 pmSIXTEENTH ANNUAL SHOWCASE OF TALENT
Panzacola Ballroom G, Level 1
Join us for a night of great performances.
Whether you perform in the show or support your
friends from the audience, it is an enjoyable
evening of great entertainment. General admission
is $5. We will award cash prizes to two acts. The
cost to perform in this year’s show will be $10.
Call (317) 643-1890 with any questions. Presented
by the Performing Arts Division. Julie McGinnity, President
8:00 pm - MidnightSALSA NIGHT (Admission: $5)
Panzacola Ballroom F-4, Level 1
Dance the night away as you learn to dance to
salsa music using the Braille cell. All levels of
skill are welcome. A competition takes place at
the end with great prizes. Cash bar is provided.
Proceeds benefit the Spanish Translation
Committee. Conchita Hernandez, Chairperson
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TUESDAY, JULY 5, 2016
7:15 - 8:45 amAMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR THE BLIND
7:15 amDoors open
7:30 amBreakfast served
The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)
cordially invites you to a complimentary
breakfast, featuring welcome remarks from our new
president and CEO, Kirk Adams. We hope you will
stop in, introduce yourself, and spend some time
speaking with AFB staff. Attendance is limited;
please RSVP to Sarah Malaier,
<mailto:<a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">smalaier at afb.net</a>><a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">smalaier at afb.net</a> or call
(202) 469-6831 no later than June 20 to receive a
confirmation email with the breakfast banquet room location information.
8:00 - 8:45 amDEVOTIONS
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
8:15 - 8:45 amPREREGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
8:15 - 8:45 amREGISTRATION ($30)Final opportunity to register
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function Area, Level 1
GENERAL SESSION
9:00 am INVOCATION
9:05 am PUTTING NEWS FIRST: BREAKING DOWN STEREOTYPES AS A BLIND JOURNALIST
Gary O'Donoghue, BBC Washington Correspondent;
Washington, District of Columbia
9:25 am ENGAGING BLIND PEOPLE IN THE REAL
PROBLEMS OF BLINDNESS: A REPORT ON THE NATIONAL
FEDERATION OF THE BLIND JERNIGAN INSTITUTE
Anil Lewis, Executive Director for the NFB
Jernigan Institute, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
Lou Ann Blake, Deputy Director for the NFB
Jernigan Institute, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
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TUESDAY, JULY 5, Continued
Clara Van Gerven, Manager of Accessibility
Programs, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
9:55 am SLAM THAT! LIVING THE LIFE SHE WANTS BEGINS WITH THE FEDERATION
Jordyn Castor, Software Engineer, Apple, Inc.; San Francisco, California
10:10 am PARTICIPATING IN THE AMERICAN DREAM
MEANS PAYING TAXES: THE INNOVATION OF ACCESSIBLE FINANCIAL TOOLS AT H&R BLOCK
Bret Reimer, Technology Manager, H&R Block; Kansas City, Missouri
10:25 am EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENTS, MATH
INNOVATIONS, AND REAL ACCESSIBILITY: PROGRESS AT PEARSON
Jon Twing, Executive Vice
President and Chief Measurement Officer, Pearson Education; Iowa City, Iowa
10:40 am BRINGING THE BRAILLE COMMITMENT TO NEW
HEIGHTS: THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE BRAILLENOTE
Gilles Pepin, Chief Executive Officer, HumanWare; Drummondville, Québec, Canada
11:00 am INVESTING AND LEADING IN TECHNOLOGY:
THE FEDERATION IN ADVANCING ACCESS TO INFORMATION
James Gashel, Vice President of Business
Development and Product Evangelist, KNFB, LLC;
Secretary, National Federation of the Blind; Avon, Colorado
11:20 am THE LIBRARY FOR THE BLIND IN THE
TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY: ACCELERATING AND EXPANDING ACCESS TO BOOKS
Karen Keninger, Director, National Library
Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped,
Library of Congress; Washington, District of Columbia
11:35 am REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
Noon ADJOURN
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TUESDAY, JULY 5, Continued
Noon - 1:45 pmAMATEUR RADIO DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Suwannee 11, Level 2; Rachel Olivero (AD9O), President
Noon - 1:45 pmRAFFLES AND DRAWINGS
Wekiwa 5, Level 2
12:15 - 1:45 pmNLS QUESTION-AND-ANSWER SESSION
Wekiwa 10, Level 2
A question-and-answer session with the National
Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress.
GENERAL SESSION
2:00 pm CALL TO ORDER
2:05 pm DR. JACOB BOLOTIN AWARDS
James Gashel, Chairperson, Dr. Jacob Bolotin
Award Committee; Secretary, National Federation of the Blind; Avon, Colorado
2:35 pm HOW EXPONENTIAL TECHNOLOGIES WILL IMPACT DISABILITIES
Ray Kurzweil, Director of Engineering, Google, Inc.; Mountain View, California
2:55 pm LIVING THE LIFE SHE WANTS:
REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL, COMMUNITY LEADER, AND MOTHER
Amy Buresh, President, National Federation of the
Blind of Nebraska; Lincoln, Nebraska
3:15 PM EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AT AMAZON: A
PLAN FOR ACCESSIBILITY AND EXCELLENCE FOR THE BLIND
Rohit Agarwal, General
Manager, Amazon K-12 Education, <a href="http://amazon.com">Amazon.com</a>, Inc.; Seattle, Washington
3:35 pm ELIMINATING ARTIFICIAL BARRIERS:
CIVIL RIGHTS AND DISIBILITY AT THE UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Eve Hill, Deputy Assistant
Attorney General, Civil Rights Division, United
States Department of Justice; Washington, District of Columbia
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TUESDAY, JULY 5, Continued
3:55 pm EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND DISCOVERING TALENT:
A JOURNEY FROM DISCRIMINATION TO PARTICLE ASTROPHYSICS RESEARCH
Jamie Principato, Undergraduate Physics and Math
Student, University of Colorado Boulder; Boulder, Colorado
4:45 pm REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
5:00 pm ADJOURN
7:00 pmBANQUET
Sebastian Ballrooms I and J, Level 1
INVOCATION
MASTER OF CEREMONIES: Marc Maurer
INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
BANQUET ADDRESS: Mark Riccobono
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
CONVENTION NOTES:
Note 1: A Federation information desk is in the
registration area from Friday morning through
Tuesday in case you have questions or need assistance.
Note 2: Rosen Shingle Creek room rates are:
singles and doubles, $83; triples and quads, $89.
In addition to the room rates, there is a 13.5
percent tax. There is no charge for children
under seventeen in the room with parents as long
as no extra bed is required. Proof of convention
registration is necessary, including the showing
of an NFB registration badge, if requested.
Otherwise, regular hotel rates must be paid. This
is a non-smoking hotel; smoking is permitted only in specified areas outside.
Note 3: Guide Dog Relief Areas:
There are two guide dog relief areas at the Rosen
Shingle Creek Hotel. The one closest to the
sleeping room section is located outside lower
lobby level at the rear side of the hotel, toward
the outdoor function space and pool area. The one
closest to the meeting room section is located in
the Panzacola-Sebastian wing on level one. Go
past the Sebastian Ballrooms K and L (Exhibit
Hall and Independence Market), exit through the
doors across the end of the wing that lead to the
event parking lot, and turn left.
Note 4: All requests for announcements by
President Riccobono during General Sessions must be submitted in Braille.
Note 5: Raffle tickets will not be sold in the
registration area, and no raffles or other such
drawings will take place during convention
sessions or at the banquet. The single exception
will be that national divisions may (if they
request it in advance) conduct drawings during
the sessions or at the banquet. Groups or
affiliates wishing to conduct their drawings (or
any person wishing to know the winners) may go at
noon on Tuesday to Wekiwa 5, Level 2.
Note 6: Child care for children between the ages
of six weeks and twelve years is available during
convention sessions, most meetings, and the
banquet. Preregistration and payment by June 15
are required for child care. Child care is
organized and supervised by Carla McQuillan, the
executive director of Main Street Montessori
Association. Duncan McQuillan serves as the
activities and staff coordinator. Please note
that child-care services provides morning and
afternoon snacks, but parents are required to
provide lunch for their child(ren) every day.
Times listed are the opening and closing times. A
late fee of $10 per quarter-hour per child will
be assessed for late pickups. Child-care services hours are:
Thursday, June 30 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Friday, July 1 Closed
Saturday, July 2 8:30 am to noon and 12:45 to 5:30 pm
Sunday, July 3 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Monday, July 4 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Tuesday, July 5 8:30 am to
12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm and
Banquet, July 5 6:30 pm to
30 minutes after the banquet ends
Note 7: Divisions, Committees, and Groups: The
Federation carries on its business through the
affiliated divisions, committees, and groups listed below:
DIVISIONS:
Amateur Radio, NFB: Rachel Olivero (AD9O), President
Assistive Technology Trainers: Nancy Coffman, President
Communities of Faith, National Association of the Blind in: Tom Anderson,
President
Computer Science, NFB in: Curtis Chong, President
Community Service, NFB: Darian Smith, President
Deaf-Blind: Alice Eaddy, President
Diabetes Action Network for the Blind: Michael Freeman, President
Human Services: Merry Schoch, President
Educators, National Organization of Blind: Cayte Mendez, President
Guide Dog Users, National Association of: Marion Gwizdala, President
Krafters, NFB: Joyce Kane, President
Lawyers, National Association of Blind: Scott LaBarre, President
Merchants, National Association of Blind: Nicky Gacos, President
National Association to Promote the Use of Braille: Steve Booth, President
Office Professionals, National Association of Blind: Lisa Hall, President
Parents of Blind Children, National Organization of: Kim Cunningham, President
Performing Arts: Julie McGinnity, President
Professionals in Blindness Education, National
Organization of: Eric Guillory, President
Public Employees: Ivan Weich, President
Rehabilitation Professionals, National
Association of Blind: Melody Roane, President
Science and Engineering: John Miller, President
Seniors, NFB: Ruth Sager, President
Sports and Recreation: Lisamaria Martinez, President
Students, National Association of Blind: Sean Whalen, President
United Blind Industrial Workers of America: Sandy Halverson, President
Writers: Eve Sanchez, President
Veterans, National Association of Blind: Dwight Sayer, President
COMMITTEES:
Ambassadors: Dan Burke, Chairperson
Automobile and Pedestrian Safety: Maurice Peret, Chairperson
Autonomous Vehicles and Innovations in
Transportation: Sachin Pavithran, Chairperson
Blind Educator of the Year Award: Edward Bell, Chairperson
Blind Federal Employees: Ronza Othman, Chairperson
Cash and Caring: Ramona Walhof, Chairperson
Communications: Corbb O'Connor, Chairperson
Distinguished Educator of Blind Children Award: Carla McQuillan, Chairperson
Employment: Dick Davis, Chairperson
Empower Underserved Populations: Ron Brown, Chairperson
Genetic Education: Ronit Ovadia Mazzoni, Chairperson
Imagination Fund: Everette Bacon, Chairperson
Jacobus tenBroek Award: Marc Maurer, Chairperson
Jacobus tenBroek Memorial Fund: James Brown, Chairperson
Kenneth Jernigan Fund: Allen Harris, Chairperson
Library Services: David Hyde and Marci Carpenter, Co-Chairpersons
Membership: Jeannie Massay, Chairperson
Newel Perry Award: Allen Harris, Chairperson
PAC Plan: Scott LaBarre, Chairperson
Promotion, Evaluation, and Advancement of Technology: Mark Jones,
Chairperson
Public Relations: Chris Danielsen, Chairperson
Research and Development: Rachel Olivero and Chancey Fleet,
Co-Chairpersons
Resolutions: Sharon Maneki, Chairperson
Scholarship: Patti Gregory-Chang, Chairperson
Shares Unlimited in NFB (SUN): Sandy Halverson, Chairperson
Spanish Translation: Conchita Hernandez, Chairperson
White Cane and Affiliate Finance: Alpidio Rolón, Chairperson
GROUPS:
Blind Cancer Survivors Support: Isaiah Nelson, Chairperson
Blind Musicians: Linda Mentink, Chairperson
Blind Parents: Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson
Blind Professional Journalists: Elizabeth Campbell and Bryan Bashin,
Co-Chairpersons
Careers in Automotive Related Specialties: Marcus Simmons, Chairperson
Legislative Initiatives: Don Burns, Chairperson
Living History: Michael Freholm, Chairperson
NFB in Judaism: David Stayer, Chairperson
NFB Lions: Ramona Walhof and Milton Ota, Co-Chairpersons
Orientation and Mobility: Edward Bell, Chairperson
Piano Technology: Don Mitchell, Chairperson
Travel and Tourism: Amy Baron, President
Webmasters: Gary Wunder, Chairperson
NAVIGATING THE HOTEL
(Adapted from an article by Mary Ellen Jernigan
in the May 2011 Braille Monitor)
In recent years I have written a description of
the layout of the convention hotel. Although I
have tried, I haven’t been able to come up with
an image as memorable as “a high top tennis shoe
lying on its side” to picture the footprint of
the hotel. Nor can I speak easily in terms of
north, south, east, and west, because if you were
to walk in the front door with compass in hand
(which I did), you would find that you were
heading not south, not east, or even southeast,
but a little east of southeast120 degrees to be exact.
The first thing to understand about the hotel is
that the meeting rooms are located in an area
that is totally separate from the part of the
hotel that contains the sleeping rooms. The
sleeping room elevators do not go to the meeting
room levels. This means that the starting place
to find any meeting room is always the main lobby.
When you have come in the front door, the hotel
registration desk is located to your left along
the same wall as the front door. Directly across
from the front door toward the far side of the
lobby you will find the Birdcage. The Birdcage is
a tall, free-standing structure about three feet
across filled with colorful, chirping, tropical
birds, and is used by hotel staff and guests
alike as a major landmark and meeting place. Just
beyond the Birdcage is a balcony railing
overlooking the level below. Since the odd
compass orientation of the hotel makes speaking
of facing, turning, or walking north, south,
east, or west not particularly meaningful, I will
use the following terms in describing the lobby:
front door side of the lobby, balcony side of the
lobby, facing the balcony, facing the front door, and standing at the Birdcage.
There are two sets of elevators in the main
lobby. One set serves the lobby level, the lower
lobby level, and floors 1 through 10. These
elevators are located inside of a short,
free-standing elevator corridor, which is
perpendicular to and directly across from the
hotel check-in desk. The corridor has an opening
at both endsone end opening toward the hotel
check-in desk, and the other end opening toward
the balcony side of the lobby. If you turn right
as you exit the elevator corridor at the balcony
end of the corridor, you will be heading directly toward the Birdcage.
The second set of elevators serves the lobby
level, the lower lobby level, and floors 10
through 14. To find this set of elevators from
the front door, cross the lobby to the Birdcage
(at this point you will be facing the balcony
rail overlooking the lower level) and turn right,
walking until you dead end at a display case
outside of the entrance to the Cala Bella
restaurant. The elevators are now immediately on your right.
The numbering system for the sleeping rooms is
based on the floor and the wing in which the room
is located, with the floor number given first
followed by the wing designation and then the
room number. On each sleeping room floor as you
leave the elevator area there is a tactile
placard on the wall giving a diagram of the wing
layout. The letters and numbers can be read tactilely.
If you are standing at the Birdcage facing the
balcony rail, the staircase leading down to the
lower level will be to your right along the
balcony rail. Farther to your right is the fine
dining Italian bistro Cala Bella. If you are
facing the balcony rail and turn left at the
Birdcage you will be walking along the balcony
side of the lobby. You would pass the opening
into the 1 to 10 elevator corridor on your left,
and then continuing on you would find the
concierge on your right. Immediately beyond the
concierge’s desk is a small single elevator which
serves only the lobby level, the lower lobby
level, and sleeping rooms located on the third
floor. Just beyond this elevator are the
entrances into the spa and fitness center. In
this corner of the lobby you will also find men’s
and women’s restrooms and a staircase leading to
the third floor sleeping rooms.
Located on the lower level of the lobby is the
large Café Osceola, which is open for breakfast,
lunch, and dinner, offering both buffets and á la
carte menu options. Also on this level is the 18
Monroe Street Market. This market is open 24
hours a day and is a combination of convenience
store and quick-service restaurant. The
restaurant part of the operation opens at 6:30 am
and continues well into the evening, offering hot
and cold deli-style sandwiches, salads, pizza,
hot entrées and desserts either for dine-in or
take-out to your room or the outside eating area
near the pools. This is a large area containing tables and chairs.
The hotel swimming pools and hot tubs, outdoor
function space, and recreation areas, and the
Cat-Tails Pool Bar & Grille are all accessed from
the lower lobby level. All of this outdoor space is located on the rear side.
Outside on the front entrance side at the lobby
level is a stand-alone facility housing a
restaurant called A Land Remembered, open for
dinner only. As you leave the hotel, a long
covered walkway to the right of the front entrance leads to A Land Remembered.
MEETING SPACE
The meeting space is connected to the main lobby
and sleeping room section by a wide passageway
accessed only from the lobby level. Standing at
the Birdcage facing the front door side of the
hotel, walking forward across the lobby, and
making a left turn just before going out the
front door places you at the entrance to the
passageway connecting the lobby and meeting
space. Or if you are coming into the hotel
through the front door, making a right turn
immediately after passing the bell stand will
place you at the entrance to this passageway.
Along both sides of the passageway are
restaurants and shops. Walking toward the meeting
space, the first thing on your left will be
Smoooth Java, a full-service coffee bar featuring
Starbucks coffees; followed by Headwaters Lounge,
which serves appetizers, salads, and sandwiches,
as well as beverages; and finally the Banrai
Sushi restaurant. The right side of the
passageway as you walk toward the meeting space
has a guest services counter where you can obtain
tickets and transportation to various local
attractions or arrange for an Enterprise rental
car, followed by a number of retail shops, as
well as the Tobias Flats & Watering Hole, serving
soups, salads, grilled flatbread sandwiches, and
desserts. New since our last visit is Mi Casa
Tequila Taqueria, serving guacamole prepared
tableside, a variety of Mexican dishes, and specialty margaritas.
After passing by the retail shops and eateries,
you come to a large rotunda, which serves as the
entryway to the hotel’s meeting space sometimes
referred to as the “Convention Center.”
Continuing straight ahead, crossing the Rotunda
to the far side, you will find a wide, short
flight of steps leading up to Level 2 of the
meeting space. At the base of the steps to the
right and the left are escalators and staircases
leading down to Level 1 of the meeting space. The
escalator and staircase on your right take you to
the Panzacola-Sebastian wing of the meeting space
on Level 1. All of our meetings and activities on
Level 1 are in the Panzacola-Sebastian wing. The
escalator and staircase on your left lead to the
Gatlin wing of the Level 1 meeting space. A small
escalator located to the right of the steps also
leads up to Level 2 of the meeting space.
None of our meetings or activities takes place in
the Gatlin wing. Should you go down that
escalator or staircase on your left, you cannot
get to our meeting space in the
Panzacola-Sebastian wing except by coming back up
to the Rotunda and taking the other escalator or
staircase leading to the Panzacola-Sebastian wing.
With respect to the escalator and staircase, the
staircase is located between the up escalator and
the down escalator. A small elevator also serves
the meeting space in the Panzacola-Sebastian wing
on Level 1, the Rotunda, and the meeting space on
Level 2. Please note that there is also a small
elevator that goes from Level 2 to the Rotunda
and to the Gatlin wing on Level 1. This means
that should you happen to take the Gatlin wing
elevator from Level 2, you would need to get off
at the Rotunda. Remember, if you end up in the
Gatlin wing (either by taking the wrong elevator,
the wrong staircase, or the wrong escalator), you
need to return to the Rotunda to get to the
Panzacola-Sebastian wing. Level 2 of the meeting
space is also served by two short escalators
going only between the Rotunda and Level 2the
down escalator being found near the small
elevator serving the Panzacola-Sebastian wing,
and the up escalator being found near the small
elevator serving the Gatlin wing.
If you continue straight ahead after you reach
the top of the short flight of steps leading to
Level 2, you enter a corridor containing the ten
Wekiwa meeting rooms. These rooms are along both
sides of the corridor with 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 on
the right, and 10, 9, 8, 7, and 6 on the left.
If at the top of the steps you were to turn left
and continue walking until you cannot go farther
and then turn right, you enter a corridor
containing the eleven Suwannee meeting rooms.
These rooms are along both sides of the corridor
with 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 on the right side,
and 21, 20, 19, 18, 17, and 16 on the left. There
are restrooms just ahead of you before you make
the right turn into the Suwannee meeting room corridor.
Also located on Level 2 are the St. John’s
meeting rooms, but we do not use the St. John’s rooms for any of our meetings.
The General Sessions, the Board meeting, the
Banquet, the Exhibit Hall and Independence
Market, Registration and Preregistration,
Resolutions Committee meeting, and a number of
our other activities and meetings are located on
Level 1 in the Panzacola-Sebastian wing. The
Panzacola-Sebastian wing contains the Panzacola
Ballroom and the Sebastian Ballroomboth of which
divide up into many smaller meeting room
sections. The names of the sections of the
Panzacola Ballroom begin with F, G, or H. The
sections of the Sebastian Ballroom begin with I, J, K, or L.
As you enter the Panzacola-Sebastian wing from
the escalator, staircase, or small elevator you
are entering an L-shaped passageway. As you
continue walking straight ahead, you are walking
along the short arm of the ‘L.’ The Panzacola
meeting rooms F-4, F-3, F-2, and F-1 (in that
order) will be on your left. There will be no
rooms on your right. This short arm of the ‘L’ is
about 200 feet long and ends at the Panzacola
registration counter. (We are not using the
Panzacola registration counter, but it is a good
landmark to use to find the intersection of the
long and short arms of the ‘L.’) Turning left at
the Panzacola registration counter, you enter the
very long (about 500 feet) arm of the ‘L.’ Along
the left side of the long arm of the ‘L’
passageway (also known as the Panzacola-Sebastian
Pre-function area) will be entryways (in this
order) to the Panzacola G and H rooms and the
Sebastian I, J, K, and L rooms. Along the right
side of the passageway are glass doors and
windows to the outside of the hotel, restrooms,
and the Sebastian registration counter.
Preregistration on Friday, July 1, will be at the
Sebastian registration counter. Registration on
Friday, July 1, for those who have not
preregistered, will be farther down the ‘L,’
beyond the Sebastian registration counter. Later
in the week, all registration will be at the
Sebastian registration counter. During much of
the convention, the hotel plans to offer
buffet-type fast food service (quick breakfasts,
beverages, soups, sandwiches, salads, chips, and
perhaps some hot entrées) in the Panzacola-Sebastian Pre-function area.
General Sessions will be held in Sebastian I and
J. The Exhibit Hall will be in Sebastian K and L,
which is the last section of the Sebastian
Ballroom at the very far end of the 500-foot
passageway. Doors across the far end of the
passageway lead outside to the event parking lot.
Exiting these doors and turning right will lead to another dog relief area.
As I bring this article to a close, I offer one
final navigation tip. If after studying this
material you remember only one thingit should be
this: To go to any meeting of any kind from
inside the hotel you must get yourself to the Rotunda.
See you at the Rotunda!
Thank You.
The National Federation of the Blind acknowledges
with gratitude our convention sponsors listed below. Their messages follow.
Elite Champions:
Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Platinum:
Cardtronics, Inc.
Delta Air Lines
Google, Inc.
Oracle
Target
UPS
VFO (Freedom Scientific/Optelec)
Gold:
Brown, Goldstein & Levy, LLP
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Market Development Group, Inc.
Microsoft
Sprint
Uber Technologies, Inc.
Silver:
<a href="http://amazon.com">Amazon.com</a>, Inc.
AT&T
Dropbox, Inc.
HumanWare
Pearson
Bronze:
Facebook
IBM
National Industries for the Blind
VitalSource Technologies
White Cane:
Ai Squared
BAUM (USA) Inc.
HIMS, Inc.
Learning Ally
OrCam
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<mailto:<a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">sprintaccessibility at sprint.com</a>><a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">sprintaccessibility at sprint.com.</a>
Fine print: **Monthly charges exclude taxes &
Sprint Surcharges [incl. USF charge of up to
17.9% (varies quarterly), up to $2.50 Admin. &
40¢ Reg. /line/mo. & fees by area (approx. 5
-20%)]. Surcharges are not taxes. See
<a href="http://sprint.com/taxesandfees">sprint.com/taxesandfees</a>. Activ. Fee: Up to
$30/line. Credit approval req. Blind/Low Vision
Custom Plan: Offer ends 07/07/16. Customer may be
asked to certify their blind or low vision
eligibility for this plan. Includes unlimited
domestic Long Distance calling, texting and
2G/mo./line on-network data allowance. Add’l
data: 1.5¢/MB. Third-party content/downloads are
add’l charge. Third-party content/downloads are
add’l charge. Int’l svcs are not included.
Pricing may vary for existing customers. For
discounted phones, an additional $20.00/mo./line
applies. Prohibited network use rules apply. See
<a href="http://sprint.com/termsandconditions">sprint.com/termsandconditions</a>. Usage Limitations:
To improve data experience for the majority of
users, throughput may be limited, varied or
reduced on the network. Sprint may terminate
service if off-network roaming usage in a month
exceeds: (1) 800 min. or a majority of min.; or
(2) 300MB or a majority of KB. Prohibited network
use rules apply–see
<a href="http://sprint.com/termsandconditions">sprint.com/termsandconditions</a>. Other Terms:
Offers and coverage not available everywhere or
for all phones/networks. No discounts apply.
Restrictions apply. See <a href="http://www.sprint.com/accessnow">www.sprint.com/accessnow</a>
for details. © 2016 Sprint. All rights reserved.
Sprint and the logo are trademarks of Sprint.
Other marks are the property of their respective owners.
Target ad: Target for all. At Target, we believe
everyone should be able to easily shop at
<a href="http://target.com">Target.com</a> and in our stores. We want to learn
from you. Come meet the members of the Target
Digital Accessibility Team. Demo our digital
experiences, give us feedback, and pick up some
swag. Room Suwannee 21. Friday, July 1,
1:30-8:30PM. Sunday, July 3, 6:00-9:00PM. Learn
more
<<a href="http://www.target.com/accessibility">http://www.target.com/accessibility</a>><a href="http://target.com/accessibility">Target.com/accessibility</a>.
Contact us <mailto:<a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">accessibility at target.com</a>><a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnet-members-list_nfbnet.org">accessibility at target.com.</a>
Uber ad: Uber. Uber is committed to changing the
way the world moves, driving economic opportunity
and ensuring reliable access to transportation,
for everyone, everywhere. Uber is proud to
sponsor the National Federation of the Blind.
<<a href="http://www.uber.com">http://www.uber.com</a>><a href="http://www.uber.com">www.uber.com</a>.
UPS ad: Supporting great causes: a commitment
that’s as much a part of UPS as our brown trucks.
UPS is proud to support the National Federation
of the Blind and the National Convention. <<a href="http://www.ups.com">http://www.ups.com</a>><a href="http://ups.com">ups.com</a>.
Vanda Pharmaceuticals ad: Vanda Pharmaceuticals
is dedicated to raising awareness of Non-24-Hour
Sleep-Wake Disorder (Non-24) and supporting the
blindness community. Non-24 is a rare circadian
rhythm disorder affecting up to 70% of people who
are totally blind. People living with Non-24
experience excessive daytime sleepiness and
nighttime sleeplessness, which leads to impaired
social and occupational functioning. This is due
to the misalignment between the internal master
body clock and the 24-hour day. Come visit us at
our booth to learn about Non-24 and sign up for
additional information! Call a health educator
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every day. Visit us online at <<a href="http://www.non-24.com">http://www.non-24.com</a>><a href="http://www.non-24.com">www.non-24.com</a>.
VFO ad: Discover what’s new from Freedom
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Program: JAWS, OpenBook, and MAGic – less than
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Vitalsource ad: Vitalsource. Learning Matters.
What’s on your Bookshelf? Our Bookshelf
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</div></div></div><div><br><br>Jim McCollum<div>Legislative Co-ordinator</div><div>National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut</div><div><a href="mailto:j.mccollum64@comcast.net">j.mccollum64@comcast.net</a></div><div>860-581-0430</div><div>Sent from my iPhone</div></div></body></html>