[NFB_of_Georgia] NFB President’s Notebook - Week of 01/06/2023

Mon Jan 9 03:03:55 UTC 2023

Dear Federation Family,

Happy New Year! In case you missed the Presidential Release Live Wednesday
evening, I want to again thank you for your help in promoting the
Federation’s end-of-year giving campaign. We far exceeded the goal of
$50,000 to match the generous contribution from Vispero.

Don’t forget it is not too early to make your plans to be at the 2023
National Convention in Houston, Texas, from July 1-6.

Critical Actions:*Celebration of Life for Scott LaBarre:*

Scott C. LaBarre, who was a longtime Federation member, a fierce leader in
our movement, and a great friend to so many of us, passed away on Saturday,
December 10. Thank you for the outpouring of love. A Celebration of Life to
honor Scott will be held January 21, 2023, in Denver, Colorado, at 4:30
p.m., mountain / 6:30 p.m., eastern. Those wishing to participate in person
are asked to RSVP for planning purposes. Location details will be shared
once the RSVP form is completed.

RSVP for the Celebration of Life
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=28430&qid=8225015>

To join the celebration via Zoom:

   - Zoom via web: https://zoom.us/j/93503048437
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=28443&qid=8225019>
   - Zoom One Tap Mobile: +13017158592,,93503048437#
   - Zoom via phone: +1 301 715 8592
   - Zoom Meeting ID: 935 0304 8437

*Washington Seminar:*

Remember to visit the Washington Seminar page
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/advocacy/washington-seminar> on the
website for FAQ sheets and other updates.

*World Braille Day:*

In January 2022, Google launched their new domain opportunity to promote
special days and events for promoting a cause. We are excited to celebrate
World Braille Day with the URL www.Braille.day. Check out the message with
the National Library Service Director, an article about the future of
Braille, and more.

*Braille Monitor January Issue Available:*

The latest issue of our flagship publication is now available. Read about
the experience of learning about independence, seeking employment
opportunities, stories from members, and more. Access the 2023 January *Braille
Monitor* now.
<https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm23/bm2301/bm2301tc.htm>

*Where the Blind Work:*

Please join us on Thursday, January 19, at 8:00 p.m., eastern, to celebrate
the work and accomplishments of blind and low-vision people with experience
in the medical and healthcare field.

   - Hear about what their typical day looks like.
   - Hear how attitudinal and accessibility barriers are overcome at work.
   - Learn about alternative techniques and strategies used to do these
   jobs.

Register at
https://nfb.org/programs-services/employment/where-the-blind-work-webinars-registration
.

Or contact Maurice Peret, coordinator of Career Mentoring and Employment
Programs, at 410-659-9314, extension 2350, or at MPeret at nfb.org

Dates to Keep in Mind:

(all times eastern)

   - January 10: Washington Seminar Portal training, 8:00 p.m.
   - January 12: Washington Seminar Issues training, 8:00 p.m.
   - January 18: Washington Seminar Mock Meetings, 8:00 p.m.
   - January 30: Great Gathering-In, 5:00 p.m.
   - January 31: Accessibility Boutique
   <https://nfb.org/programs-services/center-excellence-nonvisual-access/events>,
   2:00 p.m.
   - February 8: Open House, 8:00 p.m.
   - March 2 and 5: Chapter Presidents Call, 8:00 p.m. (Scholarships)
   - March 23: Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium
   - May 10: Open House, 8:00 p.m.
   - June 1 and 4: Chapter Presidents Call, 8:00 p.m. (Member Engagement
   and National Convention)
   - July 1-6, 2023: National Convention; Houston, Texas
   - August 9: Open House, 8:00 p.m.
   - September 7 and 10: Chapter Presidents Call, 8:00 p.m. (Blind Equality
   Achievement Month)
   - November 8: Open House, 8:00 p.m.
   - December 7 and 10: Chapter Presidents Call, 8:00 p.m. (Planning the
   Year Ahead)

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

[image: National Federation of the Blind] <https://nfb.org/>

-- 
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.
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