[Faith-Talk] Copyright Privileges & Content Provided By Presenters

[sarah at sarahblakelarose.com]

Hi Alan.
I think it would be helpful to take this discussion with the presenters out of email in order to assist them in understanding what is being requested. Written communication can be difficult to use for situations like this. They may be viewing this type of accommodation as a broadcasting situation and thus imposing a licensing restriction. Sadly, it may not be possible to get around it if they continue to resist. Is your committee dedicated to having this presenter?


Sarah Blake LaRose, D.Min.
sarah at sarahblakelarose.com
http://www.sarahblakelarose.com

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From: Faith-Talk <faith-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Linda Mentink via Faith-Talk
Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2026 9:08 PM
To: Allen via Faith-Talk <faith-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Linda Mentink <lmentink7360 at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Faith-Talk] Copyright Privileges & Content Provided By Presenters

Hi Allen,

You might contact David Gibbs, Jr., at ChristianLaw.org. I hope he can help you.

Blessings,

Linda


On Feb 12, 2026 11:07 AM, Allen via Faith-Talk <faith-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
>                This question/situation is not specifically with 
> regards to persons impacted by blindness, but it does impact 
> individuals impacted by disability; however, would appreciate any 
> recommendations.  Here is the
> situation:
>
>                The denomination of which I am a member, hosts 
> bi-annual national-wide youth/student gatherings.  This event is 
> planned for the upcoming Summer - 2026.  This event draws some 3,00 - 
> 4,000 middle and high school students from across the US.
>
>                As part of this gathering there are large group 
> teaching and worship services in an arena environment, and one has 
> referred to some of these gatherings/rallies as likened to a "rock 
> concert".  Since students with various disabilities are invited, and 
> likely to attend, a sensory room has been recommended for those desiring to take advantage of such.
>
>                In discussion of the arrangements for this sensory 
> room, a request has been made to the event planners to provide some 
> live input to this sensory room; so that,  students requiring this 
> space would still be able - in part -  be able to participate in the 
> programming by hearing and/or seeing, what is being provided to the 
> entire assembly.  This request is being denied by the planners, based 
> on the statement that the presenters do not wish to have their 
> presentation offered in this manner based on "copyright" privileges.
>
>                The desire is not to record, retransmit, or distribute 
> the content in any form; but rather, to make the programming available 
> concurrent with their peers in a manner suitable to those who 
> desire/require so.  Would like to understand if there is a means to 
> remedy this situation, other than, just by a suggestion.  The request 
> has been made; but, there has been no cooperation to change their 
> position, or to address the presenters with a compromise.
>
>                To date, all communications have been by email, which 
> allows for further discussions to be ignored.  Welcome any suggestions 
> as what further can be done, and in a manner to obtain a appropriate 
> and legally permissible outcome.  Do desire to do so in a manner as 
> not to brake down bridges; but make such events mor inclusive for all  students.
>
> Thanks for your consideration,
>
> Allen
>
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