[NFB_of_Georgia] Fwd: FW: Convention Communications: Prepare for the Trip!

Thu Jun 6 14:34:13 UTC 2024

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Know Before You Go: Review the Latest Convention Updates

We are less than a month away from convention! The 2024 National Convention
of the National Federation of the Blind is almost here. Please review the
information below to help you prepare for your time in Orlando. This is the
first of several emails you will receive with details and important
notices. We encourage you to share this information with chapter members
who may not receive emails.

More information can also be found at https://nfb.org/convention.
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34390&qid=9970666>

Información en español.
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34418&qid=9970666>
Pre-Convention Activities

Participate in the following activities as we build excitement for
convention:

   - Virtual Exhibitor Showcase, June 26, 8:00 p.m. Eastern—get a preview
   of what to expect in the exhibit hall and more! Zoom meeting ID 968 9609
   8716. <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34391&qid=9970666>
   - Virtual Sponsor Showcase, June 27, 8:00 p.m. Eastern—meet our sponsors
   and preview their innovations. Zoom meeting ID 967 1777 1870.
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   - Dream Big! Give $25 Drive
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34393&qid=9970666>—contribute to
   share the Federation with others and be entered to win prizes.

Start Building Your Itinerary

The agenda is now available. It will be provided in several formats
including HTML, Word, BRF, and Spanish on the convention page. Access the
HTML now:

2024 National Convention Agenda
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34394&qid=9970666>
Separate Registration Activities

Some convention activities require separate enrollment or registration.
Sign up for the Career Fair, legal office appointments, prepare for
childcare and the NOPBC meeting.

   - NFB Camp (childcare during convention) enrollment is separate from the
   convention registration. Enroll now for the NFB Camp!
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34395&qid=9970666> If you have
   additional questions, please contact Harriet Go, camp director, at
   nfbcamp at nfb.org <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34396&qid=9970666>
   or 610-931-9013.
   - Career Fair deadline approaching. The National Convention Career Fair
   is scheduled for Wednesday, July 3, 2024, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Eastern
   in Orlando, Florida. The career fair requires a separate registration. Sign
   up for the career fair by June 7. Job-Seeker Registration
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34397&qid=9970666> and Employer
   Registration <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34398&qid=9970666>.
   - Disability rights attorneys will be on site at NFB24 to discuss
   blindness discrimination concerns on Friday, July 5 and Saturday, July 6
   from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Reservations are required. To reserve your spot,
   email legal at nfb.org
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34399&qid=9970666> or call
   410-659-9314, extension 2440, by June 21.
   - Our division, the National Organization of Parents of Blind Children,
   (NOPBC) hosts an annual conference in conjunction with the National
   Convention--hosting exclusive events and workshops to advance the lives of
   blind children and their families.Learn more about the NOPBC conference
   and register early
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34400&qid=9970666>.

Volunteers Needed

Are you interested in helping to make the 2024 National Convention a huge
success? You can help by volunteering in the Independence Market. We are
currently looking for people to serve as demonstrators, storekeepers, and
marshals. The Independence Market will be open Thursday, July 4 through
Sunday, July 7. The hours for Thursday and Friday are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. We split this day into two shifts. Saturday and Sunday, we are open
from 12:00 to 1:45 p.m. only. We usually ask folks to volunteer one long
shift and one short shift if they are able. We certainly understand if you
can only volunteer for a certain day or days.

Thank you to everyone who has signed up thus far! For more information or
to volunteer, please contact Jen White at 410-659-9314, extension 2236, or
email her at jwhite at nfb.org
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34401&qid=9970666> today.

Below are additional volunteer opportunities during the week of convention.

   - Support Service Provider Volunteer
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34402&qid=9970666>
   - Convention Ally Network
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34403&qid=9970666>
   - Convention Ambassador
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34404&qid=9970666>

We Can’t Wait for Orlando!

We look forward to your participation. Share your excitement by posting on
social media using the hashtag #NFB24. Follow the conversation, ask
questions, and share fun expectations. More information can also be found
at https://nfb.org/convention
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34390&qid=9970666>.

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-- 
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.

-- 
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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