[MD-Sligo] FW: Prepare for #NFB22—Thank You Sponsors!

Wed Jun 22 20:01:37 UTC 2022

This is open to those attending virtually, with some exhibit deals.

Debbie

From: National Federation of the Blind [mailto:webmaster at nfb.org] 
Sent: Wednesday, June 22, 2022 2:31 PM
To: Deborah Brown Sr. <deborahb14 at verizon.net>
Subject: Prepare for #NFB22—Thank You Sponsors!

Tour the Hall this Monday and Tuesday

The bags and boxes are not all packed just yet, but we are packing this convention with more. The National Convention of the National Federation of the Blind is two weeks away, and we are excited to host two preview events next week as part of NFB22 prep.

Get to Know the Sponsors!

We greatly appreciate the 2022 National Convention Sponsors <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26313&qid=7308688>  who support the work of the Federation. Join the sponsor showcase virtual preview on Monday, June 27 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Hear from each of the sponsors, what they offer, and how you can connect with them at the convention and beyond.

Join the Virtual Sponsor Showcase via Zoom

Monday, June 27 | 8:00 p.m. ET

*	Zoom via web: https://zoom.us/j/92969058502 <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26314&qid=7308688> 
*	One tap mobile: +13017158592,,92969058502#
*	Telephone: +1 301 715 8592
*	Webinar ID: 929 6905 8502
*	International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/ab0mDJDGKC <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26315&qid=7308688> 

Meet the Exhibitors

The exhibit hall is always a dynamic and exciting part of the national convention. This year, the exhibit hall will be located in the Napoleon Ballroom on the third floor of the Sheraton New Orleans. Review the exhibit hall hours and the full list of exhibitors <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26316&qid=7308688> . Join the exhibitor showcase virtual preview on Tuesday, June 28 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Learn about each exhibitor, what they will offer in the exhibit hall, and how you can connect with them if you won’t be attending in person.

Join the Virtual Exhibitor Showcase via Zoom

Tuesday, June 28 | 8:00 p.m. ET

*	Zoom via web: https://zoom.us/j/98430318608 <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26317&qid=7308688> 
*	One tap mobile: +13017158592,,98430318608#
*	Telephone: +1 301 715 8592
*	Webinar ID: 984 3031 8608
*	International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/auS6WeoLa <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26318&qid=7308688> 

Aira Support for National Convention COVID-19 Testing

Aira is providing access to their visual interpreting service at no cost to NFB22 attendees for the purpose of the 2022 National Convention COVID-19 testing protocols <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26319&qid=7308688> . Between July 2 and July 7, you are invited to call an Aira Agent who will assist with the completion of your COVID-19 at-home test, including sending a labeled photograph of the negative test result per the protocols. 

Please read Tips for Testing <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26320&qid=7308688>  in advance. It’s necessary to be an Aira Explorer to take advantage of this promotion, becoming an Explorer is quick and easy, and it’s free. Download the Aira app and try it for free <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26321&qid=7308688>  in three easy steps or refer to the Aira instructions <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26322&qid=7308688> .

Convention Reminders

*	The Give $20 Campaign <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26323&qid=7308688> —double your dollars now thanks to a generous matching contribution from HumanWare.
*	Join the discussion on the NFB22 Facebook Event Page <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26324&qid=7308688> . Please note: an account is needed to engage on the Facebook platform.
*	Disability rights attorneys will be available to discuss blindness discrimination concerns regarding employment, technology, education, voting, and more. Legal office hours will be held on Tuesday, July 5, and Wednesday, July 6, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Schedule your private twenty-minute appointment by emailing legal at nfb.org <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26325&qid=7308688> . Please request your appointment by June 24.
*	We are committed to delivering a safe and welcoming national convention experience as detailed in our 2022 National Convention Safety Protocols <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26326&qid=7308688> , our National Convention COVID-19 Testing Protocols <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26319&qid=7308688> , and the National Federation of the Blind Code of Conduct <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26327&qid=7308688> .
*	CrowdCompass information coming soon!

See You in New Orleans!

Share your excitement by posting on social media using the hashtag #NFB22. Follow the conversation, ask questions, and share fun expectations. More information can also be found at https://nfb.org/convention <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26328&qid=7308688> .

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