[NABS-L] excessible metronome
Lindsay Adair
queenlindsay1 at gmail.com
Thu Apr 26 00:48:45 UTC 2018
I am Lindsay Adair, and i am on your mailing list. I play the flute in
the high school band, and I am supposed to download a metronome app on
my phone. However, I do not know of any that might be accessible for a
blind person. Does anyone have an idea of a accessible metronome app I
could get? If so, will you please give me information about it? Thank
you.
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> 1. Re: Question about Jury Duty (Jason Polansky)
> 2. Re: Question about Jury Duty (kitty1488 at gmail.com)
> 3. Re: Question about Jury Duty (Vejas Vasiliauskas)
> 4. Question about jury duty selection (Sami Osborne)
> 5. Re: Question about Jury Duty (Justin Williams)
> 6. Re: Question about jury duty selection (Vejas Vasiliauskas)
> 7. Tonight, 8PM Eastern, Code of Conduct Call with President
> Mark Riccobono (Syed Rizvi)
> 8. Re: Question about jury duty selection (David Andrews)
> 9. Re: Question about jury duty selection (David Andrews)
> 10. Calling all SC Blind Students (Jennifer Bazer)
> 11. Re: Calling all SC Blind Students (Matthew Gip)
> 12. ONE WEEK AWAY! (Matthew Gip)
> 13. Re: Question about jury duty selection (Cory McMahon)
> 14. Presenting Solo with PowerPoint and Mixed Media using JAWS 18
> (Sarah Meyer)
> 15. CONFERENCE CALL - NABS Code of Conduct (Sunday, April 22, at
> 8pm eastern) (Sarah Meyer)
> 16. Re: Question about Jury Duty (kitty1488 at gmail.com)
> 17. Re: CONFERENCE CALL - NABS Code of Conduct (Sunday, April 22,
> at 8pm eastern) (Amy Sabo)
> 18. New NABS Group! (Veronica R Gaspa)
> 19. Re: New NABS Group! (chelsea peahl)
> 20. Re: New NABS Group! (Veronica R Gaspa)
> 21. Fwd: Special Call Via Learning Ally:Fwd: CSP Community Event:
> : Internships, Job Applications and Disability Disclosure
> (James Alan Boehm)
> 22. Re: New NABS Group! (Chris Nusbaum)
> 23. Re: New NABS Group! (Santiago H)
> 24. Re: CONFERENCE CALL - NABS Code of Conduct (Sunday, April 22,
> at 8pm eastern) (Rex Schuttler)
> 25. Re: New NABS Group! (Amy Sabo)
> 26. Re: New NABS Group!
> (Kathryn Webster, President, National Association of Blind Students)
> 27. Re: New NABS Group! (Mikayla Gephart)
> 28. Have you faced accessibility barriers in your Human Services
> field related internship? (Jonathan Franks)
> 29. Re: New NABS Group! (Donald Winiecki)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 05:03:49 -0700 (PDT)
> From: Jason Polansky <jpolansky.nfb at gmail.com>
> To: Vejas Vasiliauskas via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>,
> nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about Jury Duty
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> Message: 2
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 10:26:20 -0400
> From: kitty1488 at gmail.com
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about Jury Duty
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> Hi,
> I hate to burst your bubble, but when I went for jury duty they sent me
> hmme. Why, you ask? Simple. Video evidence. Since you cannot objectively
> view video evidence, you may be wasting your time. Just my experience,
> though. Your results may vary.
> Krista
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 2:47 AM, Vejas Vasiliauskas via NABS-L
>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>>
>> Hi All,
>> Hope you are having a great end to your semesters.
>> I got called in for jury duty for the first time recently. It will be for
>> next month. I'm very excited for this opportunity, especially since I will
>> have been done with school by then. I already registered and confirmed
>> that I will be there.
>> I was wondering how any of you have handled accommodations. I've been
>> given a number I can call to request accommodations and plan to call it.
>> I'd like to ask to have someone help me navigate the building, which I
>> won't have proper time to orient around. I'm also thinking of asking that
>> anything printed be ganden in an accessible format, either Braille or
>> electronic. Do these requests sound reasonable? What have you all asked
>> for?
>> Thanks.
>> Sincerely,
>> Vejas Vasiliauskas
>> Secretary and Treasurer of the California Association of Blind Students
>> Phone: 3102653949
>> Email: alpineimagination at gmail.com
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> Message: 3
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 07:37:13 -0700
> From: Vejas Vasiliauskas <alpineimagination at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about Jury Duty
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> Hi Krista,
> Thank you so much for sharing your experience.
> Had you alerted anyone beforehand that you were blind?
> Thanks,
> Vejas Vasiliauskas
> Secretary and Treasurer of the California Association of Blind Students
> Phone: 3102653949
> Email: alpineimagination at gmail.com
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On 22 Apr 2018, at 07:26, Krista via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> Hi,
>> I hate to burst your bubble, but when I went for jury duty they sent me
>> hmme. Why, you ask? Simple. Video evidence. Since you cannot objectively
>> view video evidence, you may be wasting your time. Just my experience,
>> though. Your results may vary.
>> Krista
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 2:47 AM, Vejas Vasiliauskas via NABS-L
>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>> Hi All,
>>> Hope you are having a great end to your semesters.
>>> I got called in for jury duty for the first time recently. It will be for
>>> next month. I'm very excited for this opportunity, especially since I
>>> will have been done with school by then. I already registered and
>>> confirmed that I will be there.
>>> I was wondering how any of you have handled accommodations. I've been
>>> given a number I can call to request accommodations and plan to call it.
>>>
>>> I'd like to ask to have someone help me navigate the building, which I
>>> won't have proper time to orient around. I'm also thinking of asking that
>>> anything printed be ganden in an accessible format, either Braille or
>>> electronic. Do these requests sound reasonable? What have you all asked
>>> for?
>>> Thanks.
>>> Sincerely,
>>> Vejas Vasiliauskas
>>> Secretary and Treasurer of the California Association of Blind Students
>>> Phone: 3102653949
>>> Email: alpineimagination at gmail.com
>>> _______________________________________________
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> Message: 4
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 11:22:00 -0400
> From: Sami Osborne <sami.j.osborne97 at gmail.com>
> To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org, blindtlk at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [NABS-L] Question about jury duty selection
> Message-ID: <5adca8d5.1c69fb81.7df6a.73e4 at mx.google.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1; format=flowed
>
> Hi all,
>
> So I just saw a thread on the NABS list regarding jury duty and
> accommodations. That thread has honestly got me wondering,
> because I'm 20 years old and haven't been called yet. Does
> anyone know what are the factors in determining who is selected
> for jury duty? Though I guess being disabled doesn't exempt you
> from it.
>
> I hope to get an answer to this question soon.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Sami
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 5
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 11:23:55 -0400
> From: "Justin Williams" <justin.williams2 at gmail.com>
> To: "'National Association of Blind Students mailing list'"
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about Jury Duty
> Message-ID: <002f01d3da4d$ef2d0b80$cd872280$@gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>
> When I was called for jury duty, I served on a jury.
> Justin
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: NABS-L [mailto:nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Krista via
> NABS-L
> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 10:26 AM
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: kitty1488 at gmail.com
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about Jury Duty
>
> Hi,
> I hate to burst your bubble, but when I went for jury duty they sent me
> hmme. Why, you ask? Simple. Video evidence. Since you cannot objectively
> view video evidence, you may be wasting your time. Just my experience,
> though. Your results may vary.
> Krista
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 2:47 AM, Vejas Vasiliauskas via NABS-L
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>>
>> Hi All,
>> Hope you are having a great end to your semesters.
>> I got called in for jury duty for the first time recently. It will be for
> next month. I'm very excited for this opportunity, especially since I will
> have been done with school by then. I already registered and confirmed that
> I will be there.
>> I was wondering how any of you have handled accommodations. I've been
> given a number I can call to request accommodations and plan to call it.
>> I'd like to ask to have someone help me navigate the building, which I
> won't have proper time to orient around. I'm also thinking of asking that
> anything printed be ganden in an accessible format, either Braille or
> electronic. Do these requests sound reasonable? What have you all asked
> for?
>> Thanks.
>> Sincerely,
>> Vejas Vasiliauskas
>> Secretary and Treasurer of the California Association of Blind Students
>> Phone: 3102653949
>> Email: alpineimagination at gmail.com
>> _______________________________________________
>> NABS-L mailing list
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> Message: 6
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 08:38:22 -0700
> From: Vejas Vasiliauskas <alpineimagination at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about jury duty selection
> Message-ID: <46CE47BF-5E6D-451A-8468-0A8A864CEB9A at gmail.com>
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>
> Hi Sami,
> That was my thread.
> I'm 21, and was very surprised about the fact that I hadn't been summoned
> until recently.
> I think it is just a random selection based on people who are registered to
> vote.
> Also, I don't think the people who summon us to jury duty have any knowledge
> of our disabilities. My jury duty notice only came in print, and as mail
> goes to my house instead of my school, my mom read it to me and gave me the
> relevant information. There is a number that I will be calling if I want
> accommodation... so I really don't think they would know about it unless you
> called. So asking for accommodtion is solely the responsibility of the
> person receiving the notice.
> Also keep in mind that, as Jason said in the other thread, you can ask for
> an excuse. You can also have it postponed. It just so happens that my time
> there would be when I had just gotten out of school and before any plans
> I'll have away from home.
> Vejas Vasiliauskas
> Secretary and Treasurer of the California Association of Blind Students
> Phone: 3102653949
> Email: alpineimagination at gmail.com
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On 22 Apr 2018, at 08:22, Sami Osborne via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> Hi all,
>>
>> So I just saw a thread on the NABS list regarding jury duty and
>> accommodations. That thread has honestly got me wondering, because I'm 20
>> years old and haven't been called yet. Does anyone know what are the
>> factors in determining who is selected for jury duty? Though I guess being
>> disabled doesn't exempt you from it.
>>
>> I hope to get an answer to this question soon.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Sami
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> NABS-L mailing list
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>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 7
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 11:01:01 -0500
> From: Syed Rizvi <syedrizvinfb at gmail.com>
> To: nabs-l <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: [NABS-L] Tonight, 8PM Eastern, Code of Conduct Call with
> President Mark Riccobono
> Message-ID:
> <CAAqtePRLoVMC4v5O5AqFt9bDHc=ZexUw2divK+nhiO0FsP7zmg at mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> Dear Students,
>
>
>
> As a community we all have a mutual goal, of creating opportunity and
> achieving equality. It is always prudent to have a clear path in our
> mission, one that does not compromise on morals and has a sense of respect,
> inclusion and responsibility.
>
>
>
> Therefore, tonight, on April 22nd, at 8PM Eastern, we will here from the
> president of our organization, President Mark Riccobono, talk about our new
> Code of Conduct. We will learn about our organization?s commitment to
> diversity, anti-harassment, non-discrimination and other general
> principals.
>
>
>
> I urge you all to come hear from our President to better understand our
> goals and with what set of values we will embark on this mission together.
>
>
>
> The call-in number is (712)770-5197, and the access code is 265669.
>
>
>
> ?The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends
> who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation?s blind. The Federation
> 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. To help carry
> out the Federation?s vital mission, this Code of Conduct sets forth
> policies and standards that all members, especially Federation leaders, are
> expected to adopt and follow.? (NFB Code of Conduct, Introduction)
>
>
>
> Sincerely,
>
>
>
> Syed Rizvi
>
> 2nd Vice President, National Association of Blind Students
>
> SyedRizviNFB at GMail.com
>
> 413-250(3523)
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 8
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 11:21:35 -0500
> From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about jury duty selection
> Message-ID: <auto-000103189346 at mailfront1.g2host.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed
>
> I think in most areas prospective jurors are picked from voter
> registration records, and it is the luck of the draw.
>
> Dave
>
> At 10:22 AM 4/22/2018, you wrote:
>>Hi all,
>>
>>So I just saw a thread on the NABS list regarding jury duty and
>>accommodations. That thread has honestly got me wondering, because
>>I'm 20 years old and haven't been called yet. Does anyone know what
>>are the factors in determining who is selected for jury duty? Though
>>I guess being disabled doesn't exempt you from it.
>>
>>I hope to get an answer to this question soon.
>>
>>Thanks,
>>
>>Sami
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 9
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 11:23:04 -0500
> From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about jury duty selection
> Message-ID: <auto-000103189391 at mailfront1.g2host.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed
>
> I have only been called once, and I am 64 and have been registered to
> vote since I was 18. So, the odds probably aren't that great,
> particularly if you live in a populated area.
>
> Dave
>
> At 10:38 AM 4/22/2018, you wrote:
>>Hi Sami,
>>That was my thread.
>>I'm 21, and was very surprised about the fact that I hadn't been
>>summoned until recently.
>>I think it is just a random selection based on people who are
>>registered to vote.
>>Also, I don't think the people who summon us to jury duty have any
>>knowledge of our disabilities. My jury duty notice only came in
>>print, and as mail goes to my house instead of my school, my mom
>>read it to me and gave me the relevant information. There is a
>>number that I will be calling if I want accommodation... so I really
>>don't think they would know about it unless you called. So asking
>>for accommodtion is solely the responsibility of the person
>>receiving the notice.
>>Also keep in mind that, as Jason said in the other thread, you can
>>ask for an excuse. You can also have it postponed. It just so
>>happens that my time there would be when I had just gotten out of
>>school and before any plans I'll have away from home.
>>Vejas Vasiliauskas
>>Secretary and Treasurer of the California Association of Blind Students
>>Phone: 3102653949
>>Email: alpineimagination at gmail.com
>>
>>Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> > On 22 Apr 2018, at 08:22, Sami Osborne via NABS-L
>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> >
>> > Hi all,
>> >
>> > So I just saw a thread on the NABS list regarding jury duty and
>> accommodations. That thread has honestly got me wondering, because
>> I'm 20 years old and haven't been called yet. Does anyone know
>> what are the factors in determining who is selected for jury duty?
>> Though I guess being disabled doesn't exempt you from it.
>> >
>> > I hope to get an answer to this question soon.
>> >
>> > Thanks,
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 10
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 12:24:11 -0400
> From: "Jennifer Bazer" <jhipp25 at sc.rr.com>
> To: <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: [NABS-L] Calling all SC Blind Students
> Message-ID: <023901d3da56$5a5c2ff0$0f148fd0$@sc.rr.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>
> If you are a blind student in SC, we are rekindling the South Carolina
> Association of Blind Students and have regular conference calls leading up
> to our NFB of SC state convention August 9-12 in Columbia where we will
> vote
> in officers.
>
>
>
> Please join us on a conference call tonight, April 22 at 9 p.m. by dialing
> 712-832-8310 and access code 238-5403.
>
>
>
> Kind Regards,
>
>
>
> Jennifer Bazer
>
> Director, NFB of SC Successful Transitions
>
> 119 S. Kilbourne RD
>
> Columbia, SC 29205
>
> 803-960-9977
>
> Fax: 803-661-7352
>
> Jhipp25 at sc.rr.com <mailto:Jhipp25 at sc.rr.com>
>
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 11
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 10:07:35 -0700
> From: Matthew Gip <matthewhgip at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Calling all SC Blind Students
> Message-ID: <B20158C8-2D4F-417A-881D-05CD9F0B0A85 at gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>
> Hi Jennifer,
>
> I am happy to hear that the South Carolina student division is rekindling
> and rebuilding their student division! It?s always very great and nice to
> hear how other state divisions are doing. I wish you and the South Carolina
> students the best of luck as we are all moving along in our movement in this
> organization, and as always, our friends from the NABS board can absolutely
> help and the members can definitely help. Good luck!
>
> Best,
> Matthew Gip
> President, California Association of Blind Students
> A proud division of the National Federation of the Blind of California
> Phone: (559) 375-2068
> Email: matthewhgip at gmail.com
> Live The Life You Want!
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 9:24 AM, Jennifer Bazer via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> If you are a blind student in SC, we are rekindling the South Carolina
>> Association of Blind Students and have regular conference calls leading
>> up
>> to our NFB of SC state convention August 9-12 in Columbia where we will
>> vote
>> in officers.
>>
>>
>>
>> Please join us on a conference call tonight, April 22 at 9 p.m. by
>> dialing
>> 712-832-8310 and access code 238-5403.
>>
>>
>>
>> Kind Regards,
>>
>>
>>
>> Jennifer Bazer
>>
>> Director, NFB of SC Successful Transitions
>>
>> 119 S. Kilbourne RD
>>
>> Columbia, SC 29205
>>
>> 803-960-9977
>>
>> Fax: 803-661-7352
>>
>> Jhipp25 at sc.rr.com <mailto:Jhipp25 at sc.rr.com>
>>
>>
>>
>> _______________________________________________
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>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 12
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 10:24:47 -0700
> From: Matthew Gip <matthewhgip at gmail.com>
> To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [NABS-L] ONE WEEK AWAY!
> Message-ID: <E43EF1D6-4449-46A8-B1CB-488B58213C05 at gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>
> Dear Students,
>
> The California Association of Blind Students is gearing up for our first
> ever annual spring reception event in beautiful Los Angeles next Saturday,
> April 28th. This is a division building event, which means we are building
> membership to help grow and expand not only our student division, but the
> entire affiliate of California, as well as the entire National Federation of
> the Blind, as we are the students of today, yet the leaders of tomorrow. The
> event will be held at Shakey?s Pizza, located at 935 W. Arbor Vitae Street,
> Inglewood, CA 90305, and it is from 12 to 3 pm. Come join us for a
> fun-filled day of delicious food, prizes, and meet other blind students in
> Southern California. Everything will be covered by our student division and
> if you bring a fellow blind friend, your name will be thrown into a raffle
> for the grand prize which is... an AMZON ECHO DOT!!!
>
> Shoutout to our good friends from the NABS board for always being so
> supportive, helpful, and proactive in helping the students in California
> help spread the word.
>
> Here is the link to register or simply show up on Saturday at Shakey?s.
> https://cabs2018.wordpress.com/2018/03/19/8/
>
> I look forward to seeing all of you on Saturday!
>
> Thanks,
> Matthew Gip
> President, California Association of Blind Students
> A proud division of the National Federation of the Blind of California
> Phone: (559) 375-2068
> Email: matthewhgip at gmail.com
> Live The Life You Want!
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 13
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 15:03:15 -0500
> From: "Cory McMahon" <cory.j.mcmahon at gmail.com>
> To: "'National Association of Blind Students mailing list'"
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>, <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about jury duty selection
> Message-ID: <06ae01d3da74$f455c6c0$dd015440$@gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>
> I was called, and ended up having to talk to the judge, at which point, I
> was excused.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Cory McMahon
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: NABS-L <nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Sami Osborne via
> NABS-L
> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 10:22 AM
> To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org; blindtlk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Sami Osborne <sami.j.osborne97 at gmail.com>
> Subject: [NABS-L] Question about jury duty selection
>
> Hi all,
>
> So I just saw a thread on the NABS list regarding jury duty and
> accommodations. That thread has honestly got me wondering, because I'm 20
> years old and haven't been called yet. Does anyone know what are the
> factors in determining who is selected for jury duty? Though I guess being
> disabled doesn't exempt you from it.
>
> I hope to get an answer to this question soon.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Sami
>
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>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 14
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 16:29:07 -0400
> From: Sarah Meyer <sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com>
> To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [NABS-L] Presenting Solo with PowerPoint and Mixed Media
> using JAWS 18
> Message-ID:
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>
> Good afternoon,
>
> I need suggestions for doing a solo PowerPoint presentation as I have
> a big case presentation to give on Tuesday. This may sound silly, but
> how does one present the slide show for an audience while also trying
> to present the oral presentation? I usually emboss my slides in
> Braille and have my group members move through slide by slide for me
> so I can solely focus on trying to communicate the material. I've
> somehow, until this point in my academic and professional career,
> managed to avoid solo presentations requiring PowerPoints and other
> mixed media. This is coming to a slightly terrifying end and I need
> help. I'm nervous about having to listen to JAWS, speak, manipulate
> the computer keyboard commands, and read my slides from a Braille
> print-out or my Braille Note. It seems like a lot of switching back
> and forth and I'm not great with multi-tasking; therefore, I am
> reaching out for guidance.
>
> Fortunately I know a bit about putting the PowerPoint together using
> JAWS 18 on a Windows 7 computer,, although I'm still not confident
> with that and can't do great visual effects, graphics, etc. I know
> I'll need to use some inaccessible technologies in the room and this
> part is also making me nervous. I think there is a big screen that can
> hook up to my laptop that has JAWS on it, so in theory, I should still
> be able to manipulate and control the presentation that way but I'm
> not sure how to handle the hooking up to the speakers and screen or if
> connecting to speakers for showing audio clips will interfere with my
> listening to JAWS which I need in order to maneuver the presentation.
> A part of the presentation includes utilizing some video clips from
> client sessions in my clinic to demonstrate specific interventions
> used.
>
> I know people will use the Notes for Slides section on PowerPoints,
> but to me, this has not seemed or felt practical as a JAWS user. If
> anyone has found it helpful, can you explain how you have used it
> successfully while giving a presentation?
>
> Tips and tricks from more seasoned blind presenters would be greatly
> appreciated. Thank you in advance for your help.
>
> Best wishes,
> Sarah
> --
> Sarah K. Meyer
> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
> Ball State University
> sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
> (317)402-6632
>
> The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
> characteristic that defines you or your future. You can live the life
> you want; blindness is not what holds you back. Together with love,
> hope, and determination, we transform dreams into reality.
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 15
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 16:39:17 -0400
> From: Sarah Meyer <sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com>
> To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [NABS-L] CONFERENCE CALL - NABS Code of Conduct (Sunday,
> April 22, at 8pm eastern)
> Message-ID:
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> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> Dear Kathryn and all,
> Thank you from the bottom of my heart for adopting this code of
> conduct. I sincerely hope that all other divisions, affiliates,
> chapters, and the National Division as a whole are planning to adopt
> this code of conduct if it hasn't already been done. I also sincerely
> hope that our training centers will adopt this code of conduct. I
> especially appreciate that you are addressing concerns about diversity
> and inclusion, sexual assault and harassment, and procedures for
> handling complaints. It is high time that we had some structure and
> accountability like this in place and I am truly grateful to you and
> President Riccobono for taking these important steps to protect the
> members of our organization, the integrity of what we do, and our
> reputation as a whole. I have so much respect, gratitude, and
> admiration for you for taking these important steps.
>
> I may be reaching out with individual questions as I may not be able
> to participate in this call tonight. For now, I just wanted to express
> publicly my deepest gratitude.
>
> All the best,
>
> Sarah
>
> Message: 5
> Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2018 23:04:10 -0400
> From: "Kathryn Webster, President,? ? ? National Association of Blind
> ? ? ? ? Students" <
> nabs.president at gmail.com>
> To: "'National Association of Blind Students mailing list'"
> ? ? ? ? <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>,
> <
> nfbnet-students at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: "'Syed Rizvi'" <
> syedrizvinfb at gmail.com>,
> ? ? ? ? <michael.ausbun at gmail.com>,
> ? ?<
> chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>,
> "'Cody
> ? ? ? ? Beardslee'" <
> codybeardslee at gmail.com>,
> <
> ShannonCantan.nfb at gmail.com>,
> ? ? ? ? "'Dustin Cather'" <
> cather.dustin at gmail.com>,
> ? <
> bjduarte at asu.edu>,
> ? ? ? ? <williams.tarik20 at gmail.com>
> Subject: [NABS-L] CONFERENCE CALL - NABS Code of Conduct (Sunday,
> ? ? ? ? April 22, at 8pm eastern)
> Message-ID: <01cd01d3d52f$9830f1c0$c892d540$@
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> Content-Type: text/plain;? ? ? ?charset="us-ascii"
>
> Students,
>
> On Thursday, March 9, 2018, the National Association of Blind Students
> (NABS) Board adopted the below Code of Conduct as Federation policy. As our
> organization puts a concerted emphasis on diversity, inclusion, equality,
> and respect, our members and leaders are expected to abide by the below
> Code
> in carrying out the mission and purpose of the National Federation of the
> Blind. We are grateful to President Riccobono and the National Board of
> Directors for spearheading efforts to explicitly adopt a Federation Code of
> Conduct as we continue improving the lives of blind people.
>
> I invite each of you to not only read, but understand the NABS Code of
> Conduct as outlined. As stated, we do not tolerate harassment, assault,
> discrimination, or behavior unbecoming to any of our members. This Code of
> Conduct sets forth a minimum standard; forcing all of us to reflect and
> make
> choices each and every day. I am incredibly passionate about the initiative
> undertaken and am glad that our students are encouraged and expected to
> follow the standards. Thus, I am interested in questions, concerns,
> hesitations, etc. Our members are the core of our greater organization; and
> as such, vital in the progression of NABS and the National Federation of
> the
> Blind.
>
> On Sunday, April 22, at 8pm eastern, we are hosting a call to discuss the
> adopted policies as a means of transparency and accountability to each of
> us. I encourage you to join President Riccobono and myself, as well as our
> NABS Board, to dissect the below material and voice any questions you may
> have. While the standards outlined within the Code of Conduct were expected
> prior to the formal adoption, we should place a high priority on personally
> comprehending the guidelines.
>
> When - Sunday, April 22
>
> Time - 8pm eastern
>
> Where - NABS line; 712-770-5197,,265669.
>
> I'm here to address any questions before, after, or during! I thank you for
> your time, energy, and outstanding participation in the National
> Association
> of Blind students!
>
> NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS CODE OF CONDUCT
>
> I. Introduction
>
> The National Association of Blind Students is part of a nationwide
> community
> of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's
> blind. The Federation 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. To help carry out the Federation's vital mission, this Code of
> Conduct
> sets forth policies and standards that all members, especially Federation
> leaders, are expected to adopt and follow.
>
> II. Diversity Policy
>
> The National Association of Blind Students embraces diversity and full
> participation as core values in its mission to achieve equality,
> opportunity, and security for the blind. We are committed to building and
> maintaining a national division that is unified in its priorities and
> programs and is directed by the membership. We respect differences of
> opinion, beliefs, identities, and other characteristics that demonstrate
> that blind people are a diverse cross section of society. Furthermore, the
> division is dedicated to continuing to establish new methods of membership
> and leadership development that reflect the diversity of the entire blind
> community. In promoting a diverse and growing organization, we expect
> integrity and honesty in our relationships with each other and openness to
> learning about and experiencing cultural diversity. We believe that these
> qualities are crucial to fostering social and intellectual maturity.
> Intellectual maturity also requires individual struggle with unfamiliar
> ideas. We recognize that our views and convictions will be challenged, and
> we expect this challenge to take place in a climate of tolerance and mutual
> respect in order to maintain a united organization. While we encourage the
> exchange of differing ideas and experiences, we do not condone the use of
> demeaning, derogatory, or discriminatory language, action, or any other
> form
> of expression intended to marginalize an individual or group. The National
> Association of Blind Students does not tolerate discrimination on the basis
> of race, creed, color, religion, gender identity and expression, sexual
> orientation, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, genetic
> information, disability, or any other characteristic or intersectionality
> of
> characteristics.
>
> III. Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy
>
> The National Association of Blind Students will not tolerate discrimination
> on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender identity and
> expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, marital
> status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic
> or
> intersectionality of characteristics. Harassment on the basis of any of
> these characteristics similarly will not be tolerated. Although this Code
> of
> Conduct establishes a minimum standard prohibiting discrimination and
> harassment, nothing in this Code should be interpreted to limit in any way
> a
> person's right to report abuse or harassment to law enforcement when
> appropriate.
>
> Sexual harassment is prohibited by state and federal law and also will not
> be tolerated by the National Association of Blind Students. Complaints of
> harassment may be lodged by a female against a male, by a female against a
> female, by a male against a male, or by a male against a female. Sexual
> harassment is defined as "unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual
> favors, sexually motivated physical contact, or other verbal or physical
> conduct or communication of a sexual nature." The following conduct is
> either considered conduct that by itself is sexual harassment, or that has
> the potential risk of causing sexual harassment to occur, and this conduct
> is therefore prohibited:
>
> *? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?unwelcome inappropriate physical contact or touching;
>
> *? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?repeating of sexually suggestive
> jokes/references/innuendoes and comments about an individual's body/sexual
> prowess/physical attributes/dress;
>
> *? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?the use of sexually derogatory
> language/pictures/videos toward/about another person;
>
> *? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?the use of inappropriate sexual gestures;
>
> *? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?sexually suggestive propositions; and
>
> *? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?explicit or implicit threats that failure to submit
> will have negative consequences.
>
> Under this policy, harassment can be verbal, written, or physical conduct
> that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual because
> of his or her race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
> identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status,
> citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by
> law; or that of his or her relatives, friends, or associates, and that a)
> has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive
> environment; b) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with
> an individual's performance or involvement in the organization; or c)
> otherwise adversely affects an individual's opportunities for
> participation/advancement in the organization.
>
> Harassing conduct includes epithets, slurs, or negative stereotyping;
> threatening, intimidating or hostile acts including bullying; denigrating
> jokes; and written or graphic material that denigrates or shows hostility
> or
> aversion toward an individual or group that is placed on walls or elsewhere
> on the organization's premises or circulated by email, phone (including
> voice messages), text messages, social networking sites, or other means.
>
> IV. Social Media and Web Policy
>
> All members of the Federation, but especially officers of National
> Association of Blind Students, should follow these recommended guidelines
> when making comments online, posting to a blog, using
> Facebook/Twitter/LinkedIn/YouTube/Pinterest/Instagram/similar tools, and/or
> using other platforms that fall under the definition of social media:
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Promote the mission and branding message of the organization in
> comments/posts.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Recognize that you are morally and legally responsible for
> comments/pictures posted online.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Be aware that the audience includes members and nonmembers of the
> NFB, both youth and adults, representing diverse cultures and backgrounds.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Refrain from using profanity/derogatory language.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Post/respond with integrity. Though you may disagree with a post,
> be respectful and factual. Do not fight or air personal grievances online.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Do not post materials that are inappropriate for children/minors
> to view/share/read.
>
> V. Conflict of Interest Policy
>
> Each National Association of Blind Students officer (hereafter national
> division leader) is expected to take appropriate responsibility to protect
> the Federation from misappropriation or mismanagement of Federation funds
> (including funds of the division in which the national division leader
> assumes a leadership role).
>
> Each national division leader is expected to disclose the existence of any
> potentially conflicting personal financial interest or relationship to the
> full National Association of Blind Students Board of Directors and seek its
> review and approval, as specified below. For example:
>
> *? ? ? ? ?A national division leader must seek board review and approval of
> his or her receipt of salary or compensation of any kind from the
> Federation
> (including an affiliate, chapter, or division).
>
> *? ? ? ? ?A national division leader must seek board review and approval of
> receipt by his or her spouse, parent, child, sibling, or other close
> relative of salary or compensation of any kind from the Federation
> (including an affiliate, chapter, or division).
>
> *? ? ? ? ?A national division leader must seek board review and approval of
> any ownership interest exceeding 5 percent in or of any salary,
> compensation, commission, or significant tangible gift from any commercial
> venture doing business or seeking to do business with the Federation
> (including an affiliate, chapter, or division). This process will also
> apply
> to the review of such interests involving spouses, parents, children,
> siblings, or other close relatives.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?In reviewing matters brought pursuant to this section, the
> division officer seeking division board review and approval will refrain
> from voting.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Each national division leader shall take appropriate steps to
> avoid unauthorized or inaccurate appearances or official endorsement by the
> Federation (including an affiliate, chapter, or division) of any product,
> service, or activity that has not been so endorsed. For example, because
> the
> Federation never endorses political parties or candidates for elected
> office, any national division leader participating in the political process
> must take care to avoid creating an appearance of official Federation
> endorsement.
>
> VI. Policy While Interacting with Minors
>
> For purposes of this Code of Conduct and consistent with most legal
> standards, a minor is any individual under the age of eighteen. While
> interacting with any minor, a national division officer shall recognize
> that
> a minor cannot legally give consent for any purpose even if said minor is
> verbally or otherwise expressing consent. For example, a minor may say that
> he/ or she consents to physical interaction. However, such consent is not
> valid or legal and should not be accepted. A parent or guardian must be
> informed and consulted about any action requiring consent from the minor. A
> national division leader shall report any inappropriate interactions
> between
> adults and minors to the minor's parents and law enforcement when
> appropriate.
>
> VII. Alcohol and Drug Policy
>
> Although alcoholic beverages are served at some Federation social
> functions,
> members and Federation leaders may not participate in any such functions in
> a condition that prevents them from participating safely and from
> conducting
> Federation business effectively or that might cause embarrassment to or
> damage the reputation of the Federation. The Federation prohibits the
> possession, sale, purchase, delivery, dispensing, use, or transfer of
> illegal substances on Federation property or at Federation functions.
>
> VIII. Other General Principles
>
> In addition to the other policies and standards set-forth herein, officers
> of the National Association of Blind Students (hereafter national division
> leaders) shall adhere to the following standards:
>
> *? ? ? ? ?National division leaders shall practice accountability and
> transparency in all activities and transactions.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?National division leaders shall foster a welcoming environment at
> NFB meetings, events, and conferences that is a cooperative and productive
> atmosphere for all members and nonmembers.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?National division leaders shall interact with NFB staff in a
> professional manner and follow proper channels of authority and
> communication.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?National division leaders shall positively promote the NFB
> through
> verbal and written communication.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Whenever possible, national division leaders and members are
> strongly encouraged to handle conflicts or complaints involving other
> members privately, directly, and respectfully. Nothing in this standard is
> intended to limit a national division leader's or member's right to pursue
> organizational change through appropriate methods or to limit anyone's
> right
> to file a complaint for violation of this Code when necessary.
>
> IX. Violations and Complaint Procedure
>
> Violations of this Code of Conduct, after first being established through
> the process set-forth below, are subject to disciplinary action by the
> Federation. Such disciplinary actions may include but are not limited to
> counselling, verbal and/or written reprimand, probation, suspension or
> termination of officer/leadership duties, and/or suspension or expulsion
> from the Federation.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Any complaint for a violation of this Code of Conduct shall be
> filed with the national division president. The national division president
> shall appoint a committee of no more than four persons to investigate the
> complaint and provide a recommendation for action or lack thereof. The
> committee shall be comprised of persons not directly involved in the
> matters
> being raised and who can be completely unbiased about the individuals and
> issues addressed in the complaint. Every effort shall be made to appoint a
> committee reflecting the broad diversity of individuals in the Federation.
> The national division president shall inform the national President in a
> timely fashion of any complaints filed and report on the resolution of such
> complaints.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Complaints shall be treated as confidential in order to protect
> the identity and reputation of the person about whom the complaint is filed
> and the person filing the complaint.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?All complaints shall be filed as promptly as possible. Except
> under extreme circumstances, no complaint shall be accepted or investigated
> after a year from the time of the alleged violation of this Code.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Complaints that turn out to be false and used for the purpose of
> harassing, intimidating, or retaliating against someone will be subject to
> the same kind of disciplinary action enumerated above.
>
> *? ? ? ? ?Any person dissatisfied with the resolution of a complaint may
> file an appeal with the National Association of Blind Students Board of
> Directors, which may, in its discretion, take such action as it deems
> necessary. If a person is still dissatisfied, such person may raise the
> matter to the national board of directors, which may, in its discretion,
> take whatever action it deems necessary. No national or state board member
> shall participate in the consideration of an appeal under this Code if such
> board member is the subject of the complaint or if such board member cannot
> be completely unbiased, impartial, and fair while considering the matter.
>
> X. Minimum Standard
>
> This Code of Conduct is intended to recite a minimum set of standards
> expected of Federation members. It sets forth the spirit that the
> Federation
> expects of all of its participants toward each other and toward those who
> work with the Federation at all of its levels. It is intended to be
> interpreted broadly to instill a respectful, cooperative, and welcoming
> spirit in members and in the activities of the Federation.
>
> XI. Federation Pledge and Acknowledgement of Code of Conduct
>
> I, (national division leader), pledge to participate actively in the
> efforts
> of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality, opportunity,
> and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the
> Federation; and to abide by its Constitution. I further acknowledge that I
> have read this Code of Conduct and that I will follow its policies,
> standards, and principles.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Kathryn C. Webster
>
> President | National Association of Blind Students
>
> ? ? A proud division of the National Federation of the Blind
>
> (203) 273-8463
>
> Nabs.president at gmail.com
>
>
>
> --
> Sarah K. Meyer
> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
> Ball State University
> sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
> (317)402-6632
>
> The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
> characteristic that defines you or your future. You can live the life
> you want; blindness is not what holds you back. Together with love,
> hope, and determination, we transform dreams into reality.
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 16
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 17:29:44 -0400
> From: kitty1488 at gmail.com
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] Question about Jury Duty
> Message-ID: <C2389474-6076-4144-B3E6-0CA12CB09D79 at gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
>
> Hi,
> No, there was no way to alert anyone that I was blind. I registered, went
> there, and the judge by like, "Did it ever occur to you that you couldn't
> do this?" And I was like, "Um... no? Not really." And then he explained
> about video evidence, which makes absolute sense. You cannot objectively
> observe something like that, and that's what you may be required to do.
> Someone can describe it to you alb they want, but it's not YOUR observation,
> it's THEIRS. That could be an issue during deliberations. Because someone
> COULD just be telling you how THEY want you to see it. So you could get
> there and the judge will probably say they can't use you. If they don't,
> I'll be surprised.
> Krista
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 10:37 AM, Vejas Vasiliauskas via NABS-L
>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> Hi Krista,
>> Thank you so much for sharing your experience.
>> Had you alerted anyone beforehand that you were blind?
>> Thanks,
>> Vejas Vasiliauskas
>> Secretary and Treasurer of the California Association of Blind Students
>> Phone: 3102653949
>> Email: alpineimagination at gmail.com
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On 22 Apr 2018, at 07:26, Krista via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi,
>>> I hate to burst your bubble, but when I went for jury duty they sent me
>>> hmme. Why, you ask? Simple. Video evidence. Since you cannot objectively
>>> view video evidence, you may be wasting your time. Just my experience,
>>> though. Your results may vary.
>>> Krista
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 2:47 AM, Vejas Vasiliauskas via NABS-L
>>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Hi All,
>>>> Hope you are having a great end to your semesters.
>>>> I got called in for jury duty for the first time recently. It will be
>>>> for next month. I'm very excited for this opportunity, especially since
>>>> I will have been done with school by then. I already registered and
>>>> confirmed that I will be there.
>>>> I was wondering how any of you have handled accommodations. I've been
>>>> given a number I can call to request accommodations and plan to call it.
>>>>
>>>> I'd like to ask to have someone help me navigate the building, which I
>>>> won't have proper time to orient around. I'm also thinking of asking
>>>> that anything printed be ganden in an accessible format, either Braille
>>>> or electronic. Do these requests sound reasonable? What have you all
>>>> asked for?
>>>> Thanks.
>>>> Sincerely,
>>>> Vejas Vasiliauskas
>>>> Secretary and Treasurer of the California Association of Blind Students
>>>> Phone: 3102653949
>>>> Email: alpineimagination at gmail.com
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> Message: 17
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 15:54:36 -0600
> From: Amy Sabo <amieelsabo at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Sarah Meyer <sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] CONFERENCE CALL - NABS Code of Conduct (Sunday,
> April 22, at 8pm eastern)
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> hello sarah and all,
>
> yes, this is a good topic and, I too am glad that the national nfb and
> president ricabanno has finally decided to use this code of conduct in
> the organization! I do hope that we can use this code of conduct in
> all of the umbrellas of the nfb in the local, state, and national
> levels too not just through nabs. I believe this is a time in the
> communications society due to the metoo movement in the entertainment
> industry and, especially in all organizations that we need this code
> of conduct! it's time that the nfb decided to do this! a code of
> conduct or ethics involved in allbusinesses and organizations public,
> private, or nonprofit. thanks again and, I will try to call in if
> possible. if not then I will now just voice my views here....
>
>
>
> hugs,
> amy
>
> On 4/22/18, Sarah Meyer via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Dear Kathryn and all,
>> Thank you from the bottom of my heart for adopting this code of
>> conduct. I sincerely hope that all other divisions, affiliates,
>> chapters, and the National Division as a whole are planning to adopt
>> this code of conduct if it hasn't already been done. I also sincerely
>> hope that our training centers will adopt this code of conduct. I
>> especially appreciate that you are addressing concerns about diversity
>> and inclusion, sexual assault and harassment, and procedures for
>> handling complaints. It is high time that we had some structure and
>> accountability like this in place and I am truly grateful to you and
>> President Riccobono for taking these important steps to protect the
>> members of our organization, the integrity of what we do, and our
>> reputation as a whole. I have so much respect, gratitude, and
>> admiration for you for taking these important steps.
>>
>> I may be reaching out with individual questions as I may not be able
>> to participate in this call tonight. For now, I just wanted to express
>> publicly my deepest gratitude.
>>
>> All the best,
>>
>> Sarah
>>
>> Message: 5
>> Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2018 23:04:10 -0400
>> From: "Kathryn Webster, President, National Association of Blind
>> Students" <
>> nabs.president at gmail.com>
>> To: "'National Association of Blind Students mailing list'"
>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>,
>> <
>> nfbnet-students at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: "'Syed Rizvi'" <
>> syedrizvinfb at gmail.com>,
>> <michael.ausbun at gmail.com>,
>> <
>> chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>,
>> "'Cody
>> Beardslee'" <
>> codybeardslee at gmail.com>,
>> <
>> ShannonCantan.nfb at gmail.com>,
>> "'Dustin Cather'" <
>> cather.dustin at gmail.com>,
>> <
>> bjduarte at asu.edu>,
>> <williams.tarik20 at gmail.com>
>> Subject: [NABS-L] CONFERENCE CALL - NABS Code of Conduct (Sunday,
>> April 22, at 8pm eastern)
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>>
>> Students,
>>
>> On Thursday, March 9, 2018, the National Association of Blind Students
>> (NABS) Board adopted the below Code of Conduct as Federation policy. As
>> our
>> organization puts a concerted emphasis on diversity, inclusion, equality,
>> and respect, our members and leaders are expected to abide by the below
>> Code
>> in carrying out the mission and purpose of the National Federation of the
>> Blind. We are grateful to President Riccobono and the National Board of
>> Directors for spearheading efforts to explicitly adopt a Federation Code
>> of
>> Conduct as we continue improving the lives of blind people.
>>
>> I invite each of you to not only read, but understand the NABS Code of
>> Conduct as outlined. As stated, we do not tolerate harassment, assault,
>> discrimination, or behavior unbecoming to any of our members. This Code
>> of
>> Conduct sets forth a minimum standard; forcing all of us to reflect and
>> make
>> choices each and every day. I am incredibly passionate about the
>> initiative
>> undertaken and am glad that our students are encouraged and expected to
>> follow the standards. Thus, I am interested in questions, concerns,
>> hesitations, etc. Our members are the core of our greater organization;
>> and
>> as such, vital in the progression of NABS and the National Federation of
>> the
>> Blind.
>>
>> On Sunday, April 22, at 8pm eastern, we are hosting a call to discuss the
>> adopted policies as a means of transparency and accountability to each of
>> us. I encourage you to join President Riccobono and myself, as well as
>> our
>> NABS Board, to dissect the below material and voice any questions you may
>> have. While the standards outlined within the Code of Conduct were
>> expected
>> prior to the formal adoption, we should place a high priority on
>> personally
>> comprehending the guidelines.
>>
>> When - Sunday, April 22
>>
>> Time - 8pm eastern
>>
>> Where - NABS line; 712-770-5197,,265669.
>>
>> I'm here to address any questions before, after, or during! I thank you
>> for
>> your time, energy, and outstanding participation in the National
>> Association
>> of Blind students!
>>
>> NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS CODE OF CONDUCT
>>
>> I. Introduction
>>
>> The National Association of Blind Students is part of a nationwide
>> community
>> of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the
>> nation's
>> blind. The Federation 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. To help carry out the Federation's vital mission, this Code of
>> Conduct
>> sets forth policies and standards that all members, especially Federation
>> leaders, are expected to adopt and follow.
>>
>> II. Diversity Policy
>>
>> The National Association of Blind Students embraces diversity and full
>> participation as core values in its mission to achieve equality,
>> opportunity, and security for the blind. We are committed to building and
>> maintaining a national division that is unified in its priorities and
>> programs and is directed by the membership. We respect differences of
>> opinion, beliefs, identities, and other characteristics that demonstrate
>> that blind people are a diverse cross section of society. Furthermore,
>> the
>> division is dedicated to continuing to establish new methods of
>> membership
>> and leadership development that reflect the diversity of the entire blind
>> community. In promoting a diverse and growing organization, we expect
>> integrity and honesty in our relationships with each other and openness
>> to
>> learning about and experiencing cultural diversity. We believe that these
>> qualities are crucial to fostering social and intellectual maturity.
>> Intellectual maturity also requires individual struggle with unfamiliar
>> ideas. We recognize that our views and convictions will be challenged,
>> and
>> we expect this challenge to take place in a climate of tolerance and
>> mutual
>> respect in order to maintain a united organization. While we encourage
>> the
>> exchange of differing ideas and experiences, we do not condone the use of
>> demeaning, derogatory, or discriminatory language, action, or any other
>> form
>> of expression intended to marginalize an individual or group. The
>> National
>> Association of Blind Students does not tolerate discrimination on the
>> basis
>> of race, creed, color, religion, gender identity and expression, sexual
>> orientation, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, genetic
>> information, disability, or any other characteristic or intersectionality
>> of
>> characteristics.
>>
>> III. Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy
>>
>> The National Association of Blind Students will not tolerate
>> discrimination
>> on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender identity and
>> expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, marital
>> status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic
>> or
>> intersectionality of characteristics. Harassment on the basis of any of
>> these characteristics similarly will not be tolerated. Although this Code
>> of
>> Conduct establishes a minimum standard prohibiting discrimination and
>> harassment, nothing in this Code should be interpreted to limit in any way
>> a
>> person's right to report abuse or harassment to law enforcement when
>> appropriate.
>>
>> Sexual harassment is prohibited by state and federal law and also will
>> not
>> be tolerated by the National Association of Blind Students. Complaints of
>> harassment may be lodged by a female against a male, by a female against
>> a
>> female, by a male against a male, or by a male against a female. Sexual
>> harassment is defined as "unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual
>> favors, sexually motivated physical contact, or other verbal or physical
>> conduct or communication of a sexual nature." The following conduct is
>> either considered conduct that by itself is sexual harassment, or that
>> has
>> the potential risk of causing sexual harassment to occur, and this
>> conduct
>> is therefore prohibited:
>>
>> * unwelcome inappropriate physical contact or
>> touching;
>>
>> * repeating of sexually suggestive
>> jokes/references/innuendoes and comments about an individual's
>> body/sexual
>> prowess/physical attributes/dress;
>>
>> * the use of sexually derogatory
>> language/pictures/videos toward/about another person;
>>
>> * the use of inappropriate sexual gestures;
>>
>> * sexually suggestive propositions; and
>>
>> * explicit or implicit threats that failure to submit
>> will have negative consequences.
>>
>> Under this policy, harassment can be verbal, written, or physical conduct
>> that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual
>> because
>> of his or her race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
>> identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status,
>> citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected
>> by
>> law; or that of his or her relatives, friends, or associates, and that a)
>> has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or
>> offensive
>> environment; b) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering
>> with
>> an individual's performance or involvement in the organization; or c)
>> otherwise adversely affects an individual's opportunities for
>> participation/advancement in the organization.
>>
>> Harassing conduct includes epithets, slurs, or negative stereotyping;
>> threatening, intimidating or hostile acts including bullying; denigrating
>> jokes; and written or graphic material that denigrates or shows hostility
>> or
>> aversion toward an individual or group that is placed on walls or
>> elsewhere
>> on the organization's premises or circulated by email, phone (including
>> voice messages), text messages, social networking sites, or other means.
>>
>> IV. Social Media and Web Policy
>>
>> All members of the Federation, but especially officers of National
>> Association of Blind Students, should follow these recommended guidelines
>> when making comments online, posting to a blog, using
>> Facebook/Twitter/LinkedIn/YouTube/Pinterest/Instagram/similar tools,
>> and/or
>> using other platforms that fall under the definition of social media:
>>
>> * Promote the mission and branding message of the organization in
>> comments/posts.
>>
>> * Recognize that you are morally and legally responsible for
>> comments/pictures posted online.
>>
>> * Be aware that the audience includes members and nonmembers of
>> the
>> NFB, both youth and adults, representing diverse cultures and
>> backgrounds.
>>
>> * Refrain from using profanity/derogatory language.
>>
>> * Post/respond with integrity. Though you may disagree with a
>> post,
>> be respectful and factual. Do not fight or air personal grievances
>> online.
>>
>> * Do not post materials that are inappropriate for
>> children/minors
>> to view/share/read.
>>
>> V. Conflict of Interest Policy
>>
>> Each National Association of Blind Students officer (hereafter national
>> division leader) is expected to take appropriate responsibility to
>> protect
>> the Federation from misappropriation or mismanagement of Federation funds
>> (including funds of the division in which the national division leader
>> assumes a leadership role).
>>
>> Each national division leader is expected to disclose the existence of
>> any
>> potentially conflicting personal financial interest or relationship to
>> the
>> full National Association of Blind Students Board of Directors and seek
>> its
>> review and approval, as specified below. For example:
>>
>> * A national division leader must seek board review and approval
>> of
>> his or her receipt of salary or compensation of any kind from the
>> Federation
>> (including an affiliate, chapter, or division).
>>
>> * A national division leader must seek board review and approval
>> of
>> receipt by his or her spouse, parent, child, sibling, or other close
>> relative of salary or compensation of any kind from the Federation
>> (including an affiliate, chapter, or division).
>>
>> * A national division leader must seek board review and approval
>> of
>> any ownership interest exceeding 5 percent in or of any salary,
>> compensation, commission, or significant tangible gift from any
>> commercial
>> venture doing business or seeking to do business with the Federation
>> (including an affiliate, chapter, or division). This process will also
>> apply
>> to the review of such interests involving spouses, parents, children,
>> siblings, or other close relatives.
>>
>> * In reviewing matters brought pursuant to this section, the
>> division officer seeking division board review and approval will refrain
>> from voting.
>>
>> * Each national division leader shall take appropriate steps to
>> avoid unauthorized or inaccurate appearances or official endorsement by
>> the
>> Federation (including an affiliate, chapter, or division) of any product,
>> service, or activity that has not been so endorsed. For example, because
>> the
>> Federation never endorses political parties or candidates for elected
>> office, any national division leader participating in the political
>> process
>> must take care to avoid creating an appearance of official Federation
>> endorsement.
>>
>> VI. Policy While Interacting with Minors
>>
>> For purposes of this Code of Conduct and consistent with most legal
>> standards, a minor is any individual under the age of eighteen. While
>> interacting with any minor, a national division officer shall recognize
>> that
>> a minor cannot legally give consent for any purpose even if said minor is
>> verbally or otherwise expressing consent. For example, a minor may say
>> that
>> he/ or she consents to physical interaction. However, such consent is not
>> valid or legal and should not be accepted. A parent or guardian must be
>> informed and consulted about any action requiring consent from the minor.
>> A
>> national division leader shall report any inappropriate interactions
>> between
>> adults and minors to the minor's parents and law enforcement when
>> appropriate.
>>
>> VII. Alcohol and Drug Policy
>>
>> Although alcoholic beverages are served at some Federation social
>> functions,
>> members and Federation leaders may not participate in any such functions
>> in
>> a condition that prevents them from participating safely and from
>> conducting
>> Federation business effectively or that might cause embarrassment to or
>> damage the reputation of the Federation. The Federation prohibits the
>> possession, sale, purchase, delivery, dispensing, use, or transfer of
>> illegal substances on Federation property or at Federation functions.
>>
>> VIII. Other General Principles
>>
>> In addition to the other policies and standards set-forth herein,
>> officers
>> of the National Association of Blind Students (hereafter national
>> division
>> leaders) shall adhere to the following standards:
>>
>> * National division leaders shall practice accountability and
>> transparency in all activities and transactions.
>>
>> * National division leaders shall foster a welcoming environment
>> at
>> NFB meetings, events, and conferences that is a cooperative and
>> productive
>> atmosphere for all members and nonmembers.
>>
>> * National division leaders shall interact with NFB staff in a
>> professional manner and follow proper channels of authority and
>> communication.
>>
>> * National division leaders shall positively promote the NFB
>> through
>> verbal and written communication.
>>
>> * Whenever possible, national division leaders and members are
>> strongly encouraged to handle conflicts or complaints involving other
>> members privately, directly, and respectfully. Nothing in this standard
>> is
>> intended to limit a national division leader's or member's right to
>> pursue
>> organizational change through appropriate methods or to limit anyone's
>> right
>> to file a complaint for violation of this Code when necessary.
>>
>> IX. Violations and Complaint Procedure
>>
>> Violations of this Code of Conduct, after first being established through
>> the process set-forth below, are subject to disciplinary action by the
>> Federation. Such disciplinary actions may include but are not limited to
>> counselling, verbal and/or written reprimand, probation, suspension or
>> termination of officer/leadership duties, and/or suspension or expulsion
>> from the Federation.
>>
>> * Any complaint for a violation of this Code of Conduct shall be
>> filed with the national division president. The national division
>> president
>> shall appoint a committee of no more than four persons to investigate the
>> complaint and provide a recommendation for action or lack thereof. The
>> committee shall be comprised of persons not directly involved in the
>> matters
>> being raised and who can be completely unbiased about the individuals and
>> issues addressed in the complaint. Every effort shall be made to appoint
>> a
>> committee reflecting the broad diversity of individuals in the
>> Federation.
>> The national division president shall inform the national President in a
>> timely fashion of any complaints filed and report on the resolution of
>> such
>> complaints.
>>
>> * Complaints shall be treated as confidential in order to protect
>> the identity and reputation of the person about whom the complaint is
>> filed
>> and the person filing the complaint.
>>
>> * All complaints shall be filed as promptly as possible. Except
>> under extreme circumstances, no complaint shall be accepted or
>> investigated
>> after a year from the time of the alleged violation of this Code.
>>
>> * Complaints that turn out to be false and used for the purpose
>> of
>> harassing, intimidating, or retaliating against someone will be subject
>> to
>> the same kind of disciplinary action enumerated above.
>>
>> * Any person dissatisfied with the resolution of a complaint may
>> file an appeal with the National Association of Blind Students Board of
>> Directors, which may, in its discretion, take such action as it deems
>> necessary. If a person is still dissatisfied, such person may raise the
>> matter to the national board of directors, which may, in its discretion,
>> take whatever action it deems necessary. No national or state board
>> member
>> shall participate in the consideration of an appeal under this Code if
>> such
>> board member is the subject of the complaint or if such board member
>> cannot
>> be completely unbiased, impartial, and fair while considering the matter.
>>
>> X. Minimum Standard
>>
>> This Code of Conduct is intended to recite a minimum set of standards
>> expected of Federation members. It sets forth the spirit that the
>> Federation
>> expects of all of its participants toward each other and toward those who
>> work with the Federation at all of its levels. It is intended to be
>> interpreted broadly to instill a respectful, cooperative, and welcoming
>> spirit in members and in the activities of the Federation.
>>
>> XI. Federation Pledge and Acknowledgement of Code of Conduct
>>
>> I, (national division leader), pledge to participate actively in the
>> efforts
>> of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality, opportunity,
>> and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the
>> Federation; and to abide by its Constitution. I further acknowledge that
>> I
>> have read this Code of Conduct and that I will follow its policies,
>> standards, and principles.
>>
>> Sincerely,
>>
>> Kathryn C. Webster
>>
>> President | National Association of Blind Students
>>
>> A proud division of the National Federation of the Blind
>>
>> (203) 273-8463
>>
>> Nabs.president at gmail.com
>>
>>
>>
>> --
>> Sarah K. Meyer
>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
>> Ball State University
>> sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>> (317)402-6632
>>
>> The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
>> characteristic that defines you or your future. You can live the life
>> you want; blindness is not what holds you back. Together with love,
>> hope, and determination, we transform dreams into reality.
>>
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>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 18
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 22:00:41 +0000
> From: Veronica R Gaspa <veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
> Message-ID:
> <DM5PR0102MB3528567C2FB234CB631D6976C88A0 at DM5PR0102MB3528.prod.exchangelabs.com>
>
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>
> Good evening Nabsters!
> I have just created a new NABS group on Facebook. The differences between
> this group and the one that was made a few weeks ago are:
> Every person does not have to be approved to join the group, whether you
> want to be super active in NABS, or just check out resources you can join
> the group.
> Secondly, your post does not have to await moderator approval. If you have
> technology problems at midnight you can post, and it will be live right
> away. In the other group a moderator may not see it until a day later, and
> it may be too late.
> This group will be updated frequently with NABS information and updates. To
> join the group search on Facebook for: NABS: a resource for blind students.
> Or use the following link:
> https://m.facebook.com/groups/4405289230479922
> I hope this group renders helpful to many of you!
>
> Best,
> Vee Gaspa
>
>
> Vee Gaspa
> President, New Jersey Association of Blind Students
> Brother, Alpha Phi Omega
> Writer, the Setonian
> Phone: 434-989-1868
> Email:
> veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu<mailto:veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
> Remember, you can live the life you want!
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 19
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 22:04:45 +0000
> From: chelsea peahl <chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
> Message-ID:
> <BN3PR10MB0274A42C04087D79BF198392E48A0 at BN3PR10MB0274.namprd10.prod.outlook.com>
>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> Hello all,
> Shouldn?t this be done with NFB and NABS approval? For example, the group
> created has approval.
>
> Chelsea Peahl
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 4:01 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> Good evening Nabsters!
>> I have just created a new NABS group on Facebook. The differences between
>> this group and the one that was made a few weeks ago are:
>> Every person does not have to be approved to join the group, whether you
>> want to be super active in NABS, or just check out resources you can join
>> the group.
>> Secondly, your post does not have to await moderator approval. If you have
>> technology problems at midnight you can post, and it will be live right
>> away. In the other group a moderator may not see it until a day later, and
>> it may be too late.
>> This group will be updated frequently with NABS information and updates.
>> To join the group search on Facebook for: NABS: a resource for blind
>> students.
>> Or use the following link:
>> https://m.facebook.com/groups/4405289230479922
>> I hope this group renders helpful to many of you!
>>
>> Best,
>> Vee Gaspa
>>
>>
>> Vee Gaspa
>> President, New Jersey Association of Blind Students
>> Brother, Alpha Phi Omega
>> Writer, the Setonian
>> Phone: 434-989-1868
>> Email:
>> veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu<mailto:veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>> Remember, you can live the life you want!
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> NABS-L mailing list
>> NABS-L at nfbnet.org
>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nabs-l_nfbnet.org
>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>> NABS-L:
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>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 20
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 22:26:52 +0000
> From: Veronica R Gaspa <veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
> To: chelsea peahl <chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>, "National Association
> of Blind Students mailing list" <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
> Message-ID:
> <DM5PR0102MB352861EA78C7D4E805B885B1C88A0 at DM5PR0102MB3528.prod.exchangelabs.com>
>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> While I understand where Chelsea is coming from, I have never seen a policy
> that says we need approval to create social media groups, and Facebook is an
> open forum. I was just taking initiative, and if people want to join both
> groups, there is no reason they cant. Furthermore, this was not created to
> conflict with the other group, this is simply a different style of group. No
> matter what social media approach we choose to take, we are all in it for
> the same reason, to build the National Federation of the Blind and the
> blindness community!
> Best,
> Vee Gaspa
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: chelsea peahl <chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>
> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 6:05 PM
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Veronica R Gaspa <veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>
> Hello all,
> Shouldn?t this be done with NFB and NABS approval? For example, the group
> created has approval.
>
> Chelsea Peahl
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 4:01 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> Good evening Nabsters!
>> I have just created a new NABS group on Facebook. The differences between
>> this group and the one that was made a few weeks ago are:
>> Every person does not have to be approved to join the group, whether you
>> want to be super active in NABS, or just check out resources you can join
>> the group.
>> Secondly, your post does not have to await moderator approval. If you have
>> technology problems at midnight you can post, and it will be live right
>> away. In the other group a moderator may not see it until a day later, and
>> it may be too late.
>> This group will be updated frequently with NABS information and updates.
>> To join the group search on Facebook for: NABS: a resource for blind
>> students.
>> Or use the following link:
>> https://m.facebook.com/groups/4405289230479922
>> I hope this group renders helpful to many of you!
>>
>> Best,
>> Vee Gaspa
>>
>>
>> Vee Gaspa
>> President, New Jersey Association of Blind Students Brother, Alpha Phi
>> Omega Writer, the Setonian
>> Phone: 434-989-1868
>> Email:
>> veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu<mailto:veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>> Remember, you can live the life you want!
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> NABS-L mailing list
>> NABS-L at nfbnet.org
>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nabs-l_nfbnet.org
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> Message: 21
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> Subject: [NABS-L] Fwd: Special Call Via Learning Ally:Fwd: CSP
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> Message: 22
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 18:56:55 -0400
> From: Chris Nusbaum <cnusbaumnfb at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
> Message-ID: <775E8517-7666-4997-8E3E-AF87486A3EB7 at gmail.com>
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> It sounds to me like this group is meant to be more of an unofficial open
> forum for the exchange of ideas and information among NABS members. These
> kinds of pages and groups are common in social media, most notably in the
> form of the unofficial "fan pages" or Twitter accounts which fans of
> musicians and other celebrities have created over the years. In our own
> community, someone created a Facebook group about a year ago for NFB members
> and supporters, which I believe was called "NFB Fans." As far as I know the
> group was never officially endorsed by our national office, but there are
> quite a few members in it, though traffic has decreased in recent months. Of
> course official announcements from NABS would need to be sent through NABS's
> official communication portals, but I don't see anything wrong with another
> resource being out there for our members, even if it's not endorsed by the
> organization officially.
>
> My two cents,
>
> Chris Nusbaum
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 6:26 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> While I understand where Chelsea is coming from, I have never seen a
>> policy that says we need approval to create social media groups, and
>> Facebook is an open forum. I was just taking initiative, and if people
>> want to join both groups, there is no reason they cant. Furthermore, this
>> was not created to conflict with the other group, this is simply a
>> different style of group. No matter what social media approach we choose
>> to take, we are all in it for the same reason, to build the National
>> Federation of the Blind and the blindness community!
>> Best,
>> Vee Gaspa
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: chelsea peahl <chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>
>> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 6:05 PM
>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Veronica R Gaspa <veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>>
>> Hello all,
>> Shouldn?t this be done with NFB and NABS approval? For example, the group
>> created has approval.
>>
>> Chelsea Peahl
>>
>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 4:01 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>
>>> Good evening Nabsters!
>>> I have just created a new NABS group on Facebook. The differences between
>>> this group and the one that was made a few weeks ago are:
>>> Every person does not have to be approved to join the group, whether you
>>> want to be super active in NABS, or just check out resources you can join
>>> the group.
>>> Secondly, your post does not have to await moderator approval. If you
>>> have technology problems at midnight you can post, and it will be live
>>> right away. In the other group a moderator may not see it until a day
>>> later, and it may be too late.
>>> This group will be updated frequently with NABS information and updates.
>>> To join the group search on Facebook for: NABS: a resource for blind
>>> students.
>>> Or use the following link:
>>> https://m.facebook.com/groups/4405289230479922
>>> I hope this group renders helpful to many of you!
>>>
>>> Best,
>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>
>>>
>>> Vee Gaspa
>>> President, New Jersey Association of Blind Students Brother, Alpha Phi
>>> Omega Writer, the Setonian
>>> Phone: 434-989-1868
>>> Email:
>>> veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu<mailto:veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>>> Remember, you can live the life you want!
>>>
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>
> Message: 23
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 16:05:42 -0700
> From: Santiago H <santiago.blue.hernandez at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
> Message-ID: <1F9C327F-C641-4324-9DF3-FB8C199769A4 at gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
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> I agree. I don't see anything wrong with having an unofficial group in which
> resources can be provided and in which students, including those who are
> interested in joining NABS, can have discussions. I don't think there should
> be a problem as long as no policy is being violated.
>
> Santiago
>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 3:56 PM, Chris Nusbaum via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> It sounds to me like this group is meant to be more of an unofficial open
>> forum for the exchange of ideas and information among NABS members. These
>> kinds of pages and groups are common in social media, most notably in the
>> form of the unofficial "fan pages" or Twitter accounts which fans of
>> musicians and other celebrities have created over the years. In our own
>> community, someone created a Facebook group about a year ago for NFB
>> members and supporters, which I believe was called "NFB Fans." As far as I
>> know the group was never officially endorsed by our national office, but
>> there are quite a few members in it, though traffic has decreased in
>> recent months. Of course official announcements from NABS would need to be
>> sent through NABS's official communication portals, but I don't see
>> anything wrong with another resource being out there for our members, even
>> if it's not endorsed by the organization officially.
>>
>> My two cents,
>>
>> Chris Nusbaum
>>
>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 6:26 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>
>>> While I understand where Chelsea is coming from, I have never seen a
>>> policy that says we need approval to create social media groups, and
>>> Facebook is an open forum. I was just taking initiative, and if people
>>> want to join both groups, there is no reason they cant. Furthermore, this
>>> was not created to conflict with the other group, this is simply a
>>> different style of group. No matter what social media approach we choose
>>> to take, we are all in it for the same reason, to build the National
>>> Federation of the Blind and the blindness community!
>>> Best,
>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: chelsea peahl <chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>
>>> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 6:05 PM
>>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: Veronica R Gaspa <veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>>> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>>>
>>> Hello all,
>>> Shouldn?t this be done with NFB and NABS approval? For example, the group
>>> created has approval.
>>>
>>> Chelsea Peahl
>>>
>>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 4:01 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Good evening Nabsters!
>>>> I have just created a new NABS group on Facebook. The differences
>>>> between this group and the one that was made a few weeks ago are:
>>>> Every person does not have to be approved to join the group, whether you
>>>> want to be super active in NABS, or just check out resources you can
>>>> join the group.
>>>> Secondly, your post does not have to await moderator approval. If you
>>>> have technology problems at midnight you can post, and it will be live
>>>> right away. In the other group a moderator may not see it until a day
>>>> later, and it may be too late.
>>>> This group will be updated frequently with NABS information and updates.
>>>> To join the group search on Facebook for: NABS: a resource for blind
>>>> students.
>>>> Or use the following link:
>>>> https://m.facebook.com/groups/4405289230479922
>>>> I hope this group renders helpful to many of you!
>>>>
>>>> Best,
>>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>> President, New Jersey Association of Blind Students Brother, Alpha Phi
>>>> Omega Writer, the Setonian
>>>> Phone: 434-989-1868
>>>> Email:
>>>> veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu<mailto:veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>>>> Remember, you can live the life you want!
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> NABS-L mailing list
>>>> NABS-L at nfbnet.org
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nabs-l_nfbnet.org
>>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>>>> NABS-L:
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nabs-l_nfbnet.org/chelsea.peahl%40ho
>>>> tmail.com
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>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 24
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 18:06:05 -0500
> From: Rex Schuttler <rexschuttler at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Amy Sabo <amieelsabo at gmail.com>, Sarah Meyer
> <sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] CONFERENCE CALL - NABS Code of Conduct (Sunday,
> April 22, at 8pm eastern)
> Message-ID: <DB8D9288-E082-4D62-9088-BDF4D7562C68 at gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
>
> All affiliates, divisions, and chapters are supposed to adopt this code of
> conduct.
>
> Rex Schuttler
> Second Vice President of the national Federation of the blind of Oklahoma
> cell phone number
> 918-955-6761
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 4:54 PM, Amy Sabo via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> hello sarah and all,
>>
>> yes, this is a good topic and, I too am glad that the national nfb and
>> president ricabanno has finally decided to use this code of conduct in
>> the organization! I do hope that we can use this code of conduct in
>> all of the umbrellas of the nfb in the local, state, and national
>> levels too not just through nabs. I believe this is a time in the
>> communications society due to the metoo movement in the entertainment
>> industry and, especially in all organizations that we need this code
>> of conduct! it's time that the nfb decided to do this! a code of
>> conduct or ethics involved in allbusinesses and organizations public,
>> private, or nonprofit. thanks again and, I will try to call in if
>> possible. if not then I will now just voice my views here....
>>
>>
>>
>> hugs,
>> amy
>>
>>> On 4/22/18, Sarah Meyer via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> Dear Kathryn and all,
>>> Thank you from the bottom of my heart for adopting this code of
>>> conduct. I sincerely hope that all other divisions, affiliates,
>>> chapters, and the National Division as a whole are planning to adopt
>>> this code of conduct if it hasn't already been done. I also sincerely
>>> hope that our training centers will adopt this code of conduct. I
>>> especially appreciate that you are addressing concerns about diversity
>>> and inclusion, sexual assault and harassment, and procedures for
>>> handling complaints. It is high time that we had some structure and
>>> accountability like this in place and I am truly grateful to you and
>>> President Riccobono for taking these important steps to protect the
>>> members of our organization, the integrity of what we do, and our
>>> reputation as a whole. I have so much respect, gratitude, and
>>> admiration for you for taking these important steps.
>>>
>>> I may be reaching out with individual questions as I may not be able
>>> to participate in this call tonight. For now, I just wanted to express
>>> publicly my deepest gratitude.
>>>
>>> All the best,
>>>
>>> Sarah
>>>
>>> Message: 5
>>> Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2018 23:04:10 -0400
>>> From: "Kathryn Webster, President, National Association of Blind
>>> Students" <
>>> nabs.president at gmail.com>
>>> To: "'National Association of Blind Students mailing list'"
>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>,
>>> <
>>> nfbnet-students at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: "'Syed Rizvi'" <
>>> syedrizvinfb at gmail.com>,
>>> <michael.ausbun at gmail.com>,
>>> <
>>> chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>,
>>> "'Cody
>>> Beardslee'" <
>>> codybeardslee at gmail.com>,
>>> <
>>> ShannonCantan.nfb at gmail.com>,
>>> "'Dustin Cather'" <
>>> cather.dustin at gmail.com>,
>>> <
>>> bjduarte at asu.edu>,
>>> <williams.tarik20 at gmail.com>
>>> Subject: [NABS-L] CONFERENCE CALL - NABS Code of Conduct (Sunday,
>>> April 22, at 8pm eastern)
>>> Message-ID: <01cd01d3d52f$9830f1c0$c892d540$@
>>> gmail.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>>>
>>> Students,
>>>
>>> On Thursday, March 9, 2018, the National Association of Blind Students
>>> (NABS) Board adopted the below Code of Conduct as Federation policy. As
>>> our
>>> organization puts a concerted emphasis on diversity, inclusion,
>>> equality,
>>> and respect, our members and leaders are expected to abide by the below
>>> Code
>>> in carrying out the mission and purpose of the National Federation of
>>> the
>>> Blind. We are grateful to President Riccobono and the National Board of
>>> Directors for spearheading efforts to explicitly adopt a Federation Code
>>> of
>>> Conduct as we continue improving the lives of blind people.
>>>
>>> I invite each of you to not only read, but understand the NABS Code of
>>> Conduct as outlined. As stated, we do not tolerate harassment, assault,
>>> discrimination, or behavior unbecoming to any of our members. This Code
>>> of
>>> Conduct sets forth a minimum standard; forcing all of us to reflect and
>>> make
>>> choices each and every day. I am incredibly passionate about the
>>> initiative
>>> undertaken and am glad that our students are encouraged and expected to
>>> follow the standards. Thus, I am interested in questions, concerns,
>>> hesitations, etc. Our members are the core of our greater organization;
>>> and
>>> as such, vital in the progression of NABS and the National Federation of
>>> the
>>> Blind.
>>>
>>> On Sunday, April 22, at 8pm eastern, we are hosting a call to discuss
>>> the
>>> adopted policies as a means of transparency and accountability to each
>>> of
>>> us. I encourage you to join President Riccobono and myself, as well as
>>> our
>>> NABS Board, to dissect the below material and voice any questions you
>>> may
>>> have. While the standards outlined within the Code of Conduct were
>>> expected
>>> prior to the formal adoption, we should place a high priority on
>>> personally
>>> comprehending the guidelines.
>>>
>>> When - Sunday, April 22
>>>
>>> Time - 8pm eastern
>>>
>>> Where - NABS line; 712-770-5197,,265669.
>>>
>>> I'm here to address any questions before, after, or during! I thank you
>>> for
>>> your time, energy, and outstanding participation in the National
>>> Association
>>> of Blind students!
>>>
>>> NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS CODE OF CONDUCT
>>>
>>> I. Introduction
>>>
>>> The National Association of Blind Students is part of a nationwide
>>> community
>>> of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the
>>> nation's
>>> blind. The Federation 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. To help carry out the Federation's vital mission, this Code of
>>> Conduct
>>> sets forth policies and standards that all members, especially
>>> Federation
>>> leaders, are expected to adopt and follow.
>>>
>>> II. Diversity Policy
>>>
>>> The National Association of Blind Students embraces diversity and full
>>> participation as core values in its mission to achieve equality,
>>> opportunity, and security for the blind. We are committed to building
>>> and
>>> maintaining a national division that is unified in its priorities and
>>> programs and is directed by the membership. We respect differences of
>>> opinion, beliefs, identities, and other characteristics that demonstrate
>>> that blind people are a diverse cross section of society. Furthermore,
>>> the
>>> division is dedicated to continuing to establish new methods of
>>> membership
>>> and leadership development that reflect the diversity of the entire
>>> blind
>>> community. In promoting a diverse and growing organization, we expect
>>> integrity and honesty in our relationships with each other and openness
>>> to
>>> learning about and experiencing cultural diversity. We believe that
>>> these
>>> qualities are crucial to fostering social and intellectual maturity.
>>> Intellectual maturity also requires individual struggle with unfamiliar
>>> ideas. We recognize that our views and convictions will be challenged,
>>> and
>>> we expect this challenge to take place in a climate of tolerance and
>>> mutual
>>> respect in order to maintain a united organization. While we encourage
>>> the
>>> exchange of differing ideas and experiences, we do not condone the use
>>> of
>>> demeaning, derogatory, or discriminatory language, action, or any other
>>> form
>>> of expression intended to marginalize an individual or group. The
>>> National
>>> Association of Blind Students does not tolerate discrimination on the
>>> basis
>>> of race, creed, color, religion, gender identity and expression, sexual
>>> orientation, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, genetic
>>> information, disability, or any other characteristic or intersectionality
>>> of
>>> characteristics.
>>>
>>> III. Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy
>>>
>>> The National Association of Blind Students will not tolerate
>>> discrimination
>>> on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender identity and
>>> expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, marital
>>> status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic
>>> or
>>> intersectionality of characteristics. Harassment on the basis of any of
>>> these characteristics similarly will not be tolerated. Although this Code
>>> of
>>> Conduct establishes a minimum standard prohibiting discrimination and
>>> harassment, nothing in this Code should be interpreted to limit in any
>>> way a
>>> person's right to report abuse or harassment to law enforcement when
>>> appropriate.
>>>
>>> Sexual harassment is prohibited by state and federal law and also will
>>> not
>>> be tolerated by the National Association of Blind Students. Complaints
>>> of
>>> harassment may be lodged by a female against a male, by a female against
>>> a
>>> female, by a male against a male, or by a male against a female. Sexual
>>> harassment is defined as "unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual
>>> favors, sexually motivated physical contact, or other verbal or physical
>>> conduct or communication of a sexual nature." The following conduct is
>>> either considered conduct that by itself is sexual harassment, or that
>>> has
>>> the potential risk of causing sexual harassment to occur, and this
>>> conduct
>>> is therefore prohibited:
>>>
>>> * unwelcome inappropriate physical contact or
>>> touching;
>>>
>>> * repeating of sexually suggestive
>>> jokes/references/innuendoes and comments about an individual's
>>> body/sexual
>>> prowess/physical attributes/dress;
>>>
>>> * the use of sexually derogatory
>>> language/pictures/videos toward/about another person;
>>>
>>> * the use of inappropriate sexual gestures;
>>>
>>> * sexually suggestive propositions; and
>>>
>>> * explicit or implicit threats that failure to
>>> submit
>>> will have negative consequences.
>>>
>>> Under this policy, harassment can be verbal, written, or physical
>>> conduct
>>> that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual
>>> because
>>> of his or her race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
>>> identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital
>>> status,
>>> citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected
>>> by
>>> law; or that of his or her relatives, friends, or associates, and that
>>> a)
>>> has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or
>>> offensive
>>> environment; b) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering
>>> with
>>> an individual's performance or involvement in the organization; or c)
>>> otherwise adversely affects an individual's opportunities for
>>> participation/advancement in the organization.
>>>
>>> Harassing conduct includes epithets, slurs, or negative stereotyping;
>>> threatening, intimidating or hostile acts including bullying;
>>> denigrating
>>> jokes; and written or graphic material that denigrates or shows hostility
>>> or
>>> aversion toward an individual or group that is placed on walls or
>>> elsewhere
>>> on the organization's premises or circulated by email, phone (including
>>> voice messages), text messages, social networking sites, or other means.
>>>
>>> IV. Social Media and Web Policy
>>>
>>> All members of the Federation, but especially officers of National
>>> Association of Blind Students, should follow these recommended
>>> guidelines
>>> when making comments online, posting to a blog, using
>>> Facebook/Twitter/LinkedIn/YouTube/Pinterest/Instagram/similar tools,
>>> and/or
>>> using other platforms that fall under the definition of social media:
>>>
>>> * Promote the mission and branding message of the organization
>>> in
>>> comments/posts.
>>>
>>> * Recognize that you are morally and legally responsible for
>>> comments/pictures posted online.
>>>
>>> * Be aware that the audience includes members and nonmembers of
>>> the
>>> NFB, both youth and adults, representing diverse cultures and
>>> backgrounds.
>>>
>>> * Refrain from using profanity/derogatory language.
>>>
>>> * Post/respond with integrity. Though you may disagree with a
>>> post,
>>> be respectful and factual. Do not fight or air personal grievances
>>> online.
>>>
>>> * Do not post materials that are inappropriate for
>>> children/minors
>>> to view/share/read.
>>>
>>> V. Conflict of Interest Policy
>>>
>>> Each National Association of Blind Students officer (hereafter national
>>> division leader) is expected to take appropriate responsibility to
>>> protect
>>> the Federation from misappropriation or mismanagement of Federation
>>> funds
>>> (including funds of the division in which the national division leader
>>> assumes a leadership role).
>>>
>>> Each national division leader is expected to disclose the existence of
>>> any
>>> potentially conflicting personal financial interest or relationship to
>>> the
>>> full National Association of Blind Students Board of Directors and seek
>>> its
>>> review and approval, as specified below. For example:
>>>
>>> * A national division leader must seek board review and approval
>>> of
>>> his or her receipt of salary or compensation of any kind from the
>>> Federation
>>> (including an affiliate, chapter, or division).
>>>
>>> * A national division leader must seek board review and approval
>>> of
>>> receipt by his or her spouse, parent, child, sibling, or other close
>>> relative of salary or compensation of any kind from the Federation
>>> (including an affiliate, chapter, or division).
>>>
>>> * A national division leader must seek board review and approval
>>> of
>>> any ownership interest exceeding 5 percent in or of any salary,
>>> compensation, commission, or significant tangible gift from any
>>> commercial
>>> venture doing business or seeking to do business with the Federation
>>> (including an affiliate, chapter, or division). This process will also
>>> apply
>>> to the review of such interests involving spouses, parents, children,
>>> siblings, or other close relatives.
>>>
>>> * In reviewing matters brought pursuant to this section, the
>>> division officer seeking division board review and approval will refrain
>>> from voting.
>>>
>>> * Each national division leader shall take appropriate steps to
>>> avoid unauthorized or inaccurate appearances or official endorsement by
>>> the
>>> Federation (including an affiliate, chapter, or division) of any
>>> product,
>>> service, or activity that has not been so endorsed. For example, because
>>> the
>>> Federation never endorses political parties or candidates for elected
>>> office, any national division leader participating in the political
>>> process
>>> must take care to avoid creating an appearance of official Federation
>>> endorsement.
>>>
>>> VI. Policy While Interacting with Minors
>>>
>>> For purposes of this Code of Conduct and consistent with most legal
>>> standards, a minor is any individual under the age of eighteen. While
>>> interacting with any minor, a national division officer shall recognize
>>> that
>>> a minor cannot legally give consent for any purpose even if said minor
>>> is
>>> verbally or otherwise expressing consent. For example, a minor may say
>>> that
>>> he/ or she consents to physical interaction. However, such consent is
>>> not
>>> valid or legal and should not be accepted. A parent or guardian must be
>>> informed and consulted about any action requiring consent from the minor.
>>> A
>>> national division leader shall report any inappropriate interactions
>>> between
>>> adults and minors to the minor's parents and law enforcement when
>>> appropriate.
>>>
>>> VII. Alcohol and Drug Policy
>>>
>>> Although alcoholic beverages are served at some Federation social
>>> functions,
>>> members and Federation leaders may not participate in any such functions
>>> in
>>> a condition that prevents them from participating safely and from
>>> conducting
>>> Federation business effectively or that might cause embarrassment to or
>>> damage the reputation of the Federation. The Federation prohibits the
>>> possession, sale, purchase, delivery, dispensing, use, or transfer of
>>> illegal substances on Federation property or at Federation functions.
>>>
>>> VIII. Other General Principles
>>>
>>> In addition to the other policies and standards set-forth herein,
>>> officers
>>> of the National Association of Blind Students (hereafter national
>>> division
>>> leaders) shall adhere to the following standards:
>>>
>>> * National division leaders shall practice accountability and
>>> transparency in all activities and transactions.
>>>
>>> * National division leaders shall foster a welcoming environment
>>> at
>>> NFB meetings, events, and conferences that is a cooperative and
>>> productive
>>> atmosphere for all members and nonmembers.
>>>
>>> * National division leaders shall interact with NFB staff in a
>>> professional manner and follow proper channels of authority and
>>> communication.
>>>
>>> * National division leaders shall positively promote the NFB
>>> through
>>> verbal and written communication.
>>>
>>> * Whenever possible, national division leaders and members are
>>> strongly encouraged to handle conflicts or complaints involving other
>>> members privately, directly, and respectfully. Nothing in this standard
>>> is
>>> intended to limit a national division leader's or member's right to
>>> pursue
>>> organizational change through appropriate methods or to limit anyone's
>>> right
>>> to file a complaint for violation of this Code when necessary.
>>>
>>> IX. Violations and Complaint Procedure
>>>
>>> Violations of this Code of Conduct, after first being established
>>> through
>>> the process set-forth below, are subject to disciplinary action by the
>>> Federation. Such disciplinary actions may include but are not limited to
>>> counselling, verbal and/or written reprimand, probation, suspension or
>>> termination of officer/leadership duties, and/or suspension or expulsion
>>> from the Federation.
>>>
>>> * Any complaint for a violation of this Code of Conduct shall be
>>> filed with the national division president. The national division
>>> president
>>> shall appoint a committee of no more than four persons to investigate
>>> the
>>> complaint and provide a recommendation for action or lack thereof. The
>>> committee shall be comprised of persons not directly involved in the
>>> matters
>>> being raised and who can be completely unbiased about the individuals
>>> and
>>> issues addressed in the complaint. Every effort shall be made to appoint
>>> a
>>> committee reflecting the broad diversity of individuals in the
>>> Federation.
>>> The national division president shall inform the national President in a
>>> timely fashion of any complaints filed and report on the resolution of
>>> such
>>> complaints.
>>>
>>> * Complaints shall be treated as confidential in order to
>>> protect
>>> the identity and reputation of the person about whom the complaint is
>>> filed
>>> and the person filing the complaint.
>>>
>>> * All complaints shall be filed as promptly as possible. Except
>>> under extreme circumstances, no complaint shall be accepted or
>>> investigated
>>> after a year from the time of the alleged violation of this Code.
>>>
>>> * Complaints that turn out to be false and used for the purpose
>>> of
>>> harassing, intimidating, or retaliating against someone will be subject
>>> to
>>> the same kind of disciplinary action enumerated above.
>>>
>>> * Any person dissatisfied with the resolution of a complaint may
>>> file an appeal with the National Association of Blind Students Board of
>>> Directors, which may, in its discretion, take such action as it deems
>>> necessary. If a person is still dissatisfied, such person may raise the
>>> matter to the national board of directors, which may, in its discretion,
>>> take whatever action it deems necessary. No national or state board
>>> member
>>> shall participate in the consideration of an appeal under this Code if
>>> such
>>> board member is the subject of the complaint or if such board member
>>> cannot
>>> be completely unbiased, impartial, and fair while considering the
>>> matter.
>>>
>>> X. Minimum Standard
>>>
>>> This Code of Conduct is intended to recite a minimum set of standards
>>> expected of Federation members. It sets forth the spirit that the
>>> Federation
>>> expects of all of its participants toward each other and toward those
>>> who
>>> work with the Federation at all of its levels. It is intended to be
>>> interpreted broadly to instill a respectful, cooperative, and welcoming
>>> spirit in members and in the activities of the Federation.
>>>
>>> XI. Federation Pledge and Acknowledgement of Code of Conduct
>>>
>>> I, (national division leader), pledge to participate actively in the
>>> efforts
>>> of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality,
>>> opportunity,
>>> and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the
>>> Federation; and to abide by its Constitution. I further acknowledge that
>>> I
>>> have read this Code of Conduct and that I will follow its policies,
>>> standards, and principles.
>>>
>>> Sincerely,
>>>
>>> Kathryn C. Webster
>>>
>>> President | National Association of Blind Students
>>>
>>> A proud division of the National Federation of the Blind
>>>
>>> (203) 273-8463
>>>
>>> Nabs.president at gmail.com
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> --
>>> Sarah K. Meyer
>>> Graduate Student, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
>>> Ball State University
>>> sarah.meyer55 at gmail.com
>>> (317)402-6632
>>>
>>> The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
>>> characteristic that defines you or your future. You can live the life
>>> you want; blindness is not what holds you back. Together with love,
>>> hope, and determination, we transform dreams into reality.
>>>
>>> _______________________________________________
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>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
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>>>
>>
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>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 25
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 17:09:55 -0600
> From: Amy Sabo <amieelsabo at gmail.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
> Message-ID:
> <CAOF1yXG0rHRjCrJyEUAf=mwHum=_UYznWvfBWpOqQs8g9Goscw at mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> hello chris and all,
>
> as to having a another group for nabs on facebook is a good idea imo..
> in all means of social media fb has many groups and pages for all
> kinds of organizations, business, and companies. it's just a another
> way for pr work and, also for networking and socializing in the
> internet community! we all need many kinds of ways to interact with
> each other and, also to educate the public and society on blindness
> and the nfb! it's just good business imo...
>
>
> just my 3 cents worth in the pr perspective:)
>
>
>
> hugs,
> amy
>
> On 4/22/18, Chris Nusbaum via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> It sounds to me like this group is meant to be more of an unofficial open
>> forum for the exchange of ideas and information among NABS members. These
>> kinds of pages and groups are common in social media, most notably in the
>> form of the unofficial "fan pages" or Twitter accounts which fans of
>> musicians and other celebrities have created over the years. In our own
>> community, someone created a Facebook group about a year ago for NFB
>> members
>> and supporters, which I believe was called "NFB Fans." As far as I know
>> the
>> group was never officially endorsed by our national office, but there are
>> quite a few members in it, though traffic has decreased in recent months.
>> Of
>> course official announcements from NABS would need to be sent through
>> NABS's
>> official communication portals, but I don't see anything wrong with
>> another
>> resource being out there for our members, even if it's not endorsed by
>> the
>> organization officially.
>>
>> My two cents,
>>
>> Chris Nusbaum
>>
>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 6:26 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>
>>> While I understand where Chelsea is coming from, I have never seen a
>>> policy that says we need approval to create social media groups, and
>>> Facebook is an open forum. I was just taking initiative, and if people
>>> want to join both groups, there is no reason they cant. Furthermore,
>>> this
>>> was not created to conflict with the other group, this is simply a
>>> different style of group. No matter what social media approach we choose
>>> to take, we are all in it for the same reason, to build the National
>>> Federation of the Blind and the blindness community!
>>> Best,
>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: chelsea peahl <chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>
>>> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 6:05 PM
>>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: Veronica R Gaspa <veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>>> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>>>
>>> Hello all,
>>> Shouldn?t this be done with NFB and NABS approval? For example, the
>>> group
>>> created has approval.
>>>
>>> Chelsea Peahl
>>>
>>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 4:01 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Good evening Nabsters!
>>>> I have just created a new NABS group on Facebook. The differences
>>>> between
>>>> this group and the one that was made a few weeks ago are:
>>>> Every person does not have to be approved to join the group, whether
>>>> you
>>>> want to be super active in NABS, or just check out resources you can
>>>> join
>>>> the group.
>>>> Secondly, your post does not have to await moderator approval. If you
>>>> have technology problems at midnight you can post, and it will be live
>>>> right away. In the other group a moderator may not see it until a day
>>>> later, and it may be too late.
>>>> This group will be updated frequently with NABS information and
>>>> updates.
>>>> To join the group search on Facebook for: NABS: a resource for blind
>>>> students.
>>>> Or use the following link:
>>>> https://m.facebook.com/groups/4405289230479922
>>>> I hope this group renders helpful to many of you!
>>>>
>>>> Best,
>>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>> President, New Jersey Association of Blind Students Brother, Alpha Phi
>>>> Omega Writer, the Setonian
>>>> Phone: 434-989-1868
>>>> Email:
>>>> veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu<mailto:veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>>>> Remember, you can live the life you want!
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> NABS-L mailing list
>>>> NABS-L at nfbnet.org
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nabs-l_nfbnet.org
>>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>>>> NABS-L:
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nabs-l_nfbnet.org/chelsea.peahl%40ho
>>>> tmail.com
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>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
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>>
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>>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 26
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 19:55:55 -0400
> From: "Kathryn Webster, President, National Association of Blind
> Students" <nabs.president at gmail.com>
> To: "'National Association of Blind Students mailing list'"
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: "'Amy Sabo'" <amieelsabo at gmail.com>, "'President, National
> Federation of the Blind'" <OfficeOfThePresident at nfb.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
> Message-ID: <031d01d3da95$749720c0$5dc56240$@gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
>
> Good evening everyone!
>
> Sorry I did not chime in sooner, as I was on a flight back from an
> energizing regional student seminar in Chicago! I love the enthusiasm behind
> providing as many resources to blind students as possible. In fact, let's
> have these conversation surrounding the most effective way to spread our
> message and share our experiences on the world of Facebook. I don't think
> that necessarily should mean having two Facebook groups separately. I think
> we could explore having a more vibrant and resourceful NABS group, as
> promoted a few weeks ago. Most notably, let's talk about how to make the
> NABS group more inclusive, welcoming, and available. Maybe this means having
> less restrictions on posts, or maybe it means having more group moderators
> to manage the traffic. Whatever it may look like, let's talk about it!
>
> It is important to also note that, while sharing the NABS brand far and wide
> is critical in meeting our organization's mission, the use of the NABS name
> in a formal manner, particularly on social media, should be discussed with
> and approved by both our national president, Mr. Riccobono, and our national
> student board. I encourage students to voice how we can improve the sharing
> of ideas in all ways beneficial to students.
>
> Thanks; and I hope to chat with you in five minutes on our Code of Conduct
> call!
>
> Love,
> Kathryn
>
> Kathryn C. Webster
> President | National association of Blind Students
> (203) 273-8463
> Nabs.president at gmail.com
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: NABS-L [mailto:nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Amy Sabo via
> NABS-L
> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 7:10 PM
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Amy Sabo <amieelsabo at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>
> hello chris and all,
>
> as to having a another group for nabs on facebook is a good idea imo..
> in all means of social media fb has many groups and pages for all kinds of
> organizations, business, and companies. it's just a another way for pr work
> and, also for networking and socializing in the internet community! we all
> need many kinds of ways to interact with each other and, also to educate the
> public and society on blindness and the nfb! it's just good business
> imo...
>
>
> just my 3 cents worth in the pr perspective:)
>
>
>
> hugs,
> amy
>
> On 4/22/18, Chris Nusbaum via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> It sounds to me like this group is meant to be more of an unofficial
>> open forum for the exchange of ideas and information among NABS
>> members. These kinds of pages and groups are common in social media,
>> most notably in the form of the unofficial "fan pages" or Twitter
>> accounts which fans of musicians and other celebrities have created
>> over the years. In our own community, someone created a Facebook group
>> about a year ago for NFB members and supporters, which I believe was
>> called "NFB Fans." As far as I know the group was never officially
>> endorsed by our national office, but there are quite a few members in
>> it, though traffic has decreased in recent months. Of course official
>> announcements from NABS would need to be sent through NABS's official
>> communication portals, but I don't see anything wrong with another
>> resource being out there for our members, even if it's not endorsed by the
>> organization officially.
>>
>> My two cents,
>>
>> Chris Nusbaum
>>
>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 6:26 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>
>>> While I understand where Chelsea is coming from, I have never seen a
>>> policy that says we need approval to create social media groups, and
>>> Facebook is an open forum. I was just taking initiative, and if
>>> people want to join both groups, there is no reason they cant.
>>> Furthermore, this was not created to conflict with the other group,
>>> this is simply a different style of group. No matter what social
>>> media approach we choose to take, we are all in it for the same
>>> reason, to build the National Federation of the Blind and the blindness
>>> community!
>>> Best,
>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: chelsea peahl <chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>
>>> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 6:05 PM
>>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: Veronica R Gaspa <veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>>> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>>>
>>> Hello all,
>>> Shouldn?t this be done with NFB and NABS approval? For example, the
>>> group created has approval.
>>>
>>> Chelsea Peahl
>>>
>>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 4:01 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Good evening Nabsters!
>>>> I have just created a new NABS group on Facebook. The differences
>>>> between this group and the one that was made a few weeks ago are:
>>>> Every person does not have to be approved to join the group, whether
>>>> you want to be super active in NABS, or just check out resources you
>>>> can join the group.
>>>> Secondly, your post does not have to await moderator approval. If
>>>> you have technology problems at midnight you can post, and it will
>>>> be live right away. In the other group a moderator may not see it
>>>> until a day later, and it may be too late.
>>>> This group will be updated frequently with NABS information and
>>>> updates.
>>>> To join the group search on Facebook for: NABS: a resource for blind
>>>> students.
>>>> Or use the following link:
>>>> https://m.facebook.com/groups/4405289230479922
>>>> I hope this group renders helpful to many of you!
>>>>
>>>> Best,
>>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>> President, New Jersey Association of Blind Students Brother, Alpha
>>>> Phi Omega Writer, the Setonian
>>>> Phone: 434-989-1868
>>>> Email:
>>>> veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu<mailto:veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu
>>>> > Remember, you can live the life you want!
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> NABS-L mailing list
>>>> NABS-L at nfbnet.org
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nabs-l_nfbnet.org
>>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info
>>>> for
>>>> NABS-L:
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nabs-l_nfbnet.org/chelsea.peahl%40
>>>> ho
>>>> tmail.com
>>> _______________________________________________
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>>> NABS-L at nfbnet.org
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>>> il.com
>>
>> _______________________________________________
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>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
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>> .com
>>
>
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>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 27
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 21:20:55 -0400
> From: Mikayla Gephart <mikgephart at icloud.com>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: "Kathryn Webster, President, National Association of Blind
> Students" <nabs.president at gmail.com>, "President, National Federation
> of the Blind" <OfficeOfThePresident at nfb.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
> Message-ID: <311FFEF4-397E-4C04-983C-0CCF61CA97A1 at icloud.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
>
> Hi Katherine and all,
>
> Thank you for this great discussion, and the wonderful conference call.
> After listening to the call and hearing the questions about social media, I
> think we need more discussion on this topic. Our goal is to educate people
> on our philosophy, but what we think might be helping might further dissuade
> people from joining. It sounds like we as an organization need to have
> further discussions on effective use of Social Media. The main question I
> ask myself when promoting our organization is ?could this negatively impact
> peoples? impressions of our organization?? However, everyone could benefit
> from learning more and discussing this topic.
>
> Thanks for the great discussions,
> Mikayla
>
>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 7:55 PM, Kathryn Webster, President, National
>> Association of Blind Students via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> Good evening everyone!
>>
>> Sorry I did not chime in sooner, as I was on a flight back from an
>> energizing regional student seminar in Chicago! I love the enthusiasm
>> behind providing as many resources to blind students as possible. In fact,
>> let's have these conversation surrounding the most effective way to spread
>> our message and share our experiences on the world of Facebook. I don't
>> think that necessarily should mean having two Facebook groups separately.
>> I think we could explore having a more vibrant and resourceful NABS group,
>> as promoted a few weeks ago. Most notably, let's talk about how to make
>> the NABS group more inclusive, welcoming, and available. Maybe this means
>> having less restrictions on posts, or maybe it means having more group
>> moderators to manage the traffic. Whatever it may look like, let's talk
>> about it!
>>
>> It is important to also note that, while sharing the NABS brand far and
>> wide is critical in meeting our organization's mission, the use of the
>> NABS name in a formal manner, particularly on social media, should be
>> discussed with and approved by both our national president, Mr. Riccobono,
>> and our national student board. I encourage students to voice how we can
>> improve the sharing of ideas in all ways beneficial to students.
>>
>> Thanks; and I hope to chat with you in five minutes on our Code of Conduct
>> call!
>>
>> Love,
>> Kathryn
>>
>> Kathryn C. Webster
>> President | National association of Blind Students
>> (203) 273-8463
>> Nabs.president at gmail.com
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: NABS-L [mailto:nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Amy Sabo via
>> NABS-L
>> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 7:10 PM
>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Amy Sabo <amieelsabo at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>>
>> hello chris and all,
>>
>> as to having a another group for nabs on facebook is a good idea imo..
>> in all means of social media fb has many groups and pages for all kinds of
>> organizations, business, and companies. it's just a another way for pr
>> work and, also for networking and socializing in the internet community!
>> we all need many kinds of ways to interact with each other and, also to
>> educate the public and society on blindness and the nfb! it's just good
>> business imo...
>>
>>
>> just my 3 cents worth in the pr perspective:)
>>
>>
>>
>> hugs,
>> amy
>>
>> On 4/22/18, Chris Nusbaum via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> It sounds to me like this group is meant to be more of an unofficial
>>> open forum for the exchange of ideas and information among NABS
>>> members. These kinds of pages and groups are common in social media,
>>> most notably in the form of the unofficial "fan pages" or Twitter
>>> accounts which fans of musicians and other celebrities have created
>>> over the years. In our own community, someone created a Facebook group
>>> about a year ago for NFB members and supporters, which I believe was
>>> called "NFB Fans." As far as I know the group was never officially
>>> endorsed by our national office, but there are quite a few members in
>>> it, though traffic has decreased in recent months. Of course official
>>> announcements from NABS would need to be sent through NABS's official
>>> communication portals, but I don't see anything wrong with another
>>> resource being out there for our members, even if it's not endorsed by
>>> the organization officially.
>>>
>>> My two cents,
>>>
>>> Chris Nusbaum
>>>
>>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 6:26 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> While I understand where Chelsea is coming from, I have never seen a
>>>> policy that says we need approval to create social media groups, and
>>>> Facebook is an open forum. I was just taking initiative, and if
>>>> people want to join both groups, there is no reason they cant.
>>>> Furthermore, this was not created to conflict with the other group,
>>>> this is simply a different style of group. No matter what social
>>>> media approach we choose to take, we are all in it for the same
>>>> reason, to build the National Federation of the Blind and the blindness
>>>> community!
>>>> Best,
>>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: chelsea peahl <chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>
>>>> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 6:05 PM
>>>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>>>> Cc: Veronica R Gaspa <veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>>>> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>>>>
>>>> Hello all,
>>>> Shouldn?t this be done with NFB and NABS approval? For example, the
>>>> group created has approval.
>>>>
>>>> Chelsea Peahl
>>>>
>>>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 4:01 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>>>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> Good evening Nabsters!
>>>>> I have just created a new NABS group on Facebook. The differences
>>>>> between this group and the one that was made a few weeks ago are:
>>>>> Every person does not have to be approved to join the group, whether
>>>>> you want to be super active in NABS, or just check out resources you
>>>>> can join the group.
>>>>> Secondly, your post does not have to await moderator approval. If
>>>>> you have technology problems at midnight you can post, and it will
>>>>> be live right away. In the other group a moderator may not see it
>>>>> until a day later, and it may be too late.
>>>>> This group will be updated frequently with NABS information and
>>>>> updates.
>>>>> To join the group search on Facebook for: NABS: a resource for blind
>>>>> students.
>>>>> Or use the following link:
>>>>> https://m.facebook.com/groups/4405289230479922
>>>>> I hope this group renders helpful to many of you!
>>>>>
>>>>> Best,
>>>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Vee Gaspa
>>>>> President, New Jersey Association of Blind Students Brother, Alpha
>>>>> Phi Omega Writer, the Setonian
>>>>> Phone: 434-989-1868
>>>>> Email:
>>>>> veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu<mailto:veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu
>>>>>> Remember, you can live the life you want!
>>>>>
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> Message: 28
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 20:28:39 -0500
> From: Jonathan Franks <jfranks at nfbtx.org>
> To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [NABS-L] Have you faced accessibility barriers in your Human
> Services field related internship?
> Message-ID:
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> Fellow Federationists,
>
> My name is Jonathan Franks and I am the 1st Vice President of the
> National Federation of the Blind Human Services Division and the
> Legislative and Advocacy chair for the division. In 2016, we as an
> organization passed a resolution to endeavor to make internships more
> accessible for blind students. I faced some accessibility barriers in
> 2015 for my Bachelor?s level internship and I will be taking on a
> Master?s level internship in the spring of 2019. On behalf of the
> Human Services Division, we are wanting to work alongside our National
> organization in working towards that goal. Therefore, if you are in
> the Human Services field and have faced accessibility barriers in your
> internship, I would love to hear from you. We ask that you write a
> letter regarding your internship barriers and email them to me at
> jfranks at nfbtx.org
> and I will pass them along to our Governmental affairs team and
> President Riccobono.
>
> I have pasted the language of the resolution passed in 2016 below my
> signature.
>
> Warm regards and thank you,
>
> Jonathan Franks BSW
> 1st Vice President
> National Federation of the Blind Human Services Division
> Graduate Student
> Masters of Social Work program
> Texas State University
>
> Resolution 2016-05
> Regarding Equal Access for Educational Internships
> WHEREAS, educational internships are often a curricular requirement
> for graduation from a college or university; and
> WHEREAS, educational internships can provide graduates with invaluable
> experiences and training that enhance graduates? likelihood of being
> hired in their chosen career fields; and
> WHEREAS, Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act
> prohibit colleges and universities from discrimination against and
> disparate treatment of individuals with disabilities, and ultimately
> mandate the provision of equal access to opportunities for such
> persons; and
> WHEREAS, Americans with Disabilities Act protections include
> off-campus educational internships offered as a part of a school?s
> programs, services, and benefits; and
> WHEREAS, blind students regularly face discrimination by college
> internship coordinators who fail to coordinate auxiliary aids for
> off-campus internships and mistakenly believe that blindness will
> limit a student?s ability to perform an internship: Now, therefore,
> BE IT RESOLVED by the National Federation of the Blind in Convention
> assembled this fourth day of July, 2016, in the City of Orlando,
> Florida, that this organization hereby condemn and deplore the actions
> of colleges and universities that have restricted blind students?
> participation in educational internships, required blind students to
> complete internships only with assistance from sighted peers, or
> denied accommodations within these internships; and
> BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we demand that colleges and universities
> implement procedures, train employees, and otherwise take active
> measures to ensure that educational internships are fully, equally,
> and independently accessible to blind students.
>
>
>
>
> --
> The National Federation of the Blind 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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> Message: 29
> Date: Sun, 22 Apr 2018 22:13:20 -0600
> From: Donald Winiecki <dwiniecki at handid.org>
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
> Message-ID:
> <CAD5OMmHYR-ns3n+oyNYobKyH2F85aLQ8tKd-bUxZR3_5zCpwHg at mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>
> Hi Mikayla and others,
>
> i
> ? came away from President Riccobono's debriefing with the idea that all
> members of the Federation are always somehow representing it, even when
> they are speaking for themselves. This is indeed a tricky idea especially
> in the free-flowing world of social media!
>
> I also came away from the call with a reinforced idea that the Federation
> is at its core an advocacy group that aims to influence public policy for
> the good of its members and all of society -- rights, common good, and
> justice/fairness are always goals for the Federation. President
> Riccobono's examples illustrated how past actions can continue to reflect
> badly on individuals and even the whole organization, and perhaps endanger
> its mission.
>
> He gave us personal experiences and some stories about members of the
> Federation that he considers to be both positive and negative models.
> However, perhaps those models do not exemplify the full range of
> possibilities that can emerge on social media and in other venues. I am
> curious if this is the point on which you would like to elaborate through
> discussion?
>
> In any case, perhaps we have an appropriate venue for this discussion right
> here in the listserv? I have conducted many focus groups in my profession
> (I am an academic sociologist) and and can help to facilitate such a thing
> here.
>
> Bur first, let's ask Katheryn and other leaders of NABS if they would
> support use of this listserv as a venue for such discussion? Katheryn?
>
> We can decide how to proceed once we know where we can lay out the issues
> to be brought back to President Riccobono.
>
> Best,
>
> _don
>
>
>
> On Sun, Apr 22, 2018 at 7:20 PM, Mikayla Gephart via NABS-L <
> nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
>> Hi Katherine and all,
>>
>> Thank you for this great discussion, and the wonderful conference
>> call. After listening to the call and hearing the questions about social
>> media, I think we need more discussion on this topic. Our goal is to
>> educate people on our philosophy, but what we think might be helping
>> might
>> further dissuade people from joining. It sounds like we as an
>> organization
>> need to have further discussions on effective use of Social Media. The
>> main
>> question I ask myself when promoting our organization is ?could this
>> negatively impact peoples? impressions of our organization?? However,
>> everyone could benefit from learning more and discussing this topic.
>>
>> Thanks for the great discussions,
>> Mikayla
>>
>> > On Apr 22, 2018, at 7:55 PM, Kathryn Webster, President, National
>> Association of Blind Students via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> >
>> > Good evening everyone!
>> >
>> > Sorry I did not chime in sooner, as I was on a flight back from an
>> energizing regional student seminar in Chicago! I love the enthusiasm
>> behind providing as many resources to blind students as possible. In
>> fact,
>> let's have these conversation surrounding the most effective way to
>> spread
>> our message and share our experiences on the world of Facebook. I don't
>> think that necessarily should mean having two Facebook groups separately.
>> I
>> think we could explore having a more vibrant and resourceful NABS group,
>> as
>> promoted a few weeks ago. Most notably, let's talk about how to make the
>> NABS group more inclusive, welcoming, and available. Maybe this means
>> having less restrictions on posts, or maybe it means having more group
>> moderators to manage the traffic. Whatever it may look like, let's talk
>> about it!
>> >
>> > It is important to also note that, while sharing the NABS brand far and
>> wide is critical in meeting our organization's mission, the use of the
>> NABS
>> name in a formal manner, particularly on social media, should be
>> discussed
>> with and approved by both our national president, Mr. Riccobono, and our
>> national student board. I encourage students to voice how we can improve
>> the sharing of ideas in all ways beneficial to students.
>> >
>> > Thanks; and I hope to chat with you in five minutes on our Code of
>> Conduct call!
>> >
>> > Love,
>> > Kathryn
>> >
>> > Kathryn C. Webster
>> > President | National association of Blind Students
>> > (203) 273-8463
>> > Nabs.president at gmail.com
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > -----Original Message-----
>> > From: NABS-L [mailto:nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Amy Sabo
>> via NABS-L
>> > Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 7:10 PM
>> > To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list <
>> nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> > Cc: Amy Sabo <amieelsabo at gmail.com>
>> > Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>> >
>> > hello chris and all,
>> >
>> > as to having a another group for nabs on facebook is a good idea imo..
>> > in all means of social media fb has many groups and pages for all kinds
>> of organizations, business, and companies. it's just a another way for pr
>> work and, also for networking and socializing in the internet community!
>> we all need many kinds of ways to interact with each other and, also to
>> educate the public and society on blindness and the nfb! it's just good
>> business imo...
>> >
>> >
>> > just my 3 cents worth in the pr perspective:)
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > hugs,
>> > amy
>> >
>> > On 4/22/18, Chris Nusbaum via NABS-L <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> >> It sounds to me like this group is meant to be more of an unofficial
>> >> open forum for the exchange of ideas and information among NABS
>> >> members. These kinds of pages and groups are common in social media,
>> >> most notably in the form of the unofficial "fan pages" or Twitter
>> >> accounts which fans of musicians and other celebrities have created
>> >> over the years. In our own community, someone created a Facebook group
>> >> about a year ago for NFB members and supporters, which I believe was
>> >> called "NFB Fans." As far as I know the group was never officially
>> >> endorsed by our national office, but there are quite a few members in
>> >> it, though traffic has decreased in recent months. Of course official
>> >> announcements from NABS would need to be sent through NABS's official
>> >> communication portals, but I don't see anything wrong with another
>> >> resource being out there for our members, even if it's not endorsed by
>> the organization officially.
>> >>
>> >> My two cents,
>> >>
>> >> Chris Nusbaum
>> >>
>> >>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 6:26 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>> >>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> >>>
>> >>> While I understand where Chelsea is coming from, I have never seen a
>> >>> policy that says we need approval to create social media groups, and
>> >>> Facebook is an open forum. I was just taking initiative, and if
>> >>> people want to join both groups, there is no reason they cant.
>> >>> Furthermore, this was not created to conflict with the other group,
>> >>> this is simply a different style of group. No matter what social
>> >>> media approach we choose to take, we are all in it for the same
>> >>> reason, to build the National Federation of the Blind and the
>> blindness community!
>> >>> Best,
>> >>> Vee Gaspa
>> >>>
>> >>>
>> >>> -----Original Message-----
>> >>> From: chelsea peahl <chelsea.peahl at hotmail.com>
>> >>> Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2018 6:05 PM
>> >>> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
>> >>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
>> >>> Cc: Veronica R Gaspa <veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu>
>> >>> Subject: Re: [NABS-L] New NABS Group!
>> >>>
>> >>> Hello all,
>> >>> Shouldn?t this be done with NFB and NABS approval? For example, the
>> >>> group created has approval.
>> >>>
>> >>> Chelsea Peahl
>> >>>
>> >>>> On Apr 22, 2018, at 4:01 PM, Veronica R Gaspa via NABS-L
>> >>>> <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> >>>>
>> >>>> Good evening Nabsters!
>> >>>> I have just created a new NABS group on Facebook. The differences
>> >>>> between this group and the one that was made a few weeks ago are:
>> >>>> Every person does not have to be approved to join the group, whether
>> >>>> you want to be super active in NABS, or just check out resources you
>> >>>> can join the group.
>> >>>> Secondly, your post does not have to await moderator approval. If
>> >>>> you have technology problems at midnight you can post, and it will
>> >>>> be live right away. In the other group a moderator may not see it
>> >>>> until a day later, and it may be too late.
>> >>>> This group will be updated frequently with NABS information and
>> updates.
>> >>>> To join the group search on Facebook for: NABS: a resource for blind
>> >>>> students.
>> >>>> Or use the following link:
>> >>>> https://m.facebook.com/groups/4405289230479922
>> >>>> I hope this group renders helpful to many of you!
>> >>>>
>> >>>> Best,
>> >>>> Vee Gaspa
>> >>>>
>> >>>>
>> >>>> Vee Gaspa
>> >>>> President, New Jersey Association of Blind Students Brother, Alpha
>> >>>> Phi Omega Writer, the Setonian
>> >>>> Phone: 434-989-1868
>> >>>> Email:
>> >>>> veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu<mailto:veronica.gaspa at student.shu.edu
>> >>>>> Remember, you can live the life you want!
>> >>>>
>> >>>> _______________________________________________
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>> >>>> for
>> >>>> NABS-L:
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>> >>>> ho
>> >>>> tmail.com
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>> >>
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