[NFBMO] [Nfbnet-members-list] FW: What's happening this #BlindMonth

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Welcome to Blind Equality Achievement Month


During October, the National Federation of the Blind celebrates and shares
the progress that the blind people's movement has made in promoting
equality, security, and opportunity for blind people across the country, in
our local communities, and beyond. Below, you will find information about
employment initiatives, white cane awareness, and more. Learn more details
about Blind Equality Achievement Month
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Share your #BlindMonth activities and experiences on social media.


October 10 - Get the Most from Your Virtual Career Fair Experience


7:00-8:30 p.m., eastern, via Zoom

Explore some tips and tricks that will prepare you for the upcoming Virtual
Career Fair hosted by the National Federation of the Blind. Topics will
include researching employers, elevator pitches, professional attire, and
virtual etiquette. If you register as a jobseeker for the career fair,
you'll automatically receive Zoom details for this event.


October 15, 2023 - White Cane Awareness Day


Part of our mission involves educating the public about white canes-a
mobility aid that is essential to blind people's independence. One way to
educate the public is through White Cane Proclamations
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government to print, fill out, and sign this proclamation, which you can
find at the link above. Connect with your chapter and affiliate presidents
to organize a proclamation. 


October 18, 2023 - Where the Blind Work Webinar 


8:00-9:15 p.m., eastern, via Zoom

Unemployment and under-employment persist as among the most stubborn factors
affecting blind people's pursuit of cultural and economic equity in society.
Join us to celebrate the work and accomplishments of blind and low-vision
people with a panel discussion. Our panelists will be:

*	Jennifer Wenzel, Human Resources Generalist, Wisconsin
*	Kris Colcock, Certified Benefits Specialist/Entrepreneur, Washington
*	Rachel Kuntz, Community Relations Liaison, Arizona 

Register for Where the Blind Work to receive
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October 26, 2023 - National Federation of the Blind Virtual Career Fair 


1:00-4:00 p.m., eastern, via Zoom

Join our fall virtual career fair to find your occupational passion
(employees) or add talent to your team (employers). This event is free of
charge for both employers and jobseekers. You must register by October 16,
2023.

*	Career Fair
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For more information about the career fair, please contact Jennifer Wenzel,
Employment Committee chair, at jenwen319 at gmail.com
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October 31, 2023 - Accessibility Boutique on Job Search Websites


Searching for jobs online is becoming increasingly popular. Join our Center
of Excellence in Nonvisual Accessibility on October 31, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30
p.m. eastern via Zoom to evaluate job-search websites at each stage of the
process. Register for the October Accessibility Boutique
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About Blind Equality Achievement Month


Remember history. Advance equality. Celebrate accomplishments. Read about
the importance of Blind Equality Achievement Month
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