[New-york-news] Baruch College has asked me to do a Presentation

Mon Feb 24 15:12:03 UTC 2014

At the CCVIP 2014 Conference on April 11, 2014
Good morning all my NFB Family.
I was asked back in December, if I would like to be part of one of the workshops for this years CCVIP Conference at Baruch College.  The registration is now opened and limited to the amount of people that can attend, only 200 registrants and then the registration closes.
I am hoping that some of my NFB family would attend this event to show support and learn more as well.
Here is all the information. Plus how to register for the event.
Thank you my NFB Family.
Cheryl Echevarria, Vice PresidentNFB of Greater Long Island631-236-5138cherylandmaxx at hotmail.com
Here is the information.
CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONApril 11, 2014What: “Your Future is Now”7th Annual Conference on Employment and Visual Impairment: Policy & Practice
*Keynote: Deborah Dagit, Recently Retired Chief Diversity Officer and Vice President, Global Diversity & Inclusion at Merck; President, Deb Dagit Diversity LLC
Where: Baruch College Conference Center, New York City55 Lexington Avenue on 25th Street, 14th floorBetween 3rd and Lexington AvenuesTime: Check in starts at 8:30am
Conference presentations from 9:30am to 4:15pm
Registration:
· Online: http://www.baruch.edu/ccvip· By phone: Call Blindline toll free number: 888-625-1616 Attendants are available to answer your call Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10am-3pmCost: Free admission including lunch & refreshments
Sponsored by: Computer Center for Visually Impaired People, Baruch College; School of Public Affairs, Baruch College; Rosicki, Rosicki & Associates; New York State Commission for the Blind; and Hidden City Café
Workshops being offered:
2014 WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Morning Workshops from 10:40am – 11:40am (Pick One)

Policy and Practice: “Health and the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) in NY State”Target Audiences: General – New Yorkers
Affordable Care is working in New York! This workshop will separate the myths from the realities for New Yorkers of the Affordable Care Act. How it applies to individuals and businesses will be addressed. The Honorable Richard Gottfried, Chair of the Health Committee in the NY State Assembly, will be presenting.
Employment: “Business Case for Hiring and Retaining People with Vision Loss”Target Audiences: Job Seekers, Employers, HR Professionals, Placement Counselors
Employers will present the business advantage for recruiting, hiring, and training people with vision loss and other disabilities. In addition they will share with us what they look for in selecting a person and how they integrate that person into their business team. This is an opportunity to hear about the hiring process from the employer's perspective.
Arts, Leisure, & Travel: “Accessible Art in NY”Target Audience: General
Learn what is happening at museums in New York to make art accessible to people with vision loss and programs for those who would like to paint, draw, and sculpt.
Technology: “JAWS 15 & Windows 8 Tablet”Target Audience: General
In this session, we will look at the introduction of hand gesture support on Windows based tablets using JAWS 15. How well does it work? What you can and cannot expect to do.
Services: “Low Vision Evaluations at SUNY University Eye Center”Target Audience: General
Learn about what makes a low vision evaluation different from a regular eye examination. Find out how visual needs are discussed, how vision is assessed, what extra evaluative techniques are used, and how devices and services are recommended.
Vendor Exhibit from 1:00pm – 2:30pmAudience: General
Visit, get demos, and use assistive technology products.
Placement Counselors Workshop from 1:10pm –2:10pmTarget Audience: Placement Counselors Only
Afternoon Workshops from 2:40pm – 3:40pm (Pick One)

Policy and Practice: “How to Get Around NY”Target Audience: General
Members of the PASS Coalition will share their experiences in advocating for safe and accessible streets in New York City. Speakers will discuss the process of coalition building and our past successes and future goals.
Employment: “Employment Success Stories”Target Audience: Job Seekers, Employers, HR Professionals, Placement Counselors
This session will feature a panel comprised of blind or visually impaired employees and their placement specialists speaking about the process by which they developed an effective working partnership, the first 90 days on the job, challenges, working relations, and what made it work.
Arts, Leisure, & Travel: “Trains, Planes, Boats, and More: The Low Vision Traveler”Target Audience: General (I will be presenting at this workshop)
Learn what you need to think about and do when planning a trip for business or pleasure; what questions to ask yourself and others; where to get assistance; the importance of a travel plan; and some pitfalls to avoid.
Technology: “Project RAY: The World's First Smartphone with Advanced Mobile Technology for Intuitive Eye–free Operation”Target Audience: General
This affordable device features an array of communication, apps and services including calls, email, messaging, contact list, calendar, GPS, advanced WEB remote assistance, voice recorder, panic and emergency services, and more, all with one common touch-and-sound-only interface. With RAY, the blind and visually impaired enjoy greater independence, spontaneity and accessibility to services that we all take for granted in today's smartphone world.
Services: “Meet the Commission”Target Audience: Job Seekers, Employers, HR Professionals, & Family Members
Have you ever wondered if the Commission would be able to provide a specific service to you? In this session, we will have a panel of NYS Commission for the Blind professionals discuss what services the Commission provides for our community. Bring your questions to the people who can answer them directly.
More Information: Call 646-312-1420 or email: ccvipconference at baruch.cuny.edu
**All participants including speakers, moderators, vendors, CCVIP Staff, CCVIP Board Members, and Planning Committee members must register.**
Space is Limited!
This is the Only Registration Notice!
Register Now!!
Thank you!

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