From president at nfbcal.org Sun Jul 3 19:21:08 2022 From: president at nfbcal.org (president at nfbcal.org) Date: Sun, 3 Jul 2022 12:21:08 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] California Caucus and National Convention July 8, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. CT Message-ID: <009001d88f12$0d108780$27319680$@nfbcal.org> Friends, I'm packing my suitcase and getting very eager to see many of you in New Orleans for the first time in over two years. To say I am excited is an understatement. Please be sure to mark your calendars for the California affiliate caucus on Friday evening, July 8, at 7:30 p.m. (Central Time), 5:30 p.m. (Pacific Time), in Studio 6 and on Zoom. While you may find this information in the convention app, you will not find it in the formal agenda. SO please save this email in a safe place on your calendar and note the time is 7:30 p.m. New Orleans time, which will be at 5:30 p.m. for those in California. For those who cannot make it in person, we will all miss you and understand the present challenges of travel. We know you would be with us if you could. Be sure to register for the virtual convention experience so you can access convention broadcasts. https://nfb.org/index.php/get-involved/national-convention/2022-national-con vention-virtual-experience You can join the caucus on Zoom at the link at the bottom of this email. Finally, be sure to mark your calendar for our state convention, November 3-6 at the Courtyard San Diego Old Town by Marriott. My hope is that many who could not travel to New Orleans can nonetheless make it to San Diego this fall. The hotel is conveniently close to both air and ground transit hubs. Now more than ever, we need to work together to protect our rights to live the lives we want and share our hopeful view of blindness in an increasingly complicated world. I look forward to dreaming big dreams in New Orleans about the capacity of blind people. Please do come say hello to me and the other board members at the caucus. I will remain afterward to greet old friends and introduce myself to new folks. Please share this email with as many people as possible to ensure fellow Californians don't miss this announcement. The National Federation of the Blind of California is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: California Caucus Time: Jul 8, 2022 07:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/99829423000?pwd=UDlERkZtd1JCMHNZdFJUSTVNYUFkUT09 Meeting ID: 998 2942 3000 Passcode: 002023 One tap mobile +16699006833,,99829423000# US (San Jose) 14086380968,,99829423000# US +(San Jose) Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) +1 669 444 9171 US +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 646 931 3860 US Meeting ID: 998 2942 3000 Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/anBdRpRL7 Tim Elder President National Federation of the Blind of California president at nfbcal.org (916) 382-0372 http://www.nfbcal.org/ Did you know that blind Californians are holding monthly meetings in your region over Zoom and telephone? Check out our virtual local chapter and division meetings. All are welcome to attend. http://www.nfbcal.org/chapters-and-divisions/ From rachel.grider at gmail.com Mon Jul 4 01:23:03 2022 From: rachel.grider at gmail.com (Rachel Grider) Date: Sun, 3 Jul 2022 18:23:03 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] Banquet Exchange Message-ID: <7E2EEE58-74C9-47CB-B476-F009A5971952@gmail.com> Hello, everyone! I am so excited to see many of you in New Orleans this week! This year, I will be handling the banquet exchange. If you want to sit with California during the banquet, please get your banquet ticket to me before 11:30 AM Central on Thursday so that I can exchange your ticket for a table number. When you give me your ticket, be sure to let me know if you have any dietary restrictions. Also be sure to let me know if there are certain people with whom you would like to sit so that I can try to accommodate that. If you are planning to give me your ticket, or if you have any questions about the banquet exchange, you can call or text me at 209-602-1258. You can also find me during convention. I will be working at the Presidential Suite on Tuesday from 4-7, and I will be attending the board meeting on Thursday morning; I can also arrange to meet with anyone at different times throughout the next few days. See you all soon! Rachel From rachel.grider at gmail.com Wed Jul 6 21:44:11 2022 From: rachel.grider at gmail.com (Rachel Grider) Date: Wed, 6 Jul 2022 16:44:11 -0500 Subject: [NFBC-Info] Banquet Exchange Message-ID: Hello, everyone! I will be turning in tickets for banquet exchange tomorrow at 11:30 AM. If you would like to sit with California during the banquet on Sunday, please have your ticket to me no later than the end of the board meeting tomorrow morning. You can find me tonight at the piano on the second floor of the Sheraton around 8 PM, tomorrow morning marshaling for the board meeting, and I will also be attending the board meeting. Please text me at 209-602-1258 if you plan to turn in your tickets. It would be best if you can collect all of the tickets of those with whom you would like to sit and give them to me all at once. Thank you all, and, if I haven?t already, I look forward to seeing you over the next few days! Rachel From tmanosh at gmail.com Fri Jul 8 15:49:30 2022 From: tmanosh at gmail.com (tmanosh at gmail.com) Date: Fri, 8 Jul 2022 08:49:30 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] California Caucus at the National Convention Message-ID: <073801d892e2$50f30e40$f2d92ac0$@gmail.com> Hello All, This is a friendly reminder that today, Friday July 8, 2022 at 5:30 pm Pacific Time the California caucus will be taking place. So for those who are attending convention virtually please join the zoom link below at 5:30 PM to join our fellow Californians in New Orleans. The National Federation of the Blind of California is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: California Caucus Date: July 8, 2022 Time: 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/99829423000?pwd=UDlERkZtd1JCMHNZdFJUSTVNYUFkUT09 Meeting ID: 998 2942 3000 Passcode: 002023 One tap mobile +16699006833,,99829423000# US (San Jose) 14086380968,,99829423000# US +(San Jose) Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) Tiffany Manosh NFBC Board Member President River City Chapter National Federation of the Blind of California From president at nfbcal.org Thu Jul 14 00:56:50 2022 From: president at nfbcal.org (president at nfbcal.org) Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:56:50 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] FW: CA SILC seeking applications for membership In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <010001d8971c$9a7161f0$cf5425d0$@nfbcal.org> Please pass this note among the chapters. Let's get some blind representation on this committee. It is a great way to engage for the right person. Tim Elder President National Federation of the Blind of California president at nfbcal.org (916) 382-0372 http://www.nfbcal.org/ Did you know that blind Californians are holding monthly meetings in your region over Zoom and telephone? Check out our virtual local chapter and division meetings. All are welcome to attend. http://www.nfbcal.org/chapters-and-divisions/ ===== Original ===== Good afternoon Friends, The California State Independent Living Council (SILC) is seeking qualified individuals to serve on the Council. The SILC is an 18-member volunteer council composed of leaders who are interested in promoting independent living in the lives of people with disabilities. The SILC makes policy recommendations to the Governor on issues which impact the lives of Californians with disabilities, on programs and services, and cross-system coordination needs for people with disabilities. The SILC also influences policy and program development affecting people with disabilities. SILC Members participate in quarterly meetings, in monthly subcommittee meetings and workgroups, and provide perspective and feedback to policymakers. Travel is reimbursed for in-person meetings. Virtual options are also available. If interested in becoming a SILC member, please review the SILC webpage for more information on the work we do. To get started, submit a current resume to the SILC Executive Director at Carrie at calsilc.ca.gov and fill out the application for appointment available on the Governor's webpage. Candidates will be interviewed by the SILC Executive Director and the Governor's office. The selection process is competitive. Appointments will be made at the discretion of the SILC and the Governor. Please contact Carrie England at Carrie at calsilc.ca.gov with questions. Thank you for your interest in advancing independent living for people with disabilities. Desired SILC Member Characteristics: * Leadership skills * Time and ability to stay engaged in the work of the SILC for the full 3-year term of membership * Knowledge of Independent Living philosophy and what it stands for * Integrity: Members who do what they say they are going to do * It is preferred that members have served on a board or advisory committee before, and understand that it is a different kind of service from other volunteer work * We currently have voting members who live in the following counties: Los Angeles, Mendocino, Placer, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Shasta, and Tulare. It is preferred that new members come from Counties that are not already represented. * New members should add diversity to the Council - The following groups are currently under- or un-represented on the SILC: * Youth (defined as ages 14 to 24) (Please note: you must be at least 18 years old to be considered a voting member of the SILC) * Older individuals with disabilities (those over age 60) * Persons of Color * Traumatic Brain Injury Community * Native American Community * Residents of Rural areas of California, Central Valley, and North Eastern part of the state * Persons with Developmental Disabilities, Autism, or Aspergers * Person with Mental Illness * Persons from the LGBTQIA+ community * Persons from the Blind and/or Low Vision community * Persons from the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community Carrie England (she/her/hers) Executive Director State Independent Living Council (SILC) 1300 Ethan Way Suite 110 Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 263-7905, press option 2 for "Executive Director" to leave a message Pronouns matter. Why? https://lgbt.ucsf.edu/pronounsmatter *Please note, I do not expect a reply from you after 5:00pm, on weekends or holidays. From joystigile at gmail.com Thu Jul 14 01:11:29 2022 From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com) Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:11:29 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] You are invited to a fun-raising party with the At-Large Chapter of the NFBCAL! Message-ID: <00e701d8971e$a69782f0$f3c688d0$@gmail.com> Please share with your friends and family! The At-Large Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California will be hosting a virtual fundraising party with the Pampered Chef company on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at 7 p.m. Pacific Join us we're going to learn new recipes and cooking tips, shop, and spend time together! This party will be over Zoom, info is below. You won't want to miss it! Click here to learn more: https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/cathygaten0617 We will have several offers available to us including free gift for orders over $80 and also free shipping on orders $150 or more!!! Just place your order by July 29, through the link above or call after the party until July 29, to our pampered Chef consultant Marcine Campbell at 818.631.4125! The sooner you place your order the sooner you will receive your merchandise! At-Large Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California President Kathy Gaten Topic: At Large Chapter Meeting Date: Thursday July 21, 2022 Time: 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) 8:00 PM Mountain, 9:00 PM Central, 10:00 PM Eastern Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/95264055668?pwd=a2xMaHNrZFFpVENkUFdNaUovTHl6UT09 Meeting ID: 952 6405 5668 Passcode: 286492 One tap mobile +14086380968,,95264055668# US (San Jose) +16699006833,,95264055668# US (San Jose) Dial by your location +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Please share with your friends and family! 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 we want. From buhrow at nfbcal.org Sat Jul 16 02:26:10 2022 From: buhrow at nfbcal.org (Brian Buhrow) Date: Fri, 15 Jul 2022 19:26:10 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] SAN JOSE CHAPTER MEETING, 07/16/2022 3:00PM VIA ZOOM (JOIN US!) Message-ID: <202207160226.26G2QAcn026433@nfbcal.org> hello fellow NFB Family members. tomorrow, the San Jose Chapter will be holding its monthly meeting virtually, see Zoom links below, 07/16/2022 3:00pM Pacific time. Here is a preliminary agenda. 1. Convention Round Up: We will discuss the just ended 2022 NFB National Convention. We will ask everyone to contribute their favorite story from this year's convention. If you weren't at the convention, either in person or virtually, join us and listen to the stories and ask questions about what you hear. 2. News on our first chapter fund raiser. Brian Q and Jamie Crane have completed the set up for our first ever fund raiser as a chapter. Come and learn what it is and how it will work. 3. Bring a friend. Bring someone new with you to the meeting and introduce them to our group. Looking forward to seeing evryone virtually tomorrow! -thanks -Brian ------------------------------ Join Zoom Meeting https://cuboulder.zoom.us/j/94251356477 Meeting ID: 942 5135 6477 One tap mobile +16699006833,,94251356477# US (San Jose) +13462487799,,94251356477# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US +1 301 715 8592 US +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 942 5135 6477 Find your local number: https://cuboulder.zoom.us/u/aeJ0GHls Join by SIP 94251356477 at zoomcrc.com Join by H.323 162.255.37.11 (US West) 162.255.36.11 (US East) 221.122.88.195 (China) 115.114.131.7 (India Mumbai) 115.114.115.7 (India Hyderabad) 213.19.144.110 (EMEA) 103.122.166.55 (Australia) 209.9.211.110 (Hong Kong) 64.211.144.160 (Brazil) 69.174.57.160 (Canada) 207.226.132.110 (Japan) Meeting ID: 942 5135 6477 --- End of forwarded message from "Brian Buhrow" From joystigile at gmail.com Sat Jul 16 04:13:44 2022 From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com) Date: Fri, 15 Jul 2022 21:13:44 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] FW: Learn about self-employment and start your own business, application date extended until July 22 In-Reply-To: <20220715201520.0E43E61EDD07@lx-web-pri.nfb.org> References: <20220715201520.0E43E61EDD07@lx-web-pri.nfb.org> Message-ID: <005d01d898ca$70f59cb0$52e0d610$@gmail.com> From: National Federation of the Blind Sent: Friday, July 15, 2022 1:15 PM To: Joy Stigile Subject: Learn about self-employment and start your own business Entrepreneurism: A Solution to Unemployment and Underemployment of the Blind The National Federation of the Blind has partnered with Synergies Work, an Atlanta nonprofit that supports entrepreneurs with disabilities, to empower blind and low-vision entrepreneurs across the country to launch new businesses and grow existing enterprises through Synergies Work's Idea to Incubation (i2i) Program. Start your own business! President Mark Riccobono said in the partnership announcement, "We seek real, innovative solutions to the over 70 percent unemployment rate of blind people and actively pursue partnerships which create meaningful opportunities to enhance the role of blind entrepreneurs in the dynamic small-business sector of the United States. We're pleased to partner with Synergies Work and Include LLC through the SmartJob impact investing platform to empower the blind to obtain the kinds of employment opportunities that enable them to live the lives they want." Take advantage of the remote learning opportunities: Synergies Work: i2i Entrepreneurship Program and the Include LLC: How to Raise Money from Venture Capitalists & Angel Investors Program. Both of these applications are open at no cost to entrepreneurial members. We really encourage you to apply without regard to whether you have any prior experience with either subject. Space is limited. Apply today. Synergies Work: i2i Entrepreneurship Program The Synergies Work i2i (Idea to Incubation) program is the largest entrepreneurial program in the United States offering mentorship, business education, funding, and an ongoing support to enable individuals with disabilities to launch and grow sustainable businesses. Check out a short introduction video they created. The application deadline has been extended. Though the website mentions applications are closing July 15th, they have generously agreed to extend the application deadline to next Friday, July 22nd. Learn more about the Synergies Work i2i program dates, details, and application process. Include LLC: How to Raise Money from Venture Capitalists & Angel Investors Program Do you have a business or even just a business idea and you?re trying to understand how to get money that isn?t just a loan to help grow your business? There is another kind of investor called an equity investor who provides you money for a percentage of your business. Almost every famous startup organization began by fundraising from equity investors. And we?d like to show you how you can too. This course explores how to raise money from equity investors who are more famously called Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors. We?ll start from the beginning and share what they look for when evaluating a business, and how to speak their language so that you can sell them on your great idea. Sign up now for first two webinars ? "Funding your Business ? What are your Options?" and "What is Venture Capital & Should I Raise It?" Read Our Latest Post on Voice of the Nation?s Blind Blog Long time Federationist, Todd Elzey, wrote about his employment experiences and excitement for the promotion of self-employment opportunities. He said, ?I have believed for years that programs are needed to encourage and assist those blind individuals who are interested in running their own businesses?If you?ve ever wanted to start your own business, but felt that you couldn?t, the Synergies Work i2i Entrepreneurship Program just might be the opportunity you need to live the life you want to live as a small business owner.? Read the post, Entrepreneurism: A Solution to Unemployment and Underemployment of the Blind . Center for Employment Opportunities & SmartJob As President Riccobono shared in the 2022 Presidential Report, the National Federation of the Blind works to bridge the gaps leading to unemployment and underemployment among the nation?s blind through our Center for Employment Opportunities initiative. And this year, we were a founding ambassador in the global launch of SmartJob, LLC. SmartJob is a global company dedicated to closing the disability wealth gap by catalyzing employment through innovation. SmartJob serves as a first-of-its-kind social impact consultant and trusted source of market intelligence for donors and investors in the 1 billion+ person global disability market. We scout, source, advise, and support social entrepreneurs and early stage companies that are committed and focused on profound disability impact. Regina "Gina" Kline, who presented at NFB22, founded SmartJob at the end of 2020, building a platform to attract disability deal flow and assembling a 14-person advisory board that brings together skills and lived experience from disability policy, disability advocacy, investing, technology and the impact economy. Pursue the career you want. If you have questions or feedback, please email employment at nfb.org . National Federation of the Blind | 200 E Wells Street | Baltimore, MD 21230 | 410-659-9314 Unsubscribe | Opt Out | Sign Up for Our E-newsletter 200 East Wells St. Baltimore, 21230 United States .. From ajine.vistacenter at gmail.com Mon Jul 18 17:54:22 2022 From: ajine.vistacenter at gmail.com (Amy Jine) Date: Mon, 18 Jul 2022 10:54:22 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] Fwd: FW: Youth In Vision - Upcoming workshops, events and other community resources! In-Reply-To: References: <1139064313190.1130893780858.-1.0.771503JL.1001@scheduler.constantcontact.com> Message-ID: Hi there, Please share with anyone who might be interested in attending. August and September events! [image: Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired Logo] *Youth in Vision - August Events* Vista Voyagers and Youth of Tomorrow is a community of students, families, educators, and vision experts dedicated to enhancing the independence and confidence of youth living with vision loss. What you will find in this Newsletter: ? *Youth of Tomorrow- A Day in the Life* ? *Voyagers Give Back at the Menlo Horse Show* ? *Upcoming- Fall Voyagers' Independence Trip, Dress for Success* ? *Community Resources and Activities* *August Events* *Youth of Tomorrow - A Day in Life at Grocery Outlet* Ever wondered how a grocery store operates? How are all the items perfectly stocked on the shelves? Who makes all the bread in the bakery? How do you get a job at the grocery store? Join YoT to discover the in?s and out?s of Grocery Outlet?s behind the scenes! You will learn about a variety of jobs including becoming a franchise owner, courtesy clerk, and cashier positions. Grocery stores are a great entry level position which teach responsibility, attention to details, and customer service skills. Many young adults start their careers working in retail and continue to become a manager or business owner. This is your chance to learn about the operations of a local grocery store, network for your own future position, and discover a variety of future career paths! Grocery stores are an essential business which play a vital role in our everyday lives, join YoT to learn about your local stores layout, job positions, and future possibilities! Who: Youth with vision loss between the ages of 14-24 When: August 18th from 11am-1pm Where: Grocery Outlet 3140 Williams Road, San Jose, CA 95117 RSVP: on our our event page [image: Students wearing blue Vista Center shirts pet a white horse at the Menlo Horse Show] *Voyagers Give Back at the Menlo Horse Show! * The Voyager program is founded on the belief that all students should have access to educational and recreational programming. Vista Center raises funds year-round to provide for all Voyager events and students. This August Voyagers have a chance to volunteer at the Menlo Horse Show , a prestigious horse show whose proceeds benefit Vista Center. Voyagers will be passing out water, snacks, and serving lunch to officials, participants, and guests as a thank you for supporting Vista Center and the Voyagers. Students and families are welcome to come and serve our sponsors. This is also an opportunity to earn those volunteer hours needed for high school graduation! Volunteers will also have a special tour of the horse show. The tour includes all things horses! You will have a chance to meet and touch multiple horses, understand their care and feed, touch a horseshoe and saddle, and more. This is a special tour giving your student the change to understand these majestic and sweet animals. *Who:* Youth with vision loss and their families *When: *Friday, August 12th from Time TBD (Check our event page for details) *Where:* Menlo Circus Club, 190 Park Lane, Atherton, CA; transportation available from SJ *RSVP:* Required on our event page by August 5 *Save the Date!**?* *Fall Independence Trip* Join the Voyagers on our popular Fall Independence Trip! This overnight trip is an epic adventure kayaking to Angel Island, the jewel of San Francisco Bay. This one-night getaway is packed with fun learning opportunities for your student to develop independence, learn a new accessible physical activity, and form lasting friendships. During the trip, Voyagers will learn the basics of kayaking, paddle to Angel Island, hike and explore the islands, and camp within historic Civil War buildings. The next day, we?ll enjoy a morning paddle back to Sausalito to close our most popular Fall event. This trip is great for novice to advanced paddlers of varying abilities and backgrounds, and all students will be paired with sighted guides. We will partner with the fabulous Environmental Travel Companions who will provide experienced guides and camping equipment. Complete safety and health protocols will be followed. Don?t miss this one of a kind Voyager adventure! *Who:* Youth with vision loss ages 14 - 22 *When:* Saturday, September 17-18 *Where:* Meet at Vista Center, transportation will be provided to SF *RSVP:* September 5th on our events page *Dress for Success Returns!* The super successful dress for success event returns. This time we'll go to Macy's and meet stylists who will help you prepare to dress for upcoming interviews, school, special events and occasions. Come learn about what they can offer you...it's more than just clothing, they are also you personal shopper virtually and in person! We'll need you to fill out a questionnaire before attending so the stylists can customize your shopping experience so RSVP early. *Save the date:* September 10th - 9:30am-12:30pm *Who:* Youth with vision loss ages 14 - 24 *Where:* Macy's at Valley Fair, Santa Clara *RSVP:* by September 3rd to ajine at vistacenter.org *Other Events and Resources for the Community! * *Scholarship Applications Now Open!* Each year, Learning Ally members who are completing undergraduate or graduate degrees, and who are blind or visually impaired, are eligible to apply for our Mary P. Oenslager Scholastic Achievement Award (SAA) scholarship program in recognition of academic achievement, outstanding leadership, and service to others. Learning Ally are accepting applications now through the end of the year. Winners will be notified of awards in early 2023. *Super Family Sundays at the Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo! * Super Family Sunday is on *July 17, 2022 ? 5:30 to 7:00 pm.* This is a free event at the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo ?Children with all disabilities are welcome, as well as parents, siblings and grandparents. Come play with our new exhibits and meet zoo animals up-close! In order to maintain a non-crowded environment, spots are limited and *reservations are required*.* Please visit the museum's** Eventbrite site.* Mark your calendars for the upcoming Super Family Sunday on: ? Aug. 21, 5:30-7pm ? Sept. 18, 5:30-7pm ? Oct. 23, 5:30-7pm *Free At-home COVID-19 Tests for People Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision* Read more about the tests . *How to get the tests:* Order online or by calling 1-800-232-0233. ? Each order will include two rapid-antigen tests that are more accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. ? Orders will ship free, while supplies last. Because supplies are limited, please order the more accessible tests only if you do not have options for using the standard tests. If you have someone you trust who can help you administer the test and interpret results (in person, or through a video platform like FaceTime or Zoom), or can use assistive technology (such as AIRA or Be My Eyes), please order the standard tests . ?Call 888-677-1199 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern) or email DIAL at usaginganddisability.org *Positive word of mouth helps us grow! 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DILLON Legislative Coordinator and President of the California Association of Guide Dog Users, A Division of the National Federation of the Blind of California Find your local chapter at www.nfbcal.org From joystigile at gmail.com Wed Jul 20 19:35:11 2022 From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com) Date: Wed, 20 Jul 2022 12:35:11 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] You are invited to a fun-raising party by the At-Large Chapter of the NFBCAL tomorrow on Zoom! Message-ID: <009401d89c6f$d5cc2b60$81648220$@gmail.com> Please share with your friends and family! The At-Large Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California will be hosting a virtual fundraising party with the Pampered Chef company on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at 7 p.m. Pacific Join us we're going to learn new recipes and cooking tips, shop, and spend time together! This party will be over Zoom, info is below. You won't want to miss it! Click here to learn more: https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/cathygaten0617 We will have several offers available to us including free gift for orders over $80 and also free shipping on orders $150 or more!!! Just place your order by July 29, through the link above or call after the party until July 29, to our pampered Chef consultant Marcine Campbell at 818.631.4125! The sooner you place your order the sooner you will receive your merchandise! At-Large Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California President Kathy Gaten Topic: At Large Chapter Meeting Date: Thursday July 21, 2022 Time: 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) 8:00 PM Mountain, 9:00 PM Central, 10:00 PM Eastern Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/95264055668?pwd=a2xMaHNrZFFpVENkUFdNaUovTHl6UT09 Meeting ID: 952 6405 5668 Passcode: 286492 One tap mobile +14086380968,,95264055668# US (San Jose) +16699006833,,95264055668# US (San Jose) Dial by your location +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Please share with your friends and family! 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 we want. From 1stamendmented at gmail.com Thu Jul 21 05:54:56 2022 From: 1stamendmented at gmail.com (Edward Davis) Date: Wed, 20 Jul 2022 22:54:56 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] NFB CAL Interest Groups Message-ID: <07b701d89cc6$68e9f390$3abddab0$@gmail.com> Come one come all, This is to inform everyone that on July 1, 2022 the NFB Of California Membership coordinator partnered with the D& I committee and created some Interest Groups. The Interest Groups that are in place are, Book Club, Technology, Fitness, Sports Talk, Audio Descriptive Movies, Gardening, Blind Accessible Gaming and Advocacy,Membership Building,Student Division, a rrange of Arts and Crafts. Coming up in August we have the following new Groups are, Cooking Without Looking, Public Speaking,, Poetry Reading, Business Building Workshop and Navigating DOR with a Blind Field Service counselor etc. We are seeking someone to head up a Interest Group that will cover the NFB History and Philosophy of the organization. Please share this information with your chapter members and other blind and visually impaired friends. For more information contact Edward Davis NFB Of California D&I Committee Chair at 1stamendmented at gmail.com Or Cheryl Thurston NFB Of California Membership Coordinator Cthurston74 at gmail.com From president at nfbcal.org Thu Jul 21 14:35:08 2022 From: president at nfbcal.org (president at nfbcal.org) Date: Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:35:08 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] FW: Sacramento CA: California Foundation for Independent Living Centers hiring Executive Director Message-ID: <001e01d89d0f$175e0ea0$461a2be0$@nfbcal.org> Please encourage qualified candidates with disabilities to apply for this leadership opportunity. CFILC Executive Director Job Announcement The California Foundation for Independent Living Centers (CFILC) announces its nationwide search for a new Executive Director to advance the association?s vision of Independent Living for people with disabilities in California. CFILC is a membership-based organization which is passionately committed to the Independent Living philosophy of self-determination and the concept that people with disabilities are the best and most knowledgeable experts regarding their own needs. Reporting to our board of directors, the Executive Director will provide collaborative and strategic leadership for the association of 25 Independent Living Centers (ILCs) based in California and will manage a cohesive and talented staff of 15 full-time employees and a budget of about $ 9 million. Please use this link or see below to view the Job Description: https://www.cfilc.org/jobs/ Please send cover letter and resume by August 10, 2022 to cfilcedsearchcommittee at gmail.com . California Foundation for Independent Living Centers Executive Director Position Overview The California Foundation for Independent Living Centers (CFILC) is a membership-based organization which operates within an Independent Living (IL) framework. The IL philosophy places a sharp focus on self-determination, and the concept that people with disabilities are the best and most knowledgeable experts regarding their own needs. Independent Living Centers (ILCs), as well as other disability-centered organizations, form a coalition that relies on CFILC to serve as the statewide network?s advocacy body. Under the direction of the Chair of CFILC, the Executive Director implements the policies of the board, and communicates the vision, mission and goals of CFILC to ILC staff, legislators and public policy makers as well as other organizations. The Director promotes full participation of ILCs and other disability organizations in the activities of CFILC; ensures effective flow of communication between all members, coalitions and community partners, etc.; monitor budgets; leads CFILC management team; is responsible for organizational fund development; and facilitates the achievement of CFILC?s annual strategic planning goals. Position Responsibilities: * Supervises the CFILC Staff of about 15. * Manages $2 Million Operational Budget. * Manages $7 Million Pass-through Funds Program Budget. * Coordinates 25 Member Trade Association. * Communicates and implements board policies throughout the organization. * Serves as liaison with the leadership of our government & private non-profit partners: Department of Rehabilitation, California Department of Aging, Office of Emergency Services, Department of Developmental Services, Public Utilities Commission, State Independent Living Council, California Commission on Aging, State Council on Developmental Disabilities, California Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities, and others. * Represents CFILC on multiple statewide committees, such as Master Plan for Aging Steering Committee and the Disability and Aging Community Living Advisory Committee. * Maintains partnerships with other statewide disability and aging policymakers: DRC, DREDF, C4A, and others. * Represents the IL Community with healthcare providers ? managed care (MediCal, Medicare) & other healthcare stakeholders. * Serves as the chief organizational spokesperson on advocacy issues and communicates with statewide stakeholders, including policymakers. * Cultivates and nurtures relationships with potential funders and oversees the development and submission of foundation, corporate and governmental grants and contracts. * Develops and implements a strategic development plan for the sustainability and expansion (to serve more Californians with disabilities) of the California IL network. * Effectively manages CFILC?s human resources according to Board authorized personnel policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations. * Responsible for developing and monitoring Operational & Total funding Budgets. * Assists in the planning and facilitation of CFILC statewide meetings. Position Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and ability desired for the position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. * Minimum five years executive level experience in managing a board-governed non-profit organization. * Bachelor?s degree or equivalent experience. * Preferred Master's level degree in disability or management-related field. * Lives in the vicinity of Sacramento (within 4-hour commute) and has a regular presence at the State Capitol. * Demonstrated ability to represent the interests of a marginalized intersectional community. * Must show a commitment to the empowerment of Independent Living Centers and persons with disabilities to create a more accessible community. * Must have a demonstrated history of securing funding from a variety of sources including private, government and corporate funders. * Ability to clearly develop and articulate public policy positions and information regarding both issues affecting people with disabilities as well as the California Independent Living Centers. * Ability to communicate in written and oral modes concisely, completely and effectively. * Ability to facilitate communication between and among the membership as well as the various groups that make up the state-wide disability community. * Ability to engage, advocate and build consensus with individuals who have diverging positions from CFILC core values and/or policies. * Ability to communicate with people with various disabilities. * Ability to work with a large membership and facilitate conflict resolution. * Ability to work as a member of a team. Expected to work effectively with co-workers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner: listening to and objectively considering ideas and suggestions from others; keeping commitments; keeping others informed of work progress, timetables, and issues; addressing problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical solutions. * Knowledge of, and commitment to, the concepts/philosophy of Independent Living and consumer empowerment. * Knowledge of, or ability to acquire knowledge of, relevant stakeholders in disability issues (e.g., consumers, non-ILC organizations, ILC organizations, legislators, and state agencies). * Knowledge of disability laws on the state and federal levels and legislative bill and budget processes. * Ability to lead a strong comprehensive fund development strategy that includes grant writing, events planning, annual campaigns, membership campaign, electronic fundraising, direct ask, endowment, and capital campaigns. * Ability to exercise initiative, ingenuity and sound judgment in workload coordination and technical matters. * Ability to operate in an electronic office environment. * Ability to delegate responsibilities and monitor completion of tasks. * Knowledge of, and ability to comply with, non-profit business practices. * Ability to arrange necessary transportation which must be maintained throughout employment. Preferred Qualification: * Personal experience with disabilities. * Program development and management experience in an Independent Living Center or other disability-related, grass roots agency. * Competent bilingual skills in a threshold language or in ASL. How To Apply: Applicants must email a cover letter and resume to: ED Search Committee Email Address: cfilcedsearchcommittee at gmail.com Subject Line Title: Executive Director No phone calls or faxes will be accepted. CFILC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. CFILC provides reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Please notify us if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process. REMINDER: The DRBA listserv is intended to facilitate open discussion and sharing of ideas. 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Also an auction will take place of 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 us! If you have any questions contact Betsy Estrada. SAVE THE DATE! The play, ?BLIND SEALED DELIVERED I?M YOURS ? is coming to the big stage on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at the Garrdena Moose Lodge. Rochelle Houston, National Federation of the Blind of California President, Pathfinder Chapter Los Angeles rhouston58 at gmail.com 323 807-0300 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. From rhouston58 at gmail.com Thu Jul 28 00:14:38 2022 From: rhouston58 at gmail.com (Rochelle Houston) Date: Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:14:38 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] Pathfinder chapter 7th annual end of summer barbecue correction Message-ID: <006801d8a217$0708bbb0$151a3310$@gmail.com> ?The Pathfinder chapter of Los Angeles is extending an invitation for you to join us at our 7th annual END of SUMMER BARBECUE and fellowship. The barbecue will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2022, 12 noon to 4 P.M. At Eucalyptus Park, 12100 Inglewood Avenue, Hawthorne, 90250, Cross Street 122nd St. Donation: $25 in advance. Please contact Betsy Estrada at 323/300/0985 or betsyestrada76 at gmail.com for method of payment. The deadline to send your donation is August 15th. Also an auction will take place of 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 us! If you have any questions contact Betsy Estrada. SAVE THE DATE! The play, ?BLIND SEALED DELIVERED I?M YOURS ? is coming to the big stage on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at the Garrdena Moose Lodge. Rochelle Houston, National Federation of the Blind of California President, Pathfinder Chapter Los Angeles rhouston58 at gmail.com 323 807-0300 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 From joystigile at gmail.com Sun Jul 31 19:56:27 2022 From: joystigile at gmail.com (joystigile at gmail.com) Date: Sun, 31 Jul 2022 12:56:27 -0700 Subject: [NFBC-Info] The DAN of California DoubleGood popcorn fundraiser will start August 4! Message-ID: <014901d8a517$9f976680$dec63380$@gmail.com> Hello fellow Federationists- I set up a Double Good virtual fundraiser! It's 100% contactless, we keep 50% of the profit and the product ships directly to the buyer. Each of us will create a Pop-Up Store and sell Double Good gourmet popcorn! Prices range from $18-$59. The popcorn is award-winning and really delicious! Our fundraising window begins on August 04, 2022, at 5:00 PM and goes until August 08, 2022, at 5:00 PM. Before the fundraiser begins: 1. Download the Double Good app 2. Enter our Event Code TYFCPY in the app 3. Create your Pop-Up Store The app is available for free on iOS and Android. Thanks so much for supporting the Diabetes Action Network of California! For any questions either call me at: 818.510.2353 or email: joystigile at gmail.com