[Nfbf-l] FW: Dynamism of NFB Announcement

[Darlene Laibl-Crowe via Nfbf-l]

DYNAMISM OF NFB

Dynamism is defined as something that has 

“energy and a strong desire to make something happen”; 

now, who does that sound like?  YOU!

As a member of the National Federation of the Blind, you want to make a difference!  Have you encountered a situation where you, as a blind person, were misunderstood or criticized for your ideas because someone thought you couldn’t do something?  What actions did you take to change that situation?  Are you creative in how you maintain your independence?  Do you have a funny story of how you accomplished something?  Are you a parent of a Blind child?  

Share your unique story through writing, videos and pictures!

 

The Communications Committee, in collaboration with the Writer’s Division, the Public Relations Committee, and the Social Media Committee is seeking stories along with videos and pictures, which reflect the NFB philosophy.  These stories may be selected and highlighted in the Braille Monitor, on Facebook/Twitter or in a Kernel book.  Stories are being compiled into a book to celebrate NFB’s 75th Anniversary!

 

Have you used the white cane for other tasks instead of mobility?  For example, do you play pool with it?  Talk about the unique ways you clean the house, cook, wash the car, garden, and play games or sports.  Do you like to bowl?  Share a video of getting that strike!  Do you like to work with your hands; such as, construction, mechanics or knitting?  Do you like to fish, hunt or play golf?  Share how you accomplish your activities at home, in the community or on the job.  

The Inquiring minds of the world want to know what the blind can do!

For samples of the stories that we are looking for, read the April issue of the Braille Monitor.

 <https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm14/bm1404/bm1404tc.htm> https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm14/bm1404/bm1404tc.htm

Unlimited submissions of stories, pictures and videos can be submitted to 

 

 <mailto:nfbdynamism at nfbnet.org> nfbdynamism at nfbnet.org 

 

Please attached word document stories, JPEG formatted pictures and clearly identify who/what is in the picture.  Videos can be downloaded free at  <http://www.dropbox.com> www.dropbox.com.  Once registered, upload video and click share.  The link to this file can be copied and pasted into the email.

Deadline is January 31, 2015

   Get those creative juices flowing!  On your mark, get set, GO!