<div dir="ltr"><div><span id="gmail-docs-internal-guid-f1c86fb0-7fff-f9c3-cf1a-d1733ca8c0f3"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Hello Statewide Advocates,</span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">You may have noticed that I\u2019ve started calling you all \u201cStatewide Advocates,\u201d and I think it\u2019s a good way to summarize what our chapter is all about. This chapter exists so that we, as blind Floridians, can unite from all corners of the state to build a stronger Federation and a more inclusive future. \u201cStatewide Advocates\u201d reflects who we are and the work we do together.</span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">With that spirit in mind, I want to warmly invite you to our next Statewide Chapter business meeting, happening this Sunday, July 20 from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT. We have an exciting agenda ahead and would love for you to be part of the conversation. Here are just a few of the things we\u2019ll be covering:</span></p><br><h1 dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:18pt;margin-bottom:4pt"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Play,sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">New Members</span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">We\u2019ve got some incredible new faces joining our chapter. Let\u2019s give them the warm welcome they deserve as they become part of our growing community.</span></p><br><h1 dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:18pt;margin-bottom:4pt"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Play,sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Statewide Social Planning</span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Last meeting, we started talking about options for our chapter social for state convention, Olive Garden or a hotel-based gathering. Let\u2019s come to a final decision together this Sunday.</span></p><br><h1 dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:18pt;margin-bottom:4pt"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Play,sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">City Pop Fundraiser</span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">The snacks are still going strong! Our City Pop fundraiser is live and includes a delicious selection of popcorn, pretzels, and even cotton candy. Best of all, 50% of the proceeds go directly to support our chapter. </span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">For more info, click on this </span><a href="https://citypopfundraising.com/collections/citypop-snacks?bg_ref=DpanxgLATj" style="text-decoration-line:none"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(70,120,134);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;text-decoration-line:underline;vertical-align:baseline">link</span></a><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline"> to directly support us.</span></p><br><h1 dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:18pt;margin-bottom:4pt"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Play,sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">State Convention Updates</span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">We now have a dedicated hotel booking link, registration is open, and the transportation guide has been released. We\u2019ll talk through all of this and answer any questions you all may have about the convention.</span></p><br><h1 dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:18pt;margin-bottom:4pt"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Play,sans-serif;color:rgb(15,71,97);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Other topics</span></h1><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Here are some topics that may be discussed during the meeting.</span></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px"><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt" role="presentation"><span style="font-size:12pt;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Donating to the hospitality suite.</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt" role="presentation"><span style="font-size:12pt;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Motioning door prizes</span></p></li><li dir="ltr" style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt" role="presentation"><span style="font-size:12pt;background-color:transparent;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Statewide Exhibit Hall table</span></p></li></ul><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">There\u2019s so much happening, and we\u2019d love for you to be part of it all. Full Zoom details are below. I look forward to seeing you Sunday evening!</span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Warmly,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Jose</span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Statewide Chapter Meeting</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Scheduled: Jul 20, 2025 at 8:00\u202fPM to 9:00\u202fPM, EDT</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">NFBFL President Tate is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.</span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Join Zoom Meeting</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/97396225920?pwd=vmhor5VUPCty34h9E6qXqhJ20YycCa.1" style="text-decoration-line:none"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(70,120,134);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;text-decoration-line:underline;vertical-align:baseline">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/97396225920?pwd=vmhor5VUPCty34h9E6qXqhJ20YycCa.1</span></a></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span 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style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">\u2022 +1 386 347 5053 US</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">\u2022 +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New 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style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">\u2022 +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">\u2022 +1 689 278 1000 US</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">\u2022 +1 719 359 4580 US</span></p><br><p dir="ltr" style="line-height:2.4;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:8pt"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;vertical-align:baseline">Meeting ID: 973 9622 5920</span></p></span><br class="gmail-Apple-interchange-newline"></div><div><br></div><span class="gmail_signature_prefix">-- </span><br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr">Jose Bohorquez, Secretary<div>Florida Statewide Chapter - National Federation of the Blind of Florida</div><div>"<span style="text-indent:0.25in">We know that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or our future. Every day we raise the
expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between
blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity
achieve the aspirations of all blind people."</span></div><div><span style="text-indent:0.25in">-- NFB Belief Statement</span></div><div><a href="https://forms.gle/qokDRMGtvpR3GTfC7" target="_blank">Click here to become a member of the Statewide Chapter.</a></div><div><a href="mailto:statewide@nfbflorida.org" target="_blank">Click here to email the secretary.</a><br></div><div>If you wish to keep up with all things Statewide, please subscribe to one of the mailing lists below. Subscribing to both ensures you will receive all statewide-related communication. The NFB of Florida internet mailing list does not require moderator approval, but the Florida Statewide mailing list requires approval so patience is key. Always check your spam folder for emails.</div><div><a href="https://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbf-statewide_nfbnet.org" target="_blank">Subscribe to the Statewide Chapter Mailing List (moderator approval required)</a><br></div><div><a href="https://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbf-l_nfbnet.org" target="_blank">Subscribe to the NFB of Florida Internet Mailing List</a><br></div><div>Upon submitting the form, wait five minutes and check your inbox for a confirmation message and follow the instructions. Always check your junk/spam folder for emails.</div><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent:.25in"></p></div></div></div>