[NFBC-Info] NFBC-Info Digest, Vol 171, Issue 1
maurice mines
maurice at mauricemines.org
Thu Aug 1 16:45:18 UTC 2019
Hi, I have a question what is Jordan’s brief? You without the
announcement? Was Dante? Tell Anna know what he was hung up as?
On 1 Aug 2019, at 7:52, Jordan Mirander via NFBC-Info wrote:
> Isn’t The national convention from june 30th to July 5, 2020 in
> houston, texas?
>
> Sent from jordan mirander’s iPhone
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>> 1. Fwd: [Nfbnet-members-list] National Federation of the Blind
>> Applauds Introduction of Greater Access and Independence through
>> Nonvisual Access Technology (GAIN) Act (Shannon Dillon)
>> 2. Presidents August Notebook (Joy Stigile)
>> 3. Presidents August Notebook (Joy Stigile)
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>> Message: 1
>> Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2019 20:24:44 -0700
>> From: Shannon Dillon <shannonldillon at gmail.com>
>> To: NFBC-INFO <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Fwd: [Nfbnet-members-list] National Federation
>> of
>> the Blind Applauds Introduction of Greater Access and Independence
>> through Nonvisual Access Technology (GAIN) Act
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>>> From: "Danielsen, Chris via NFBNet-Members-List"
>>> <nfbnet-members-list at nfbnet.org>
>>> Date: July 31, 2019 at 6:18:40 AM PDT
>>> To: "Danielsen, Chris" <CDanielsen at nfb.org>
>>> Subject: [Nfbnet-members-list] National Federation of the Blind
>>> Applauds Introduction of Greater Access and Independence through
>>> Nonvisual Access Technology (GAIN) Act
>>> Reply-To: "Danielsen, Chris" <CDanielsen at nfb.org>
>>>
>>> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
>>> National Federation of the Blind Applauds Introduction of
>>> Greater Access and Independence through Nonvisual Access Technology
>>> (GAIN) Act
>>> Urges Swift Passage of Legislation to Preserve Independence of Blind
>>> People in their Homes
>>>
>>>
>>> Baltimore, Maryland (July 31, 2019): The National Federation of the
>>> Blind, the oldest and largest nationwide organization of blind
>>> Americans, today applauded the introduction of the Greater Access
>>> and Independence through Nonvisual Access Technology (GAIN) Act of
>>> 2019 in the House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by
>>> Representatives Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE),
>>> and Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA). This legislation directs the
>>> Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (the
>>> ?Access Board?) to develop a minimum nonvisual access standard for
>>> home-use medical devices, exercise equipment, and home appliances,
>>> and provide for the enforcement of the standard.
>>>
>>> ?The inaccessible design of most current appliances, home-use
>>> medical devices, and fitness equipment makes their controls
>>> difficult, or even impossible, to use by blind people,? said Mark
>>> Riccobono, President of the National Federation of the Blind.
>>> ?Inaccessibility is not a mere inconvenience. Full access to all
>>> features of a device are necessary for the privacy, wellbeing, and
>>> independence of blind Americans. We therefore commend Representative
>>> Schakowsky for introducing this legislation and urge members of
>>> Congress to act swiftly to pass it.?
>>>
>>> ###
>>>
>>> About the National Federation of the Blind
>>> The National Federation of the Blind (NFB), headquartered in
>>> Baltimore, is the oldest and largest nationwide organization of
>>> blind Americans. Founded in 1940, the NFB consists of affiliates,
>>> chapters, and divisions in the fifty states, Washington DC, and
>>> Puerto Rico. The NFB defends the rights of blind people of all ages
>>> and provides information and support to families with blind
>>> children, older Americans who are losing vision, and more. We
>>> believe in the hopes and dreams of blind people and work together to
>>> transform them into reality. Learn more about our many programs and
>>> initiatives at www.nfb.org.
>>>
>>> CONTACT:
>>> Chris Danielsen
>>> Director of Public Relations
>>> National Federation of the Blind
>>> (410) 659-9314, extension 2330
>>> (410) 262-1281 (Cell)
>>> cdanielsen at nfb.org
>>>
>>> This press release is also available at:
>>> https://nfb.org/about-us/press-room/national-federation-blind-applauds-introduction-greater-access-and-independence
>>>
>>> Christopher S. Danielsen, J.D.
>>> Director of Public Relations
>>> 200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
>>> (410) 659-9314, Ext. 2330 | cdanielsen at nfb.org
>>> Twitter: @rlawyer
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> 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.
>>>
>>>
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>> Message: 2
>> Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2019 22:29:58 -0700
>> From: "Joy Stigile" <joystigile at gmail.com>
>> To: "'NFB of California San Fernando Valley Chapter Mailing List'"
>> <nfbc-sfv at nfbnet.org>, "'NFB of California List'"
>> <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Presidents August Notebook
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>> Message: 3
>> Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2019 22:42:29 -0700
>> From: "Joy Stigile" <joystigile at gmail.com>
>> To: "'NFB of California San Fernando Valley Chapter Mailing List'"
>> <nfbc-sfv at nfbnet.org>, "'NFB of California List'"
>> <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Presidents August Notebook
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>>
>> Dear Friends,
>>
>>
>>
>> Congratulations on a fabulous national convention in Las Vegas. More
>> than
>> 370 Californians ultimately registered for the event. Some
>> Californians
>> tested Lyft self-driving cars, others touched tactile renderings of
>> Octopi.
>> We debated resolutions, enjoyed engaging general session speakers and
>> considered our choices during President Riccobono's banquet address.
>>
>> We missed our friends who could not attend. But we look forward to
>> seeing
>> you at our state convention, November 7-10 at the Embassy Suites
>> Silicon
>> Valley in Milpitas, CA, and in Houston for the 2020 national
>> convention,
>> June 29-July 4. I am re-energized to work with you and our state
>> affiliate
>> board to make this next state convention the best yet. We'll hear
>> from
>> autonomous vehicle developers, share information from blind people
>> working
>> in interesting and unusual jobs, build on our inclusion and diversity
>> initiatives, and gather together around the issues that are important
>> to
>> blind people in California. We'll also have a lot of fun and
>> fellowship in
>> the process. Mark your calendars now.
>>
>> Here is how we could really use your help in the meantime. We are
>> currently
>> looking for sponsors to help cover the costs of some of our important
>> programs that make a real difference in the lives of blind
>> Californians.
>> Sponsorship opportunities exist for our charter bus service from
>> Southern
>> California for those who cannot afford to fly to the state
>> convention, our
>> Braille Enrichment Literacy and Learning program for blind children,
>> and our
>> state college scholarship program. We are actively seeking
>> corporations,
>> foundations organizations or generous individuals to donate the funds
>> needed
>> to cover these life-changing programs. Please reach out to
>> president at nfbcal.org <mailto:president at nfbcal.org> if you have a
>> contact
>> who can partner with us in this work.
>>
>>
>>
>> Tim Elder
>>
>> President
>>
>> National Federation of the Blind of California
>>
>> president at nfbcal.org <mailto:president at nfbcal.org>
>>
>> 916.382.0372
>>
>>
>>
>> The At-Large Chapter is having a virtual Pampered Chef party! We'll
>> learn
>> new recipes, share cooking tips, shop, and spend time with friends.
>> Check in
>> each day to see what's new! Don't miss it! Click here to learn more:
>> https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/Jjnu0l
>>
>> Place your order anytime between August 1 - 28, 2019 and the At-Large
>> Chapter will earn 15% from your on-line order.Consultant Marcine
>> Campbell
>>
>> 818.631.4125, call her if you have any questions about your order!
>>
>> www.pamperedchef.biz/marcinecampbell
>> <http://www.pamperedchef.biz/marcinecampbell>
>>
>>
>>
>> Cathy Gaten, President At-Large Chapter
>>
>> 323.506.5939
>>
>> cathygaten1955 at gmail.com <mailto:cathygaten1955 at gmail.com>
>>
>>
>>
>> The Pathfinder Chapter of Los Angeles will hold two events this
>> month, the
>> first one is a fundraiser at the Sizzler restaurant on Friday, August
>> 2,
>> 2019 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at 5801 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City.
>> Cross
>> street is Slauson Avenue. we thank you in advance for supporting our
>> efforts in reaching our goal of getting every member to the state
>> convention.
>>
>>
>>
>> Their second event for you is to join them at their 5th annual "End
>> of
>> Summer Barbecue and Fellowship on Saturday, August 24, 2019, noon to
>> 4 p.m.
>> Located at Eucalyptus Park <x-apple-data-detectors://24> , 12100
>> Inglewood
>> Ave., Hawthorne, 90250 <x-apple-data-detectors://25> , cross street
>> is 121st
>> St. <x-apple-data-detectors://26> Donation: $15. also and auction
>> Will
>> be held with assorted items. If you would like to join in on all of
>> these
>> festivities and meet some great Federationists, please come on over
>> and
>> fellowship with them! If you have any questions contact Charlotte
>> Carroll:
>> 310.625.6558 <tel:310.625.6558> email: charlottec916 at gmail.com
>> <mailto:charlottec916 at gmail.com> or Jannette Stewart 310.293.1053
>> <tel:310.293.1053> email: Titostewart08 at gmail.com
>> <mailto:Titostewart08 at gmail.com>
>>
>>
>>
>> Rochelle Houston, First Vice President
>>
>> National Federation of the Blind of California
>>
>> President, Pathfinder Chapter Los Angeles
>>
>> rhouston58 at gmail.com <mailto:rhouston58 at gmail.com>
>>
>> 323 807.0300
>>
>>
>>
>> Join the San Joaquin County Chapter at Community Partnership for
>> Families'
>> National Night Out celebration Tuesday, August 6, 2019, from 5 - 7
>> p.m. at
>> Diamond Cove Ii, 5506 Tam O
>> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/5506+Tam+O%E2%80%99+Shanter+Drive,+Stock
>> ton?entry=gmail&source=g> ' Shanter Drive, Stockton. Get to know
>> your
>> neighbors, enjoy fun activities and explore valuable resources
>> available
>> from local agencies hosting booths there that evening. Please stop
>> by at
>> their table to say "Hi", and meet the chapter members and receive
>> your name
>> written in braille on your very own keepsake Braille alphabet
>> bookmark which
>> will enter you in our raffle! Let's all work together to make
>> Stockton a
>> safer place for every family.
>>
>>
>>
>> Joga Singh, President, San Joaquin County Chapter
>>
>> 209.203.2106
>>
>> <mailto:nfb.ca.sj at gmail.com> nfb.ca.sj at gmail.com
>>
>>
>>
>> Joy Stigile, Editor
>>
>>
>>
>> The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and
>> friends
>> who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nations blind. Every day
>> we work
>> together to help blind people live the lives they want.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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