[NFB_of_Georgia] NFB President’s Notebook - Week of 01/10/2022

Mon Jan 10 21:57:30 UTC 2022

Dear Federation Family,

*News:*

*Important Scholarship Program Updates:*

As one of our longest-running and most important initiatives, the National
Federation of the Blind scholarship program helps blind students reach
their educational and employment goals and so much more. Building on its
strong foundation, we are now significantly enhancing the awards granted
and making the experience even more inclusive, engaging, and meaningful for
the finalists. Read the press release on the scholarship program
<https://nfb.org/about-us/press-room/national-federation-blind-enhances-largest-scholarship-program-blind-scholars>.
Encourage students to apply. Share the *Braille Monitor* article, National
Federation of the Blind 2022 Scholarship Program
<https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm22/bm2201/bm220113.htm>.

*Applications Open—NFB BELL Academy In-Home Edition:*

The National Federation of the Blind is offering one three-week virtual
program of the NFB BELL Academy In-Home Edition this summer to prepare
blind and low-vision children to grow into confident and independent blind
people by enhancing their education. Options are available for beginner,
intermediate, and advanced students July 18 through August 5, 2022. Space
is limited. In-person options coming soon!Applications for NFB BELL Academy
In-Home Edition are now open
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/nfb-bell-academy>.

*Upcoming Event—Digital Streaming Services: *

Learn all about how you can enjoy music, movies, and live television from
practically any internet-connected device. Join the National Federation of
the Blind on January 25, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. eastern, to discuss what
these services offer, how accessible they are, and what to consider when
subscribing to a service. Take advantage of this free opportunity and register
for the accessibility boutique
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/center-excellence-nonvisual-access/trainings/accessibility-boutiques/accessibility-boutique-registration>
 today!

*January Presidential Release Available:*

The January Presidential Release is available on the NFB website
<https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/presidential-releases>.

*January Braille Monitor Available:*

The latest issue of the National Federation of the Blind flagship
publication is now available. Read about the 2022 National Convention,
voting, the scholarship program’s important updates, visual descriptions,
and many stories from members. Access the Braille Monitor now.
<https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm22/bm2201/bm2201tc.htm>

*Read the Latest Blog Post:*

Danielle McCann shares her insights to the questions she receives about
being blind from people who are experiencing significant changes in their
vision or are relatives of newly blind people. Read our latest*Voice of the
Nation’s Blind Blog*, It’s OK Not to Be OK
<https://nfb.org/blog/its-ok-not-be-ok>.

*Where the Blind Work Webinars:*

As part of our Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) initiative, the
National Federation of the Blind presents another in a series of Where the
Blind Work webinars on Wednesday, January 26, at 8:00 p.m. eastern, via
Zoom. Hear from a panel of blind professionals in a variety of fields and
engage in Q&A. For information about how to register, please contact
Maurice Peret, coordinator of career mentoring and employment programs, at
410-659-9314, extension 2350, or mperet at nfb.org

*2022 Virtual Career Fair:*

Attention job seekers, employers, and rehabilitation professionals: In
conjunction with the National Federation of the Blind’s Washington Seminar,
the 2022 Virtual Career Fair is to be held on February 7, from 11:00 a.m.
to 1:00 p.m. eastern.

This is your opportunity to identify potential qualified candidates or
career opportunities, increase your professional network, and to learn
about important business and workforce trends. Preparatory webinars for job
seekers and employers will occur on Monday, January 17, and Monday, January
24, at 7:00 p.m. eastern.

Job seekers should include a current resume with their registration to be
shared with employers. For information about how to register, contact Dick
Davis at dickblind at gmail.com or John Dubay at jdubay at leadsatscale.com*.*

*Dates to Keep in Mind:*

(all times eastern)

   - February 1: Presidential Release, 8:00 p.m.
   - February 7: Great Gathering-In, 5:00 p.m.
   - February 7-10: Washington Seminar
   <https://nfb.org/programs-services/advocacy/washington-seminar/>
   - March 1: Presidential Release, 8:00 p.m.
   - March 31: Deadline to submit scholarship application
   <https://nfb.org/scholarships>
   - July 5-10: National Convention, New Orleans
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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.

Mark A. Riccobono, President

200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

410-659-9314 | Officeofthepresident at nfb.org

Twitter: @Riccobono

Pronouns: he, him, his

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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. Every day we
work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

-- 
Dorothy Griffin - President
National Federation of the Blind of Georgia
dgriffin at nfbga.org
770-374-4832

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.