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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Dear Tampa Bay Chapter Members,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> As a leader in the National Federation of the Blind, I was obligated to agree to and sign the code of conduct of the National Federation of the Blind; I have attached my signed copy to this message. Even though grassroots members are not required to sign this code of conduct, all members are bound by it. In addition, all NFB national, affiliate, division, and chapter constitutions allow the chapter to expel members for “conduct unbecoming a member of the National Federation of the Blind.” If a member is unwilling to comply with fundamental decorum of good behavior, such member may be expelled. Furthermore, participation in such things as meetings, discussion lists, and other activities are privileges of membership which, if abused, can be revoked.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> Please take the time to read the attached code of conduct and read the following excerpt concerning social media.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><h2 style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'> IV. Social Media and Web Policy<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%'>All members of the Federation, but especially officers of the Federation as well as those in leadership positions such as state affiliate presidents, should follow these recommended guidelines when making comments online, posting to a blog, using Facebook/Twitter/LinkedIn/YouTube/Pinterest/Instagram/similar tools, and/or using other platforms that fall under the definition of social media:<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%'>Promote the mission and branding message of the organization in comments/posts.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%'>Recognize that you are morally and legally responsible for comments/pictures posted online.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%'>Be aware that the audience includes members and nonmembers of the NFB, both youth and adults, representing diverse cultures and backgrounds.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%'>Refrain from using profanity/derogatory language.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%'>Post/respond with integrity. Though you may disagree with a post, be respectful and factual. Do not fight or air personal grievances online.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%'>Do not post materials that are inappropriate for children/minors to view/share/read.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%'>Fraternally yours,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%'>Marion Gwizdala <o:p></o:p></span></p></div></body></html>