[Nfbc-info] February 2015 Bulletin

Fri Feb 6 00:41:02 UTC 2015

Attached and below is the February Bulletin.

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Mary Willows, President 

National Federation of the Blind of California

3934 Kern Court

Pleasanton, CA 94588

925) 895-2778

 <mailto:mwillows at sbcglobal.net> mwillows at sbcglobal.net

February 2015 Bulletin

" <http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/a/abrahamlin107482.html> How
many legs does a dog have if you call the tail a leg? Four. Calling a tail a
leg doesn't make it a leg."-
<http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/a/abrahamlin107482.html> Abraham
Lincoln

Dear Fellow Federationists,

"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."

Accomplishments in Washington 2015

This year the National Federation of the Blind hosted a reception to
celebrate 75 years of advocacy for blind people in America.  On Tuesday,
January 27, Federationists and several members of Congress came together to
recognize the work of the NFB.  Amongst the speakers was Congressman Pete
Aguilar (31st District) from California who acknowledged the history and
success of the Randolph Sheppard Act.  He told his personal story about
growing up the son of a blind man who benefited from the innovative Business
Enterprise Program.  I am certain there will be an article in the Braille
Monitor about this in the near future.  

Transitioning to Integrated and Meaningful Employment Act" (TIME Act) (H.R.
188) was well received this year.  As of the writing of this bulletin nine
Republicans have co-sponsored the bill.  The state of Vermont successfully
changed supported employment for the disabled to a business model which has
resulted in job retention at minimum wage.  This was definitely a selling
point for Republicans.  We will keep you informed as we hear of the progress
of H.R.188.

National Federation of the Blind 2015 Scholarship Program

Deadline: March 31, 2015

Help us to spread the word about the largest scholarship program in the
county for visually impaired and blind students.  Are you a legally blind
college student living in the United States or Puerto Rico? This annual
program offers 30 scholarships worth from $3,000 to $12,000 to eligible
students, from high school seniors beginning their freshman year in the fall
semester of 2015, up through grad students working on their PhD degrees.
These merit scholarships are based on academic excellence, community
service, and leadership. In addition to the money, each winner will receive
assistance to attend the July 2015 NFB annual convention in Orlando,
Florida, providing an excellent opportunity for high-level networking with
active blind persons in many different professions and occupations.  To
apply, read the rules and the Submission Checklist, complete the official
2015 Scholarship Application Form (online or in print), supply all required
documents, and request and complete one interview by an NFB affiliate
president (unless the president requests a later date). Applications are
accepted for five months, from November 1, 2014, to March 31, 2015. Go to
<http://www.nfb.org/scholarships> www.nfb.org/scholarships for complete
rules and requirements.

Chemistry Camp 2015 Accepting Applications Now

If you know of a 14-18 year old blind or visually impaired student with an
interest in learning about chemistry, now is the time to get the
applications for the 2015 Chemistry Camp.

When: Friday, May 1 through Sunday May 3, 2015 

Where:  Enchanted Hills Camp near Napa, California

Who:  Up to twelve blind students will be selected to participate

For more information or to apply, please visit:

 <http://www.accessiblescience.org/node/2>
http://www.accessiblescience.org/node/2

Questions?  Please do not hesitate to contact Angela Fowler: 

530-902-0987 or  <mailto:fowlers at syix.com> fowlers at syix.com

KNFB Reader Mobile App is Available for 50% off

The KNFB Reader App is an App that you can use to take a picture of a
document and it will read the document to you.  It is on sale for $49.99
right now.  It usually costs $99.  Go to:  <http://www.knfbreader.com/>
http://www.knfbreader.com/

Audible Prescription Labels

For your information, if you get your prescriptions filled at Walmart,
Walgreen's, or CVS, you may want to know that they offer their customers
audible prescription labels.  All you have to do is ask your pharmacist.

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.

National Federation of the Blind of California (NFBC)

3934 Kern Court

Pleasanton, CA 94588

925-462-8575

Thank you,

Mary Willows, President NFBC

 <mailto:mwillows at sbcglobal.net> mwillows at sbcglobal.net 

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