[Nebraska-Students] End of April Scoop

[Jamie K. Richey]

Greetings NFB of Nebraska Members and Friends,

 

As April draws to a close there is a lot of information to share.  Several
events are happening nationwide this next week as well as deadlines.  Please
read below for the latest scoop and pass along to those who you think may
benefit!

 

"We're With U!":

This past weekend featured a historic event: over one hundred blind
performers from across the world, more than twenty different radio streams,
and the global blind community came together to raise over $85,000 for the
blind of Ukraine.  If you missed the show it is now available 

   <https://mushroomfm.com/BlindWithU> On Demand.

Thank you to everyone who contributed by donating dollars and tuning into
the "We're With U!" concert. A special thanks to the host of the event

 <https://mushroomfm.com/> Jonathan Mosen with Mushroom Fm

Contributions can still be made to help support the World Blind Union's
Ukrainian Unity Fund with a goal of $100,000. 

Blind With U <http://nfb.org/BlindWithU> 

 

Braille for Beginners:

Learn all about the basics of Braille, how it is produced, and tips and
tricks for beginners. Join the National Federation of the Blind on Tuesday,
April 26, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., eastern, to discuss Braille with
accessibility specialists. Take advantage of this free opportunity and

 
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/center-excellence-nonvisual-access/traini
ngs/accessibility-boutiques/accessibility-boutique-registration> register
for the accessibility boutique today!

 

Panel of Successfully Employed Blind Educators:

Join us as we celebrate the work and accomplishments of blind and low-vision
educators with a panel discussion on Wednesday, April 27, at 8:00 p.m.,
eastern. Register here
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/employment/where-the-blind-work-webinars-
registration> 

 

NFB Comments on the AbilityOne Draft Strategic Plan:

Last week the NFB submitted our

 
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/advocacy/policy-statements/comments-abili
tyone-draft-strategic-plan-fiscal-years> official comments on the AbilityOne
Draft Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2022-2026. 

While we were generally pleased with the direction the strategic plan for
the future of the AbilityOne Program, there are still some areas that need
improvement. Read about our specific concerns in the comments, and check out
some of our other recent policy positions on the

 <https://nfb.org/programs-services/advocacy/policy-statements> Policy
Statements page 

of our website. 

Furthermore, over the weekend the AbilityOne Commission announced that it
would be extending the comment period to April 30, so if you would like to

 <https://www.regulations.gov/docket/CPPBSD-2022-0003/document> read the
Strategic Plan 

and

 <https://www.regulations.gov/document/CPPBSD-2022-0003-0002> submit your
own comments, 

we encourage you to do so. 

 

Apply for our Teachers of Tomorrow Program

Applications Due May 1, 2022

The National Federation of the Blind Teachers of Tomorrow is an immersive,
professional development program that connects teachers of blind and
low-vision students to the lived experiences of blind people. The program
equips participants with knowledge about the skills and attitudes that help
blind students thrive in school and beyond.

If you are preparing for a career in teaching blind students, or if you are
an early career educator looking to enhance your teaching, the National
Federation of the Blind (NFB) invites you to apply for a spot in the
2022-2023 cohort that kicks off this fall.

Learn more about the program and apply today
<https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/education/teachers-tomorrow.>  

 

Blind Educator of the Year Award:

Deadline for nominations is May 1, 2022 

The Blind Educator of the Year Award is open for nominations. The award pays
tribute to a blind teacher whose exceptional classroom performance, notable
community service, and uncommon commitment to the NFB merits national
recognition.

 
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/blind-educator-ye
ar-award> Learn more about the Blind Educator of the Year Award.

 

 

Just to Recap:

.            April 26: Braille for Beginners Accessibility Boutique

.            April 27: Successfully Employed Blind Educator Panel

.            April 30: Deadline for AbilityOne Draft Strategic Plan Comments


.            May 1: Application deadline for the Teachers of Tomorrow
Program

.            May 1: Deadline for Distinguished Educator of Blind Students
award

 

              Wow that was a lot!  With the NFB of Nebraska Board of
Directors meeting happening this Saturday, April 23, 2022, Look for even
more news next week!

 

Sincerely,

Jamie K. Richey, President

National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska

 

Office: (402) 477-7711

E-Mail: president at ne.nfb.org <mailto:president at ne.nfb.org> 

Website: www.ne.nfb.org <http://www.ne.nfb.org> 

 

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.