[NFBF-L] Fwd: Welcome to #NFB22 Day 2: Registration and Resolutions Day!

Wed Jul 6 19:38:19 UTC 2022

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From: National Federation of the Blind <webmaster at nfb.org>
Date: Wed, Jul 6, 2022, 8:32 AM
Subject: Welcome to #NFB22 Day 2: Registration and Resolutions Day!
To: Z'Leah Liburd <nyirah17 at gmail.com>

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*Welcome to National Convention! *

*Day 2: Registration and Resolutions Day, Committee Sessions, and More*

We are excited to connect with you here in New Orleans. Here are
highlights, reminders, and added events for #NFB22. Also, check for agenda
changes and updates.
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26574&qid=7365472>

   - 2022 National Convention Agenda
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26575&qid=7365472>
   - What is on the schedule for Wednesday, July 6
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26576&qid=7365472>
   - Review Thursday, July 7 sessions and plan to attend the Board Meeting
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26577&qid=7365472>

*Employment & Entrepreneurs Events*

   - Join your loyal friends of the NFB Employment Committee on July 9 from
   7:00 – 9:00 p.m. in Studio 2 of the Marriott for an evening of etiquette.
   Your coach will be long-time Federationist Eileen Rivera Ley, founder of
   Blind Savvy USA and creator of the ever popular Blind & Socially Savvy
   Strength Series™. RSVP by sending an email to smturner234 at gmail.com
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26578&qid=7365472>.
   - In partnership with Smart Jobs LLC we are hosting a gathering of blind
   entrepreneurs at the National Convention to get feedback and share emerging
   resources. The event will be held on July 10, from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Due to
   limited space, please complete the Blind Entrepreneurs Forum Form
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26579&qid=7365472>.

*#NFB22 Box Office: Two Offsite, Exclusive Shows *

Both of the following exclusive screenings will be at Prytania Theatre -
Canal Place which is located at 333 Canal St 3rd Floor, New Orleans, LA
70130. This theatre is .2 miles or approximately six-minute walk from the
New Orleans Marriott.
*July 8: Stranger Things 4 *

In collaboration with the National Federation of the Blind, Netflix invites
you to a theatrical screening of Stranger Things 4 with Audio Description
and Subtitles for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing as part of the 2022 National
Convention. On Friday, July 8 at 7:30 p.m. join us for complimentary
concessions and exclusive Stranger Things merch designed for the National
Federation of the Blind Convention at the Prytania Theatre - Canal Place.
Space is limited. Register now for the screening of Netflix’s Stranger
Things 4 <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26580&qid=7365472> to save
your seat.
*July 9: Advanced Screening of Surpassing Sight*

Join us Saturday, July 9, 5:30 p.m. at Prytania Theatres at Canal Place for
an advanced screening of the film Surpassing Sight. A gripping documentary
set out to prove to the world that people who are blind can be successful
both on and off the bike, in the saddle and in the boardroom. The
documentary, Surpassing Sight, parallels a journey to tackle the toughest
cycling race in the world with the journey through the employment world.
Please note: the location of this event has been updated from the published
agenda. Check out the trailer
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26593&qid=7365472>.
*Convention Reminders*

   - Participate in Give $20! Enter the Give $20 Convention Drawing
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26549&amp;qid=> and double
   your dollars now thanks to a generous matching contribution from
HumanWare. Give
   $20 online contribution form
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26550&amp;qid=>.
   - Please wear a mask to all convention activities. Thank you!
   - We are committed to delivering a safe and welcoming national
   convention experience as detailed in our 2022 National Convention Safety
   Protocols <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26582&qid=7365472>,
our National
   Convention COVID-19 Testing Protocols
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26583&qid=7365472>, and the National
   Federation of the Blind Code of Conduct
   <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26584&qid=7365472>.

*Connect at Convention!*

We look forward to your participation. Share your excitement by posting on
social media using the hashtag #NFB22. Follow the conversation, ask
questions, and share fun expectations. For more information, visit
https://nfb.org/convention
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26585&qid=7365472>.

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