[Fabs] Fwd: [NABS-L] Attention: Announcing The 2023 NABS Pacific Regional Student Seminar!!!

[Elijah Grant]

Maybe the West Coast is the beat coast? Anyone interested in going?

Elijah Grant


The time is always right to do what is right --Martin Luther King Jr



On Fri, Mar 3, 2023, 9:54 AM Kinshuk Tella via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
wrote:

> NABS,
>
> In a city teeming with life… with an eclectic culture and thriving with
> art… brimming with luscious gardens and tumbling waterfalls…. blind
> students gather with a purpose—to form friendship and connection, family
> and community. Join us this spring, in the city of roses, in Portland,
> Oregon!!!
>
>
> The time has come! On behalf of the National Association of Blind Students
> Pacific Seminar Planning Committee and National Federation of the Blind of
> Oregon, I am incredibly excited to welcome you to the official announcement
> for the NABS 2023 Pacific Regional Student Seminar, “Capable and
> Confident”.
>
> When: May 19th - May 21st, 2023
>
> Where: Radisson Hotel Portland Airport: 6233 NE 78th Ct, Portland, OR 97218
> <
> https://www.google.com/maps/search/6233+NE+78th+Ct,+Portland,+OR+97218?entry=gmail&source=g
> >
>
>
>
> Confidence in ourselves and confidence in others shape almost every aspect
> of our lives, whether it be in our everyday social interactions or in our
> long-term career goals. Oftentimes, however, blind students are bogged down
> by low expectations from schools, workplaces, loved ones, and perhaps most
> consequentially, from within. No matter where you are in your journey, this
> seminar is all about 1) strengthening your foundation for self-confidence
> as a blind student through skill development and information sharing, 2)
> fostering confidence in blind peers by staying rooted in shared lived
> experiences, and 3) raising expectations/confidence of those who may not be
> allies of blind students yet. Throughout the weekend, you'll be part of an
> authentic community that values independence, competence, and self-love, as
> we engage with powerful speakers and impactful activities. You'll have the
> chance to network with peers and mentors who have redefined what it means
> to be blind and who will challenge you to do the same. This seminar is more
> than just about learning - it's about getting comfortable with the
> uncomfortable and challenging yourself to reach new heights.
>
> The registration link for our event is below, and we invite you to get
> registered anytime between now and the closing of our registration window
> on May 1st, 2023; however, we would like to point out just a few things
> before you let excitement get the best of you.
>
> Each attendee is responsible for a $100 registration fee, payable to the
> National Federation of the Blind of Oregon, which will cover meals
> throughout the weekend as well as administrative expenses necessary to
> support this event. We encourage you to proactively reach out to your
> vocational rehabilitation agency and/or National Federation of the Blind
> state affiliate to help offset this expense. This fee is due by the time
> registration closes on May 1st. Until we receive both your registration
> form response and this fee, your spot is not guaranteed. You can complete
> your payment at the below link:
>
> https://www.nfb-oregon.org/home/nabs/nabs_credit_tran.php
>
>  We will not be assigning roommates for this event. We are more than happy
> to support you in finding a roommate if you require assistance, which you
> can indicate on the registration form linked below; however, if you do not
> either take the initiative to procure a roommate or reach out for
> assistance, you will be responsible for the hotel expense of $109 +
> applicable taxes and fees for each night of the event. To reserve your
> room, please call the Radisson Hotel Portland Airport at (971) 361-3971,
> and mention the National Federation of the Blind for the seminar group
> rate.
>
>  Please take the time to get registered for the 2023 Pacific Student
> Seminar, using the link below, and let the excitement begin!
>
>  Registration Link: *https://forms.gle/FohGa7Xr846EPEvE8
> <https://forms.gle/FohGa7Xr846EPEvE8>*
>
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> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15ddjq141ltzStAj_t_HF635pG90G74aZM6cBR3O-BOM/edit
> >
>
>
> With Confidence,
>
>
> The Pacific Seminar Planning Committee
>
>
> [image: Google Form]
> 2023 NABS Pacific Seminar Registration
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> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15ddjq141ltzStAj_t_HF635pG90G74aZM6cBR3O-BOM/edit
> >
>
>
> --
> Kinshuk Tella
> He/Him/His
> 937-708-9930
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