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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Dear National Harbor Chapter Members and Friends,<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Presidential Release 505 Notes and Additional Information:<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://nfb.org/sites/nfb.org/files/2021-05/pr_505_may_2021_final_XXXX.mp3">https://nfb.org/sites/nfb.org/files/2021-05/pr_505_may_2021_final_XXXX.mp3</a> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Lyft Up Access Program </b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>free rides to get COVID vaccine
Junes 30 Must get from affiliate President
for the 2 codes for 1st shot and 2nd<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Contact President Ronza at 443-426-4110 email
<a href="mailto:president@nfbmd.org">president@nfbmd.org</a><span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Deque systems
Global Accessibility Awareness
Day May 20/ 16-23 will give
matching dollars of $25,000 Week Give 20 Campaign Convention CENA a seminar MDOD project <a href="http://nfb.org/cena">nfb.org/cena</a>
for the GAAD event<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Student Placement Exam Update The College Board and National
Telecommuting Institute NTI. ask members to reach out<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Contact Valerie Yingling
Legal Program Coordinator<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="mailto:vyingling@nfb.org">vyingling@nfb.org</a>
or call (410) 659-9314 and ask for Valerie Yingling<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Mass. NTI Blind
Job applicants from NIT discrimination
reach out to Valerie Yingling
legal program coordinator if you
had discrimination with NTL job application.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Sharon Maneki
submit Resolutions<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="mailto:NFBmdsm@gmail.com">NFBmdsm@gmail.com</a> or (410)715-9596<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>BELL Program<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="mailto:BELL@nfb.org">BELL@nfb.org</a>.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>How to participate inform parents about the program<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Pilot Radio Program<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Communicationsteam@nfb.porg please support why you are interested in the
radio program<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Survivors Taskforce May Calendar of Events<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>• Open Call Sunday, May 23: Encore Open Call to Collect
Feedback on the Code of<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Conduct 8pm eastern<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>• Monday, May
24: Monthly feature on Nation’s Blind Blog<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>• Tuesday,
May 25: Procedures and Oversight Branch meeting 8pm Eastern<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>RAINN's National Sexual Assault Hotline offers free,
confidential support, 24/7, at<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>1-800-656- HOPE (4673) or <a href="http://online.rainn.org">online.rainn.org</a>.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Tonya Bonya -Third party coordinator<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The 3 Branches<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Survivor Task Force branches<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Communications and Engagement:<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsdeCvqTgvGNzFZkRh9saASTKglSG6AVMY">https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsdeCvqTgvGNzFZkRh9saASTKglSG6AVMY</a><span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Procedures and Oversight:<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tdu6rqjMoHt2H7o5S102z7eqHKd4Zixxn">https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tdu6rqjMoHt2H7o5S102z7eqHKd4Zixxn</a><span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Training and Culture<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqf-urrDstGdd_6pfg_vhK7leydUVtuLYu">https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqf-urrDstGdd_6pfg_vhK7leydUVtuLYu</a><span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Link will be provided via email<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Join Zoom Meeting<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://zoom.us/j/91992010607?pwd=TjVIdGhid2pHNTN6R2k5NjJMTjlFZz09">https://zoom.us/j/91992010607?pwd=TjVIdGhid2pHNTN6R2k5NjJMTjlFZz09</a><span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Via Phone<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Call 301 715 8592<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Meeting ID: 919 9201 0607<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Passcode: 524424<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Read President
Riccobono April 15 open letter,<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Found on website <a href="http://nfb.org">nfb.org</a> or past email. <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Code of Conduct Newsline<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Go to the NFB National Channel, and you will find the
Code of Conduct and<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>the Code of Conduct Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
They are<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>available in audio and text versions. Point your browser
to<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="http://www.nfb.org/codeofconduct">www.nfb.org/codeofconduct</a> to view the document online.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Monthly Blog April 26, 2021 Blog title:<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The People in My Life Don't Believe Me: How to Proceed
after Sexual<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Abuse | National Federation of the Blind (<a href="http://nfb.org">nfb.org</a>)<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Support Material Coping<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>#ListeningTogether is a YouTube playlist of songs coping
with<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>misconduct within the blind community.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The purpose of the playlist is to increase awareness and
support.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>- Songs each song is selected with the purpose of healing
and meaningful for the healing process and understanding.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>- Email <a href="mailto:listening.together2021@gmail.com">listening.together2021@gmail.com</a> with questions.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>submission link for songs<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="https://forms.gle/Zxq1n4NwwZMCJep27">https://forms.gle/Zxq1n4NwwZMCJep27</a><span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Taskforce is held confidential and is not shared without
consent of<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>the individual.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Survivors Updates For All updates <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>e-mail
<a href="mailto:survivors@nfb.org">survivors@nfb.org</a> or call (410) 659-9314 Ext.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>2238<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Code of Conduct Newsline<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Go to the NFB National Channel, and you will find the
Code of Conduct and<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>the Code of Conduct Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
They are<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>available in audio and text versions. Point your browser
to<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="http://www.nfb.org/codeofconduct">www.nfb.org/codeofconduct</a> to view the document online.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>National Convention Updates Links of Information :<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><a href="http://nfb.org/registration">nfb.org/registration</a>. <a href="http://nfb.org/convention">nfb.org/convention</a>
<a href="mailto:CommunicationsTeam@nfb.org">CommunicationsTeam@nfb.org</a>.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Bring Home The Attendance Banner So you Can Receive a
Chance to Bring Home the Money!!<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Please reach out to persons who will best benefit going
to convention:<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>· blind
people<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
people losing vision<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
seniors and students<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
parents of blind children<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
educators and employers<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
rehabilitation professionals<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
Family and friends of any and all of the above<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>If we have the most persons registered in Maryland, we
will give 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes to random NFB Marylanders. 1ST $100, 2ND $50
and 3rd $25.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Schedule Overview<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
Tuesday, July 6: Seminars and Specialized Meetings<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>* Wednesday,
July 7: Board Meeting and Resolutions Day<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
Thursday, July 8: Division Day, Opening Ceremonies<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
Friday, July 9: Presidential Report, General Session<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>*
Saturday, July 10: Business Meeting, Resolutions, Banquet<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The deadline to register is May 31.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>President Amber Woods <a href="mailto:woodsamber83@gmail.com">woodsamber83@gmail.com</a><span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>301-978-6686<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Ronza Othman, President<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>443-426-4110
<a href="mailto:president@nfbmd.org">president@nfbmd.org</a> can also
register people for the convention<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The contest will end if
there is a winner or the July National Board begins<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>LOL Comedy Nights <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Vote on your favorite Comedian<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Give $20 or $100 for 5 chances to win<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Visit online <a href="http://nfb.org">nfb.org</a> search Give $20<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Call donation line l 410-659-9314, extension 2282.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Send check to:<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute, 200
East Wells Street Baltimore, MD 21230. Important: Be sure to have “Give 20” and
the fund you are donating to in the memo.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>If you win:<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Hotel, Transportation ,banquet, convention registration
all for 2 and 1,000 of cash<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Or cash option 2,000<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>The 4 Funds<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Kenneth Jernigan Fund: The proceeds from this fund are
used to bring a number of attendees to their first national convention. It is
named in honor of our former president and longtime leader to promote
attendance at the national convention, where so much inspiration and learning
occur.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>SUN Fund: These funds are being set aside in the event
that they are needed to support the Federation during difficult times.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>White Cane Fund: These dollars go directly to the general
treasury of the Federation.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>tenBroek Fund: These dollars go to the tenBroek Memorial
Fund which owns the property at 200 East Wells at Jernigan Place in Baltimore
for the benefit of blind people.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>More Chances to Win!<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Each $20 donation is a chance to win. Your name will be
placed in the drawing for each increment of $20 you give. Give $100 and you
will be entered into the drawing five times.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Extra Chance to win<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Share On your Social Media<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Get a free extra chance to win the prize by sharing on
social media. This contest is great for friends and family. Learn more on the<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> Give $20
Convention Drawing webpage.<span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Thank you, <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b> </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Amber Woods <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>President <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>National Harbor Chapter <span></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>National Federation of the Blind of Maryland<span></span></b></p></div></div>