<div dir="ltr"><div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:small">FYI about our NFB national convention in July. </div><br clear="all"></div><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div style="color:initial">Stacie </div><div style="color:initial"><br style="color:initial"></div><div style="color:initial">Stacie Leap </div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial">President, Greater Philadelphia Chapter &</span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial">President, Pennsylvania Organization of Blind Parents (POBP), </span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial">National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania </span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial"><br style="color:initial"></span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial"> </span><a href="mailto:stacie.leap@gmail.com" target="_blank">stacie.leap@gmail.com</a><span style="color:initial"> | 215-776-6741</span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial"><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/stacieleap" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></span></div><div style="color:initial"><br style="color:initial"></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="font-family:Calibri,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:18px;text-align:justify;color:initial">The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. We know 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. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.</span></div></div></div></div><br><br><div class="gmail_quote gmail_quote_container"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <strong class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">National Federation of the Blind</strong> <span dir="auto"><<a href="mailto:web@nfb.org">web@nfb.org</a>></span><br>Date: Fri, Mar 13, 2026 at 7:00\u202fPM<br>Subject: Convention Communications: Register Now<br>To: Sienh (Stacie) Leap <<a href="mailto:stacie.leap@gmail.com">stacie.leap@gmail.com</a>><br></div><br><br>
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<h1><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:24pt;color:black">Register for the Premier Event in the Blind Community</span></h1>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">2026 National Convention<br>
July 3\u20138<br>
Austin, Texas</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt"><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42253&qid=12354562" rel="nofollow" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">Register Now!</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to:</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">Network with thousands of blind people.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">Connect with leaders in the field of blindness.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">Learn about the latest technology and innovation.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">And much more.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">The convention is open to all. Our constitution states that only Federation members have the right to participate in decision-making regarding organizational policy. If you are not already a member, <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42254&qid=12354562" rel="nofollow" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">please connect with your state affiliate</a>.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:20pt;color:black">Register Today</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42253&qid=12354562" rel="nofollow" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now</a>! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:20pt;color:black">Virtual Experience Registration</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42267&qid=12354562" rel="nofollow" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience</a>.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:20pt;color:black">Book Your Hotel</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">The JW Marriott Austin will serve as our headquarters hotel for all convention events. The Austin Marriott Downtown will provide overflow space.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">Call 800-627-7468 and specify either the JW Marriott or the Austin Marriott Downtown, along with our room block code, BL1, to ensure you receive the convention room rate.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">The hotel rate is $139 per night for singles and doubles and $155 per night for triples and quads. Sales tax and a tourism fee total 19%. For more information, <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42256&qid=12354562" rel="nofollow" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">visit the Prepare for National Convention webpage</a>.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:20pt;color:black">About National Convention</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family:calibri,sans-serif;font-size:14pt;color:black">The National Federation of the Blind National Convention is the largest gathering of blind people in the world. It is the premier event for the blind community. It also serves as a governing body, democratically electing our leadership and establishing organizational priorities for the upcoming year. Learn more at <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42268&qid=12354562" rel="nofollow" style="color:blue;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">nfb.org/convention</a>.</span></p>
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