[Massachusetts-NFB] Presidential Release #538, May 2024 summary and link to Full Recording

[Hai Nguyen Ly]

May Presidential Release #538
This summary of the presidential release for May was composed using generative AI. 

1. **Spanish Interpretation Announcement**: The event begins with an announcement about the availability of Spanish interpretation services for attendees, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for a wider audience.

2. **Live the Life You Want is played to open the session.

3. **Introduction of President Riccobono**: President Riccobono is introduced by Pam Allen and he shares updates on recent activities, including meetings of the scholarship committee and center directors. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes, such as the weather and preparing for the Kentucky Derby.

4. **National Convention 2024 Announcement**: President Riccobono announces the upcoming National Convention in Orlando, Florida, which is two months away. He emphasizes the significance of this event for the federation and its members, including important information about our overflow hotels, the need for members to volunteer as ambassadors, how and when to submit resolutions, and the national convention career fair.

5. **Global Accessibility Awareness Day**: The celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day is mentioned, underlining the NFB's commitment to promoting accessibility and inclusivity in all aspects of society.

6. **Voting Accessibility**: A major focus of the release is on the importance of accessible voting for blind individuals. President Riccobono encourages members to report any barriers they encounter while voting in the primary elections and in the general election in November. 

7. President Riccobono also shares information about our “Dream Big: Give $25 Drive” and the chance for those who contribute to win a Monarch (a Braille and tactile graphic display), a new official and accessible Rubik’s Cube (developed in partnership with the Federation was also discussed.

8. **Acknowledgments and Personal Remarks**: President Riccobono expresses gratitude for the support received from members, mentions the passing of his father, and acknowledges the upcoming Mother's Day.

9. **Humorous Closing Remarks**: The event concludes with light-hearted jokes and a closing motivational statement about building the National Federation of the Blind, followed by contact information for the National Office.

Listen to the full recording on Youtube <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhqKFoT0eQE>.
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