[NFBNJ] Gentle Reminder with Helpline Info and how to get in to the exhibit hall: Wednesday: National Convention News & Updates
Ellen Sullivan
ems553 at comcast.net
Wed Jul 15 14:33:28 UTC 2020
Subject: Gentle Reminder with Helpline Info and how to get in to the exhibit hall: Wednesday: National Convention News & Updates
Greetings to all!
Some have received however many on the NFBNJ distribution list did not and therefore, please review the information. (Includes an update on Newsline streaming of the NFB National Convention).
For those that did not register, you are invited to join the NFB National Convention.
If having any problems, please contact the following.
Richard Fox at 973 743 6107
<mailto:richardfox1 at comcast.net> richardfox1 at comcast.net
Jane Degenshein at 973 736 5785
<mailto:jdegen16 at comcast.net> jdegen16 at comcast.net
Linda Melendez at 732 421 7063
<mailto:lindamelendez220 at gmail.com> lindamelendez220 at gmail.com
In addition, if you are a member in an NFBNJ Local Chapter and/or a member in a State Division, also contact your Chapter/Division Presidents for assistance and or guidance.
Important notice: Chapter/Division Presidents, if you have a chapter or division member that does not receive emails, please reach out to them with the information and or any assistance and or guidance to be up to date with all information.
Warmly,
Joe
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Convention Helpline: 410 659 9314 use extension 2554
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Exhibit Hall:
Log in via the Mobile App
* Download the mobile app called “CrowdCompass AttendeeHub” from the Apple App Store <https://apps.apple.com/us/app/crowdcompass-attendeehub/id604224729> or Google Play <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.crowdcompass.app4815162342&hl=en_US> .
* Open the app and enter nfb2020.
* Enter event password nfb2020 and download the event.
Log in via the Web
* Visit event.crowdcompass.com/nfb20 <https://event.crowdcompass.com/nfb20> .
* Enter event password nfb2020.
* You’ll receive a verification code via email each time you initiate a login on the web.
NOTE:
You will also be asked if you want to log in. If you decide to do so, you’ll be sent a verification code to create a profile. With a profile, you can chat with other attendees and set up a custom agenda. However, you can also skip this piece and go straight into the virtual platform.
Newsline Information:
We are pleased to offer the National Federation of the Blind 2020 Convention stream on the NFB-NEWSLINE telephone service this year. The following sessions will be streamed: The NFB Board meeting on Wednesday, July 15 at 2 p.m.; General Sessions on Thursday, July 16 at 7 p.m.; Friday, July 17 from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Saturday, July 18 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.; and the banquet on Saturday, July 18 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Note that all times are Eastern Standard Time.
To access the stream on the telephone, press "5" off the main menu. Then select "option 5" for National Meetings of Interest to the Print Disabled. From there you can select the "NFB 2020 Convention Stream." Other options to listen to these meetings, including on the web, and using a mobile application can be found on <http://www.nfb.org/convention> www.nfb.org/convention.
We look forward to seeing everyone "virtually" at the 2020 Convention of the National Federation of the Blind.
National Federation of the Blind | <http://nfb.org/> nfb.org | 866-504-7300 | <mailto:nfbnewsline at nfb.org> nfbnewsline at nfb.org
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Subject: Wednesday: National Convention News & Updates
Don’t miss the latest convention updates.
National Convention of the National Federation of the Blind
July 14 through July 18
Anywhere & Everywhere
Welcome to the second day of the 2020 National Federation of the Blind National Convention! <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17938&qid=3961389> Today’s agenda includes the NFB Board of Directors meeting and the Resolutions Committee meeting, both of which are open to all. Join us on our <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17922&qid=3961389> virtual event platform. More information can also be found at <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17923&qid=3961389> nfb.org/convention.
Melissa Riccobono and Anil Lewis, hosts of the Nation’s Blind Podcast, will be doing commentary thirty minutes before the start of the board meeting today and general session tomorrow. <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17924&qid=3961389> Tune in early to ask questions in the Q&A feature of Zoom or via social media.
Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2020 National Convention
These organizations support the work of the National Federation of the Blind. <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17925&qid=3961389> Connect with them on our virtual event platform, CrowdCompass.
Voting
Members of the National Federation of the Blind who registered for the 2020 National Convention are eligible to vote during our general sessions. In order to ensure the integrity of our voting process, enrollment was required by July 12, 2020. The voting platform will allow you to vote via SMS (text message) or by phone. The phone number for voting is 667-206-6677.
More information about the proposed voting procedures can be found at <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17926&qid=3961389> nfb.org/convention.
Reminders
How to Participate
There are multiple ways to participate in and interact with all convention events, from video conferencing to phone access. If you haven’t already done so, please also connect with your affiliate president.
All Sessions:
* All convention sessions, including the board meeting, general sessions, and the banquet, will be held via Zoom.
* Meeting IDs and Zoom links are provided in the agenda as well as our <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17922&qid=3961389> virtual event platform.
* For those who prefer phone access, please see our <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17927&qid=3961389> Zoom information page for local dial-in numbers. Find your local dial-in number and then enter the appropriate meeting ID.
* Zoom shortcuts, tips, and tricks are provided on our Zoom information page.
Additional Options for the Board Meeting, General Sessions, and the Banquet
* <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17928&qid=3961389> Shoutcast
* <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17929&qid=3961389> YouTube
* NFB-NEWSLINE® Subscribers: Using the telephone, press 5 from the main menu. Then select option 5 for "National Meetings of Interest to the Print Disabled." From there, select the "NFB 2020 Convention Stream."
* Amazon Alexa: Enable the skill, “Nation’s Blind – National Federation of the Blind.” To access the stream say, “Alexa, open Nation’s Blind.”
Code of Conduct
Please review <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17930&qid=3961389> our code of conduct. Prohibited behavior or misuse of the NFB National Convention platform will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the convention and/or other consequences. For assistance or to report an incident during the convention, call 410-659-9314, extension 2475 or email <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17931&qid=3961389> coc at nfb.org.
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