[nfb-db] "Operation Outreach"

[Scott Davert]

Hello from the CO state convention.
I think it's very important to have more state DB devisions, as national can only do so much. We need those figurative boots on the ground to address local needs of the DB population. These local devisions can also serve to start programs such as SSP programs and then work with national when we're ready to pursu" such issues on a national level.
Janice: I understand you do not have time to deal with so many email lists and such, I wasn't implying one specific person do it all, but someone with tech skills needs to be able to help get awareness off the ground. Like it or not, technology is a force to be reckoned with. As for captioning specifically, have you looked into captel? They have phones for low vision users and are working on rolling out a system for braille users as well.

Scott

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> On Oct 31, 2014, at 4:38 PM, Janice Toothman via nfb-db <nfb-db at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi Marsha,
> When will Pennsylvania DB Division Constitution meet approval by the Affiliate?
> Janice
>> On 10/31/2014 3:57 PM, Marsha Drenth via nfb-db wrote:
>> Hi Chris and Scott, and everyone out there in cyber land,
>> Yes this is a very very good point. Just like with other organizations who are not as open as they should be, NFB DB should have that openness. we should be visible. Many of the other divisions, or groups or affiliates have facebook pages, or twitter accounts, or other social media outlets. So should the NFB DB division. 
>> This will be a major gola of our affiliate division once the constitution is approved. 
>> Having a social media view, would possibly bring people into the organization, would help everyone know what the organization is doing, and keep everyone on the same page. 
>> What does everyone else think? I will do what I can to help. 
>> My time is limited as I am back in school, but winter break is coming up. 
>> 
>> 
>> Marsha drenth  
>> email: marsha.drenth at gmail.com             
>> Sent with my IPhone  
>> Please note that this email communication has been sent using my iPhone. As such, I may have used dictation and had made attempts to mitigate errors. Please do not be hesitant to ask for clarification as necessary. 
>> 
>> On Oct 31, 2014, at 9:43 AM, Chris Westbrook via nfb-db <nfb-db at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>>> I think you make a  good point, though there are still a lot of people who don't use computers.  Part of the problem I think is we are all spread out in so many different places.  I'm sure you already know Marsha is head of our deaf blind division here in Pennsylvania, but I am willing to do what I can also.
>>> 
>>>> On Fri, Oct 31, 2014 at 5:06 AM, Scott Davert via nfb-db <nfb-db at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>> Hello Sheri and all other DB devision members.
>>>> I'm replying to your message on list, as I think it is good that other people see who is doing what and where they are doing it. I think one thing the national DB devision needs to do is get digital. What I mean is, get on Facebook, Twitter, get all of the officers on this mailing list, start a news letter, publicize the website, etc. This is just my opinion, but I do not think many of us are aware of what is happening within the national DB devision. If members do not know, how can that help with any sort of effort regarding DB issues? I'm not trying to criticize  the leadership with this email at all, so I hope this message is not taken that way, I'm just offering input and suggesttions.
>>>> 
>>>> With warm regards,
>>>> Scott in Colorado
>>>> 
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>> 
>>>> On Oct 29, 2014, at 6:39 PM, Cheri via nfb-db <nfb-db at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>>> Hi greeting,
>>>>> The NFB DB national is trying to reach out to all NFB affiliates to establish an interest in the nfb db in all the states.  It is called "Operation Outreach".  If you or someone you know is interested please let us know.  Each of the active members have states that they are trying to find a contact person in that state who will work with their affiliate president on matters of deaf/blind.. 
>>>>>  
>>>>> Thank you for your support of the deaf-blind.
>>>>> Best regards,
>>>>> Cheri Fields
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