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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><h3><b>Convention Resolutions :</b><o:p></o:p></h3><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The national convention is coming soon! Our Resolutions Committee, chaired by Donald Porterfield, is currently accepting proposed resolutions for the convention to consider. Proposed resolutions should be emailed to the committee at </span><a href="mailto:resolutions@nfb.org"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>resolutions@nfb.org</span></a><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>. Don’t forget, the deadline for submitting a resolution is Sunday, June 8, at midnight, eastern. Donald published a </span><a href="https://nfb.org/blog/resolutions-101-way-drive-external-change"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>blog post on the topic of writing resolutions</span></a><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>, so be sure to check it out as you prepare to submit yours. </span><o:p></o:p></p><h3><b> </b><o:p></o:p></h3><h3><b>Reminder: Register and Book Hotel for National Convention:</b><o:p></o:p></h3><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> registration for the 2025 National Federation of the Blind </span><a href="https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>National Convention</span></a><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>, July 8-13, in New Orleans. Register now, because prices go up if you register on site in New Orleans. Registration includes the biggest event of the year, access to the event app, and communications on the latest news and events. If you haven’t already, Reserve your room by calling 888-236-2427 for the Marriott or 855-516-1090 for the Sheraton New Orleans. Ask for the “National Federation of the Blind 2025 Convention” block. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><h3><b>National Federation of the Blind National Convention Career Fair:</b><o:p></o:p></h3><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;background:white'><span lang=EN style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Join us for the National Federation of the Blind National Convention Career Fair on July 9, 1:00–4:00 p.m., Central. Hosted by the National Employment Committee, this event is an opportunity for blind and low-vision people seeking jobs to connect with employers and is an opportunity for employers to seek more talent for their teams. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/programs-services/employment/career-fair-jobseeker-registration"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>National Convention Jobseeker Registration </span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;background:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&action=preview&id=621"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>National Convention Employer Registration </span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;background:white'><span lang=EN style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;background:white'><span lang=EN style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>To prepare jobseekers and employers, the Employment Committee will be hosting “Getting Career-Fair Ready: For Jobseekers and Employers,” virtual seminars designed to provide strategies for creating the most positive experience while attending the fair. Individuals will automatically be registered for these events once they have registered for the career fair. For more information on the career fair or virtual seminars, please contact Charles Bennett, jobseeker liaison, at </span><span style='color:black'><a href="mailto:cbennett@cocenter.org"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>cbennett@cocenter.org</span></a></span><span class=MsoHyperlink><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>, or </span></span><span lang=EN style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Kris Colcock, employer liaison, at </span><span style='color:black'><a href="mailto:Kris@colcok.com"><span lang=EN style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Kris@colcok.com</span></a></span><span lang=EN style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><h3><b>Career Quest at National Convention:</b><o:p></o:p></h3><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Join us for the National Federation of the Blind Career Quest Program, an exclusive weeklong program held during the NFB National Convention. This dynamic program is designed for blind and low-vision students eager to explore career opportunities, gain hands-on experience with access technology, and develop valuable professional connections. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>If you're ready to take charge of your future, connect with mentors, and expand your career horizons, this program is for you! Learn more about </span><a href="https://nfb.org/programs-services/employment/career-quest/application"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Career Quest</span></a><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> and complete the </span><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=38142&qid=11127342"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Career Quest Interest Application</span></a><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> to learn more and secure your spot today.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Please direct all questions to Employment Program Coordinator, Nikki Jackson at </span><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=38143&qid=11127342"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>njackson@nfb.org</span></a><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>, or 410-659-9314, extension 2404.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Shara Winton<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>President, National federation of the Blind of Massachusetts<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="http://www.nfbma.org/"><span style='color:#0563C1'>www.nfbma.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="mailto:sharawinton@gmail.com"><span style='color:#0563C1'>sharawinton@gmail.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>617-304-0347<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>