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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>FYI<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b>From:</b> National Federation of the Blind <webmaster@nfb.org> <br><b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, June 12, 2024 4:01 PM<br><b>To:</b> Mr. Jorge Hernandez <jeh6@bellsouth.net><br><b>Subject:</b> Convention Communications: Pre-Convention Activities<o:p></o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr style='height:15.0pt'><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:15.0pt'><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p></td></tr><tr><td valign=top style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=600 style='width:6.25in'><tr><td style='background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black;border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in'><img width=100 height=100 style='width:1.0416in;height:1.0416in' id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:~WRD0000.jpg" alt="Image removed by sender. National Federation of the Blind 2024 National Convention; Collage of NFB members from past national conventions in Florida with a background of palm trees. Members are: Thang and Kristina V., Paula R., Amber W., Marsha and Mikayla G., Stephanie D., Melanie and Angelica G., Deborah J., and John D."></span><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr><tr><td style='background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;border-color:initial'><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=left width=600 style='width:6.25in'><tr style='height:15.0pt'><td width="100%" valign=top style='width:100.0%;background:white;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:15.0pt'><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;color:black'>Meet the Sponsors & Exhibitors—Upcoming Pre-Convention Activities</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>More information can also be found at <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34498&qid=9977496">https://nfb.org/convention</a>. <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34499&qid=9977496">Información en Español</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;color:black'>Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2024 National Convention</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>We greatly appreciate the support of the <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34500&qid=9977496">2024 National Convention Sponsors</a>. Our partners work with us to raise expectations and achieve the aspirations of all blind people.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>A sponsor showcase virtual preview will be held on Thursday, June 27 at 8:00 p.m. eastern time. Participants can learn about each sponsor, their newest innovations and programs, and how to connect with them for more information.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Zoom meeting ID <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34501&qid=9977496">967 1777 1870</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Caption link: <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34502&qid=9977496">https://ECS.1capapp.com/event/nfb</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;color:black'>Plan to Visit the Exhibit Hall </span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>The <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34525&qid=9977496">exhibit hall</a> is one of the most exciting and dynamic elements of the national convention. It is a place to learn about the latest technology, state affiliate and national division resources, and many other products and services of interest to the blind community. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>An exhibitor showcase virtual preview will be held on Wednesday, June 26 at 8:00 p.m. eastern time. Participants can learn about each exhibitor, what they will offer in the exhibit hall, and how to connect with them if you miss them in Orlando.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Zoom meeting ID <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34501&qid=9977496">968 9609 8716</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Caption link: <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34502&qid=9977496">https://ECS.1capapp.com/event/nfb.</a></span><o:p></o:p></p><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;color:black'>Prepare for Your Trip</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Get ready for the biggest event of the year. The following are several options for preparing for your trip.</span><o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Plan your itinerary: </span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>The full agenda is available in several formats on the convention page: <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34503&qid=9977496">2024 National Convention Agenda (HTML)</a></span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Know your rights:</span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'> Review the <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34504&qid=9977496">General Travel Tips</a> for air travel, rideshare services, and paratransit services.</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Legal appointments:</span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'> Disability rights attorneys will be available at NFB24 to discuss blindness discrimination concerns regarding employment, technology, education, voting, and more. Legal office hours will be held on Friday, July 5, and Saturday, July 6, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Schedule your private twenty-minute appointment by emailing <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34505&qid=9977496">legal@nfb.org</a>. Please request your appointment by June 21.</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>NFB Camp</span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'> (childcare during convention) enrollment is separate from the convention registration and due by June 15. <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34506&qid=9977496">Enroll now for the NFB Camp!</a></span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Schedule any health-related supports. </span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34507&qid=9977496">Information for Dialysis Care and Mobility Rentals available</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black'>Volunteer for one or more of the many opportunities during convention:</span></strong><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'> Support Service Provider, Ambassador, Convention Ally Network, Independence Market, or the Action Fund Book Fair. Sign up at <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34498&qid=9977496">https://nfb.org/convention</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></li></ul><h2><span style='font-size:20.0pt;color:black'>We Can’t Wait for Orlando!</span><o:p></o:p></h2><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>More exciting information is coming soon. Stay tuned for details about the convention app, registration and badge pickup, and more!</span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;color:black'>Share the events that you are looking forward to attending by posting on social media using the hashtag #NFB24. Follow the conversation, ask questions, and share fun expectations. More information can also be found at <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34498&qid=9977496">https://nfb.org/convention</a>.</span><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></td></tr><tr style='height:6.0pt'><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:6.0pt'><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;display:none'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=600 style='width:6.25in;background:#002F6D'><tr style='height:45.0pt'><td width=135 style='width:101.25pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:45.0pt'></td><td width=55 style='width:41.25pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in;height:45.0pt'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:white'><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=34508&qid=9977496"><span style='border:solid windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in;text-decoration:none'><img border=0 width=100 height=100 style='width:1.0416in;height:1.0416in' id="Picture_x0020_2" src="cid:~WRD0000.jpg" alt="Image removed by sender. 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