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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Hello again Federation Family, <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>I am resending the message from Marchele Davis, our Chapter President regarding the invitation to our chapter meeting this Saturday in case anyone has difficulty opening the attachment. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Once again we hope that you all will join us. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Celebrate Black History Month with the NFB of CT Southern Chapter<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>Greetings Southern Chapter and the<b> </b>NFB of CT Affiliate Members,<b><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>We, the NFB of CT Southern Chapter are excited to invite you to a special gathering as we come together to celebrate Black History Month. This is more than just a meeting; it's a heartfelt tribute to the rich heritage, achievements, and contributions of Black individuals, seen through the unique lens of our experiences as blind members.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Blindness does not limit our ability to reflect, learn, and celebrate. In fact, it strengthens our bond as we find innovative ways to connect, share, and uplift one another. This month, we will highlight the voices of Black leaders, who currently have shaped and inspired change within both the blind community and the broader society. We will have two guest Speakers who are<b> </b>dynamic individuals that will share their personal journeys, insights, and the impact of Black leaders in their lives.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>First presenter will be Marilyn Green who has risen to prominence in the National Federation of the Blind. Elected to the National Board of Directors in July of 2023.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>We will have Ron Brown who will be our second guest speaker. He also is the immediate past 2<sup>nd</sup> vice president of the National Federation of the Blind and is the immediate past president of the National Federation of the Blind of Indiana of which he has been a proud member for more than 40 years!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>We will start our meeting by conducting our chapter business first at 12pm, followed by a presentation at 1PM by our guest presenters who were invited by yours truly, Marchele Davis, Southern Chapter President.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Here is the information to come together: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Phone: 425-436-6349<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Access Code: 2232614<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Look forward to joining together soon!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>All My Best, <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>NFB Of CT Southern Chapter President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Marchele Davis <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>203-314-5298 <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-ligatures:none'>Veronica Alston <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-ligatures:none'>NFB Southern Chapter Secretary and affiliate board member <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-ligatures:none'><a href="mailto:veronicalalston@gmail.com">veronicalalston@gmail.com</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-ligatures:none'>203-747-0179 <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>