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<h1>National Federation of the Blind of Missouri to Hold Convention<span style="font-weight:normal"><o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Springfield, Missouri (March 28, 2022):</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> Blind people and their families, people who are losing vision, families with blind children, and others are invited
to join the National Federation of the Blind of Missouri at our annual convention this weekend.
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Are you new to blindness, or do you know someone who is? As you age, are you experiencing vision loss and wonder how to cope? Most people have lots of questions about how to do things they once took for granted, and we have many of those answers. On Friday,
April 1, we will hold a seminar from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. to give out information and take questions. Additional programs for Parents of Blind Children, blind students, and much more will be occurring, including exhibits of products and services available
to help blind people learn to live the life they Want. A complete agenda is available at
<a href="http://www.nfbmo.org"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">www.nfbmo.org</span></a><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Location: Doubletree Hotel<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">2431 North Glenstone Avenue<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Springfield, MO 65803<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Date: March 31-April 3, 2022<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">“Our lived experiences have taught us that blind people can and do achieve their dreams with proper training and opportunity, and we are here to help others live the life they want!” Said Shelia Wright, President
of the National Federation of the Blind of Missouri.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">To learn more about the National Federation of the Blind of Missouri visit
</span><a href="https://nfbmo.org/"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">www.nfbmo.org</span></a><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><i><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">About the National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">The National Federation of the Blind (NFB), headquartered in Baltimore, is the oldest and largest nationwide organization of blind Americans. Founded in 1940, the NFB consists of affiliates, chapters, and divisions
in the fifty states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico. The NFB defends the rights of blind people of all ages and provides information and support to families with blind children, older Americans who are losing vision, and more. We believe in the hopes and dreams
of blind people and work together to transform them into reality. Learn more about our many programs and initiatives at
</span><a href="https://nfb.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=9733&qid=2005373"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">www.nfb.org</span></a><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">.<span style="color:#212121"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#212121">Contact:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#212121">Janice grisham<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#212121">President, Springfield Chapter<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#212121">National Federation of the Blind of Missouri<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#212121">(417) 761-0253<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:janice.jackson48@gmail.com"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">janice.jackson48@gmail.com</span></a><u><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#0563C1"><o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
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