[MN-at-Large] 2021 Spring Convention Agenda

Sat May 22 15:03:39 UTC 2021

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>2021 Semiannual Convention
>#NFBMN
>Saturday, May 22, 2021
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>The Convention Goes Virtual!
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>Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we will not be 
>able to meet in person again this year, but our 
>convention spirit is still vibrant and strong. 
>We will hear updates, discuss our future, engage 
>in fun activities, and conduct business
all from the comfort of our homes.
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>Please remember that you must be a current 
>member in order to cast a vote. Those wishing to 
>renew their dues can do so at 
><https://nfbmn.org/semiannual>https://nfbmn.org/semiannual
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>Connection information will be sent in a 
>separate email for those who have registered.
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>Accessing the Zoom Platform
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>Those wishing to join the convention via Zoom can do so in one of three ways:
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>    * By downloading the Windows or macOS Zoom 
> app, found at <http://www.zoom.us>http://www.zoom.us
>    * By downloading the mobile app from the App Store or Play Store
>    * By dialing in via the provided phone number, meeting ID, and password
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>Practicing Zoom Etiquette
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>To help things run smoothly, please keep the following in mind:
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>    * When not speaking, please be sure you are 
> muted so that your background noise isn’t 
> audible to everyone. To mute or unmute yourself:
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>        * Press *6 on the telephone
>        * Press ALT+A on the computer when inside the Zoom window
>        * Double-tap the mute icon on your phone app
>        * Press OPTION+COMMAND+A on a Mac
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>    * We will not be conducting business by raised hands.
>    * For those wishing to seek the floor, please do the following:
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>        * Unmute yourself
>        * Say your name
>        * Mute yourself
>        * Wait to be recognized by the facilitator.
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>Agenda
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>8:50           Platform Opens
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>We expect to have a high number of people in 
>attendance. In consideration of all the 
>participants, please be respectful in 
>conversation and share focus. During the 
>business portion of the meeting, participants will be muted.
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>We apologize that the usual doughnuts and coffee 
>are still not available, but participants are 
>encouraged to prepare a delicious breakfast ahead of time.
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>General Session
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>9:00       Call to Order and Welcome from Host Chapter
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>Dave Andrews, President, At Large Chapter
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>9:05       Logistics
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>Corbb O’Connor, Chair, NFBMN Tech Committee
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>9:10       Pro Tip #1
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>9:15       From Endless Seas to 10,000 Lakes: Why I am a Federationist
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>Yadiel Sotomayor, Member, Metro Chapter
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>9:30       Update from State Services for the Blind
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>Natasha Jerde, Director, Minnesota State Services for the Blind
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>9:45       Q&A
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>9:50       Pro Tip #2
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>9:55       Running the Relay
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>Jennifer Kennedy, Executive Director, Blindness: 
>Learning in New Dimensions, Inc.
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>10:20    Break
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>Breakout Sessions – 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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>Folding Fun: Accessible Origami
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>Lisamaria Martinez, Confidence Coach and Consultant, Union City, CA
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>Learn how blind people can participate in what 
>has long been considered a visual art, and try 
>out your own origami with a guided lesson. You 
>will need sheets of paper (rectangle or square) and a flat surface to work on.
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>Move, Connect, and Thrive: Accessible Yoga
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>Julie Hill, Certified Yoga Therapist, Littleton, CO
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>This class offers a more therapeutic approach to 
>supporting and nourishing your whole being. 
>Participants will move through basic yoga 
>postures, breath awareness and mindfulness in 
>this practice. Participants are asked to clear a 
>space on their floor and wear comfortable 
>clothes to move in. If possible, have a strap 
>(belt or scarf will work), a towel or blanket, a 
>block (paper towel roll will work) available  for the practice.
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>NFB Philosophy and Living the Lives we Want
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>Ryan Strunk, Facilitator
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>Our lives are full of interesting opportunities 
>to discuss the intersection of what we want from 
>life and how blindness may or may not be a 
>factor. If, instead of folding paper or folding 
>your body, you would like to fold your mind, 
>come discuss blindness philosophy with your fellow federationists.
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>Lunch Break – 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
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>General Session
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>1:00       Call to Order
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>1:05       Pro Tip #3
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>1:10       A Tale of Two Countries: How Advocacy 
>Moves the Needle for Disability Rights
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>Monica Wegner, Member, Metro Chapter
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>1:25       Sharing our Time and Talent with One Another
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>Judy Sanders, President, National Federation of 
>the Blind of Minnesota Senior Division
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>1:35       Building Community with Creativity and Fun
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>Samantha Flax, President, Minnesota Association of Blind Students
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>1:50       Mid-year Treasurer's report
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>Jennifer Dunnam, Treasurer, National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota
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>2:00       Election of Delegates to the National Convention
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>2:15       Discussion of the 2021 Walk for Opportunity
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>2:25       President’s Report
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>Ryan Strunk, President, National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota
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>2:40       Pledges to the TenBroek Fund
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>2:50       Adjourn
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>Breakout Sessions – 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
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>Minnesota Association of Blind Students Division Meeting
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>Samantha Flax, President
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>National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota Senior Division Meeting
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>Judy Sanders, President
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>Special Thanks
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>In these unprecedented times, we owe our deepest 
>gratitude to everyone who worked to bring this 
>convention together. Thank you to those who 
>coordinated electronic logistics, offered 
>suggestions and advice, and reached out to offer 
>help and support to all our members.
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>Even as we are physically separate, we have come 
>together in a new and inspiring way. We’ll see one another in person very soon.
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>About Us
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>The National Federation of the Blind of 
>Minnesota knows 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. 
>You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.
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>For more information about the National 
>Federation of the Blind of Minnesota, visit our 
>website at <http://www.nfbmn.org>www.nfbmn.org 
>or call us at (612) 872-9363. You can also 
>follow us on Twitter (@nfbmn) and find us on Facebook.
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>Ryan Strunk, President
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>Pronouns: he, him, his
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><http://www.nfb.org>www.nfb.org
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>www.nfbmn.org
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>(612) 872-9363
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>Live the life you Want.
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