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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>Hello Members,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>As we approach the weekend of our state convention it occurs to me that perhaps finances are standing in the way of your attendance. Please let me know if you would like to attend if finances were not your obstacle. I have never wanted money to stand in the way of anyone participating in a convention for I believe that it can be a great experience on our journey of blindness.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thanks and blessings,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Donna Posont<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> NFBMI Convention Info <jj@atguys.com> <br><b>Sent:</b> Monday, October 21, 2024 9:25 PM<br><b>To:</b> Donna Posont <donnabutterfly50@gmail.com><br><b>Subject:</b> Join the 2024 NFB Convention in Kalamazoo, It's not too late to register<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p>Our 2024 state convention is happening soon, but it's not too late for you to join us in Kalamazoo! Read on to learn more.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Thursday October 31 - Sunday November 3, 2024<br>Radisson Hotel Kalamazoo<br>100 W Michigan Ave<br>Kalamazoo, MI 49007 <o:p></o:p></p><h2>Register Now<o:p></o:p></h2><p>Online preregistration is still available! The cost to register is $15 for person. Banquet tickets are $45. These costs will go up to $20 and $50 after October 25. <a href="https://liquid.atguys.com/lists/l/Dn1Jm763yzu2theI9wH1763egA/wsjNrTWAgQeVPgkdQUnw5A/xmghf67OMmnIuW4C892jGJoQ">Please select this link to register for convention</a><o:p></o:p></p><p>Registering does not include your hotel room. Room rates are $129 a night plus tax. call (269) 343-3333 Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM and ask for the NFB of Michigan rate. Your credit card will not be charged until convention for your hotel room. More info is on the convention website above.<o:p></o:p></p><h2>Exhibit Hall<o:p></o:p></h2><p>Our exhibit hall is the largest we've had in decades, with over two dozen exhibitors attending! Be sure to visit our free exhibit hall on Friday from 11 AM to 6 PM Learn about the latest in access technologies, meet agencies and organizations serving the blind, and take home some wonderful merchandise.<o:p></o:p></p><p><a href="https://liquid.atguys.com/lists/l/Dn1Jm763yzu2theI9wH1763egA/MIgvFRuj7cXvS1fCQ8T6vA/xmghf67OMmnIuW4C892jGJoQ">View the exhibitor directory.</a><o:p></o:p></p><h2>Agenda<o:p></o:p></h2><p>There's a lot of exciting events on our agenda this year, including breakout sessions on everything from AI to accessible games, from financial management to blindness philosophy. We also have a special reception hosted by the seniors, costume karaoke, and meetings to explore establishing a merchants division and restarting the Kalamazoo Chapter. This plus important convention business like resolutions and our national report. Want to learn about everything that is happening? <a href="https://liquid.atguys.com/lists/l/Dn1Jm763yzu2theI9wH1763egA/wsjNrTWAgQeVPgkdQUnw5A/xmghf67OMmnIuW4C892jGJoQ">Go to our convention page to download the agenda.</a><o:p></o:p></p><h2>Code of Conduct<o:p></o:p></h2><p>As an attendee at our convention, you not only represent yourself but also represent our greater organization. We want you to enjoy our time together and to make new friends and renew old acquaintances. Although we encourage members to socialize and have fun, the convention also provides a valuable opportunity to come together to continue the work of our organization, to learn about the important initiatives that we are involved with on local and national levels, and to plan our work for the future.<o:p></o:p></p><p>The National Federation of the Blind seeks to provide a convention environment in which diverse participants, including members, speakers, exhibitors, staff, and volunteers, may learn, network, and enjoy the company of friends and colleagues in an environment of mutual respect and professionalism. We recognize a shared responsibility to create and uphold that atmosphere for the benefit of all. Some behaviors are therefore specifically prohibited:<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'>harassment or intimidation based on race, religion, ethnicity, language, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, physical appearance, or other group identity<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>harassment or intimidation, including unwelcome sexual attention, stalking (physical or virtual), or unsolicited physical contact<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>public drunkenness and associated behaviors (e.g., belligerence, yelling, hostility, destruction of property)<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p>Participants are expected to abide by these rules and behaviors in all convention venues, including online arenas, social media, and social events. Participants who are asked to stop a behavior that the recipient considers hostile or harassing are expected to comply immediately. We are committed to diversity, equity, and the free expression of ideas. Please visit <a href="https://liquid.atguys.com/lists/l/Dn1Jm763yzu2theI9wH1763egA/EFI8zkZqJZc8927638R66eeeuA/xmghf67OMmnIuW4C892jGJoQ">https://nfb.org/code-conduct</a> for more information. Additional Information.<o:p></o:p></p><p>You are receiving this message because you have either attended a past event or signed up to one of the NFB's outreach efforts such as the Free White Cane program. 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