[NFBC-Info] NFBC-Info Digest, Vol 171, Issue 1
president at nfbcal.org
president at nfbcal.org
Thu Aug 1 21:54:26 UTC 2019
apologies. The 2020 national convention is indeed June-- July 5, not June 29-- July 4 as noted in my previous message.
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Isn’t The national convention from june 30th to July 5, 2020 in houston, texas?
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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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> Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2019 20:24:44 -0700
> From: Shannon Dillon <shannonldillon at gmail.com>
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> 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"
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>> 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>
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>> 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
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>> 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.
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>> ?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.?
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>> 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.
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>> 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
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>> This press release is also available at:
>> https://nfb.org/about-us/press-room/national-federation-blind-applaud
>> s-introduction-greater-access-and-independence
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>> 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
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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.
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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'"
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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'"
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> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Presidents August Notebook
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> Dear Friends,
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>
> 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>
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> 916.382.0372
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>
>
> 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
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> 818.631.4125, call her if you have any questions about your order!
>
> www.pamperedchef.biz/marcinecampbell
> <http://www.pamperedchef.biz/marcinecampbell>
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>
>
> Cathy Gaten, President At-Large Chapter
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> 323.506.5939
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> cathygaten1955 at gmail.com <mailto:cathygaten1955 at gmail.com>
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>
>
> 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>
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>
>
> 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>
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> 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
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> Joy Stigile, Editor
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>
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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 nations blind.
> Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.
>
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