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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;text-align:center;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Registration Now Open: 54th Annual Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>We’re thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the <b>54th Annual Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska</b>, taking place from <b>Thursday, March 27 – Sunday, March 30, 2025</b>, at the <b>Omaha Marriott Regency</b>!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Location:</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><br><a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/omawe-omaha-marriott/overview/#main">Omaha Marriott Regency Hotel</a><br>10220 Regency Circle, Omaha, NE 68114<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Room Rates:</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><br>$124 per night (doubles/kings) – Reserve by March 6, 2025<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>To Book a Room:</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Call 402-399-9000 and mention the 2025 NFB of Nebraska Convention.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Or book online: <a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1712003731728&key=GRP&app=resvlink">Book Now</a><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Registration Details:</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><br>Pre-register now to secure your spot and discounted hotel rates. After <b>March 1, 2025</b>, registration prices will increase by $5. All registrations are final no refunds will be issued.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><a href="http://www.ne.nfb.org/convention25">Register Now</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Transportation:</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><br>We will do our best to accommodate your transportation needs. Please indicate on your registration form if you need transportation to/from the convention.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Convention Highlights:</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><br>Our convention is packed with exciting and informative opportunities! You’ll have access to:<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Breakout Sessions</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>: Dive into specialized topics covering a wide range of experiences for blind individuals. Whether you're a student, job seeker, parent, or professional, our sessions will equip you with practical tools and insights to thrive in every aspect of your life.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Exhibit Hall</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>: Explore a variety of vendors and organizations that support and advocate for blind Nebraskan’s . It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with resources, technology, and services that can enhance your life and work.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>General Sessions & Keynote Banquet</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>: Learn from dynamic speakers and experts in the field of blindness during our general sessions on Friday and Saturday, including an inspiring keynote at our Saturday evening banquet.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Networking Opportunities</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>: Whether you're looking to reconnect with old friends or make new ones, the convention provides an ideal space to network with blind individuals, families, and partners from across Nebraska. Starting with a welcome reception to kick off the convention on Thursday night with light hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and great conversation.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Special Scholarships Available:</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><a href="https://ne.nfb.org/gwendolyn-m-mangnall-convention-scholarship">Gwendolyn M. Mangnall Convention Scholarship</a></span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>: Financial assistance is available to help you attend the convention. If you need support, we encourage you to apply.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><a href="https://ne.nfb.org/scholarship">Academic Scholarship</a></span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>: Deadline approaching—apply by <b>January 21, 2025</b>, for a chance to become a finalist and to participate in the convention!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of Nebraska’s largest gathering of blind individuals. Join us for a weekend of learning, sharing, and growing together!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>For more details and to register, visit:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> <a href="http://www.ne.nfb.org/convention25">www.ne.nfb.org/convention25</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>We can’t wait to see you there!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:106%;font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>