[NFBNJ] Important Updated Agenda and other items of interest: NFB National Convention
Ellen Sullivan
ems553 at comcast.net
Thu Jul 16 09:39:30 UTC 2020
Greetings to all,
Please read entire email message for the following items of interest:
1. Save the date for the National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
State Caucus
2. Affiliate Banquet Party
3. Convention Helpline & Additional Participation Information
4. Give $20 Campaign to support the Jernigan First Timers Scholarship
and win prizes
5. Updated Agenda
For all registered participants who enrolled to vote prior to July12 at noon
you will be instructed when to cast your vote throughout the convention
When prompted to vote dial 667-206-6677
When voting during elections and or resolutions; if needed contact:
NFBNJ Delegate Joe Ruffalo: 973-641-2581 or email at
<mailto:nfbnj1 at verizon.net> nfbnj1 at verizon.net
NFBNJ Alternate Delegate Linda Melendez 732-421-7063 or email
<mailto:lindamelendez220 at gmail.com> lindamelendez220 at gmail.com
For Independence Market dial 410-659-9314 and listen to menu options
Warmly,
Linda Melendez, 1st Vice President
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
732 421 7063
<mailto:lindamelendez220 at gmail.com> lindamelendez220 at gmail.com
1. Save the date for the National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
State Caucus:
When: Friday, July 17, 2020
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
<https://zoom.us/j/97849836530> https://zoom.us/j/97849836530
Zoom meeting ID: 978 4983 6530
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or
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+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
Zoom meeting ID: 978 4983 6530
We will be highlighting the following items of interest for first timers,
honoring national scholarship recipients, reviewing resolutions, overview of
national and state legislation, fundraising Opportunities, gifts To Our
Federation Family, updates From Committees, and Much More
2. Affiliate Banquet Party: Like everything else at this year‘s convention
our traditional banquet will be a little different this year but with some
features we know that you’ll like! So, mark your calendar for Saturday, July
18 at 7 PM for the traditional convention banquet as an affiliate via the
zoom platform.
Imagine first of all it’s free! No extra cost secondly no need for banquet
exchange we will all be sitting in the comfort of our respective homes. Also
you can eat whatever you want – – from hotdogs to salads to something more
elaborate. And you can wear whatever you want sit in your cut off‘s and
flip-flops; no worries about neckties hosiery and make up. Will be
discussing this at length at our state affiliate caucus Friday the 17th at
11 AM but do mark your calendars for Saturday the 18th at 7 for fellowship;
banquet begins at 7:30
<https://zoom.us/j/97849836530> https://zoom.us/j/97849836530
Zoom meeting ID: 978 4983 6530
One Tap Mobile:
+16468769923,,97849836530# (New York)
or
+13017158592,,97849836530# (Germantown)
Dial by your location
+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
Zoom meeting ID: 978 4983 6530
3. Convention Helpline Numbers & Participation Information:
Help Line to vote 410 659 9314 extension 2544
All other assistance 410 659 9314 extension 2554
Regular Zoom meetings:
Dial by your location
+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
General sessions and banquet streaming options:
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4. Give $20 Campaign to support the Jernigan First Timers Scholarship and
win prizes
Your generosity is still needed to fund our great programs. When you give
$20 or more between May 15 and July 18 noon ET, you will be entered into the
Kenneth Jernigan Convention Drawing to win the following:
Round-trip transportation for two for the 2021 NFB National Convention
Hotel at the convention
Registration and banquet tickets for two
$1,000 in walking-around cash
Donate on Line:
<https://www.nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/give-20-campaign>
https://www.nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/give-20-campaign
Or donate via phone by calling our donation line at 410-659-9314 and
selecting option 4 to donate.
5. Updated Agenda below
Zoom Info
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Webinar ID: 976 0281 4891
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Zoom Meeting Notes:
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the meeting ID that is displayed as a link. The link is the same for all
meetings using the same meeting ID. These links are listed below the name of
each meeting. When you click or press ENTER on the links, it will
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When you want to join a meeting, choose a phone number from the above list.
Then find the access code assigned to that meeting. Each meeting will have a
different access code, just like the meetings at a regular convention will
have its own room number or location. The access codes for each meeting are
found in the convention agenda, or on the NFB website -
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If you connect using the one tap mobile number, it will automatically enter
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Thursday
*Please note that times listed are in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Please
convert published times to your appropriate time zone.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM—COMMITTEE FOR ADVANCEMENT AND PROMOTION OF BRAILLE
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/97735729642> 977 3572 9642
* The committee will discuss developments in the teaching and
delivery of Braille, research priorities, Braille-related policy, strategies
for bringing improvements where needed, and resources and activities across
our organization. All are welcome!
* Jennifer Dunnam, Chair
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM—DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION COMMITTEE MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/93839053136> 938 3905 3136
* Attend our annual meeting to hear about our activities and to
learn how you can become involved with our committee. Let's learn from each
other to grow our understanding and to increase our impact around diversity,
equity, and inclusion.
* Shawn Callaway and Rosy Carranza, Co-Chairs
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM—LOUISIANA CENTER FOR THE BLIND: CHANGING LIVES AND
EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/91601185168> 916 0118 5168
* We look forward to gathering virtually with our LCB alumni and
those interested in learning about our life-changing programs. Join us as we
celebrate and share. Learn how LCB training will help you live the life you
want!
* Pam Allen, Executive Director
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM—DEMOCRACY LIVE: ACCESSIBLE AT HOME VOTING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/96781169794> 967 8116 9794
* Accessible vote-by-mail is the fastest growing method of voting in
the United States. Come learn about how it works and see how you can ensure
equal access to voting safely and securely from home.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM—COMMITTEE ON AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES AND INNOVATIONS IN
TRANSPORTATION
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/99303652463> 993 0365 2463
* This committee collects information about trends in and emerging
models of transportation, both of which may present opportunities for the
blind to move around independently, ensuring the NFB plays a prominent role
in the future of transportation.
* Sachin Dev Pavithran, Chair
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM—FINANCIAL RESOURCES FOR CHANGING TIMES
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/96433364891> 964 3336 4891
* In these uncertain times, COVID-19 has changed our lives and
impacted many people with disabilities. Participate in this Wells Fargo
workshop to discuss financial resilience and managing your finances during a
crisis, such as COVID-19.
12:00 - 1:00 PM—NOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS
(Visit <http://nopbc.org/2020-virtual-youth-track>
http://nopbc.org/2020-virtual-youth-track for more information.)
* Career Mentoring Fair
1:00 - 2:00 PM—COMMUNITY SERVICE DIVISION: SUPERPOWER HOUR
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/97770044250> 977 7004 4250
* The Community Service Division honors everyday heroes without a
cape. Let’s tap into our superpowers and change our communities one service
at a time. Come be inspired, motivated, and encouraged to live the life you
want by helping others live the life they want!
* Jeanetta Price, President
1:00 - 3:00 PM—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/94897598549> 948 9759 8549
* Come join your rehabilitation peers where we will learn about
tools we can use for employment and discuss how our new virtual platforms
may benefit us in the future. Take home some tools we can use in our home
states to protect our rehabilitation programs and much more!
* Amy Porterfield, President
1:00 - 4:00 PM—AMATEUR RADIO DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/94695545746> 946 9554 5746
* Amateur radio can be a fun and rewarding hobby. Come find out how
you can get on the air and how you can use the hobby to serve.
* Karen Anderson (ke0cdq), President
1:00 - 4:00 PM—NFB DEAFBLIND DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/94761072471> 947 6107 2471
* Get updates on national issues affecting the deafblind community,
technology, and the division’s business matters.
* Alice Eaddy, President
* 1:00 PM—Registration ($5)
1:00 - 4:00 PM—WRITERS DIVISION
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/91207372603> 912 0737 2603
* Aspiring, wannabe, and accomplished writers and friends come join
us to learn our history, accomplishments, and future. We will present the
2020 youth and adult contest winners. We will feature readings from division
members. Visit <http://writers.nfb.org/> writers.nfb.org.
* Shelley Alongi, President
1:00 - 5:00 PM—SPORTS AND RECREATION DIVISION MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/92101955679> 921 0195 5679
* Join us for a high-energy meeting where we will discuss the
business of the division and provide information, tools, and motivation to
help you live the life you want through health and wellness.
* Jessica Beecham, President
1:00 - 5:00 PM—NFB IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/91464293193> 914 6429 3193
* Enhancing nonvisual access to information technology and improving
the ability of blind information and computer technology professionals to
compete in today's world.
* Brian Buhrow, President
1:00 - 5:00 PM—NFB IN COMMUNITIES OF FAITH
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/92326255031> 923 2625 5031
* Speakers will describe how their faith has helped them face and
overcome challenges. Also, hear representatives from various faith-based
libraries and publishing houses describe what their organizations do.
* Tom Anderson, President
1:00 - 5:00 PM—NFB KRAFTERS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/97410792743> 974 1079 2743
* Welcome to the twelfth year of the Krafters Division! We will have
our business meeting followed by Cindy’s Extravaganza. Come join us in
remembering Cindy Zimmer and learning some fun crafts. Want to learn more?
Join us at <https://www.krafterskorner.org/> krafterskorner.org.
* Tammy Freitag, President
1:00 - 5:00 PM—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND LAWYERS DIVISION MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/97676275590> 976 7627 5590
* Examine legal issues arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic for the
blind; address ongoing struggles to gain equal access to websites,
employment, legal texts, and exams; share practice tips and technology tools
for blind lawyers.
* Please go to <http://www.blindlawyers.net/> www.blindlawyers.net
to register for the meeting.
* Scott LaBarre, President
1:00 - 5:00 PM—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND MERCHANTS
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/95520421220> 955 2042 1220
* In the middle of crisis comes opportunity. Randolph-Sheppard faces
its toughest challenges in this “interim norm” as we try to return to
“business as usual,” restoring customer confidence, and the explosion of
technology.
* Nicky Gacos, President
1:00 - 5:00 PM—NOPBC MEETING: INFORMATION AND INSPIRATION
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/4715274444> 471 527 4444
* Keynote address by the 2020 Distinguished Educator of Blind
Children; mix and mingle with vendors, blind mentors, and other parents;
learn about cutting-edge products and programs for our youth; Parent Power
and kids’ panels; business meeting; elections; and much more!
* Carlton Cook Walker, President
1:00 - 5:00 PM—PERFORMING ARTS DIVISION
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/97593753140> 975 9375 3140
* Join us for our annual business meeting followed by a panel of
blind performers discussing their careers and providing advice for those
planning to seek employment in the arts. Then we will take the stage and
learn to dance the cha-cha together!
* Julie McGinnity, President
1:30 - 3:30 PM—HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/91510844861> 915 1084 4861
* We are a diverse group of blind professionals and students who
have a passion for working with people. Please join us for our annual
meeting.
* Candice Chapman, President
* 1:30 PM—Registration ($5)
* 2:00-3:30 PM—Division Meeting
1:30 - 4:30 PM—NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF BLIND EDUCATORS
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/97927755521> 979 2775 5521
* Blind teachers discuss techniques they use in their classrooms.
Participants meet in groups specific to grade level and content area to
create a network of colleagues and mentors. If you teach or are considering
a career in teaching, please join us.
* Cayte Mendez, President
2:00 - 4:00 PM—SENIORS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/96571544008> 965 7154 4008
* Join us virtually this year to hear from retreat participants of
their experiences at Rocky Bottom, South Carolina. Learn about a research
study using a phone; update from Bookshare; find out what Federationists are
doing to aid seniors across the country; election of officers; and much
more!
* Ruth Sager, President
2:00 - 5:00 PM—ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINERS DIVISION
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/93952615835> 939 5261 5835
* Current and aspiring tech trainers: join us for professional
development, networking, and fellowship. We'll explore what it takes to
become a great trainer, how to help our students build sustainable digital
literacy skills, and strategies for remote training.
* Chancey Fleet, President
2:00 - 5:00 PM—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND VETERANS MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/92607401681> 926 0740 1681
* All veterans are invited. We will conduct our annual business
meeting after a short networking period. We will not be holding elections
this year as it is our off-year session.
* Vernon Humphrey, President
* 2:00 PM—Networking
* 3:00 PM—Business Meeting
3:00 - 5:00 PM—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GUIDE DOG USERS
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/95480270458> 954 8027 0458
* Learn how proposed regulations will impact air travel with our
guide dogs. Get current updates from our legal counsel about our Uber and
Lyft settlements. Elect our leaders!
* Marion Gwizdala, President
3:00 - 5:00 PM—PROFESSIONALS IN BLINDNESS EDUCATION
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/99361196030> 993 6119 6030
* All professionals serving students from birth through age
twenty-one are welcome and encouraged to join our informative and
interactive meeting. Come network and collaborate, sharing and learning with
colleagues and future educators.
* Eric Guillory, President
3:00 - 5:00 PM—DIABETES ACTION NETWORK
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/94443795245> 944 4379 5245
* Learn about strategies for living well with diabetes. Hear
presentations from medical professionals who will offer practical advice for
managing diabetes. Share your experiences with accessible devices.
* Bernadette Jacobs, President
3:00 - 5:00 PM—SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING DIVISION
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/91677407154> 916 7740 7154
* Learn about "Chemistry on the Web," how a blind biologist studies
the sea, the Peridot—a multi-line tactile graphics tablet, and about the
project to survey the blindness accessibility of higher-level education.
* John Miller, President
3:30 - 5:00 PM—PUBLIC EMPLOYEES DIVISION
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/93569168372> 935 6916 8372
* This is our annual meeting of persons employed by federal, state,
or municipal governments as well as employees of public utilities. We
discuss issues affecting blind public servants.
* Gary Van Dorn, President
5:00 - 6:00 PM—YES, I CAN WITH ACT!
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/93442831743> 934 4283 1743
* ACT is launching an online ACT test in Fall 2020! This session
will cover how to register and request accommodations for the ACT test,
including information about accessibility features and accommodations that
will make it easier than ever for blind students to access the ACT.
* Katie Featherston, Chair, Accessibility and Accommodations
Oversight Board; Mira Monroe, Senior Manager, Accommodations Eligibility;
Susan Hirsch, Senior Program Manager, Accessibility, Presenters
5:00 - 6:00 PM—NOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS
(Visit <http://nopbc.org/2020-virtual-youth-track>
http://nopbc.org/2020-virtual-youth-track for more information.)
* Calling All Gamers!
OPENING GENERAL SESSION
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/93369830741> 933 6983 0741
* 7:00 PM; CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
* 7:05 PM; WELCOMING CEREMONIES: FROM HOUSTON TO EVERYWHERE
o 2020 National Convention Host Committee: Norma Crosby, President,
National Federation of the Blind of Texas; Board Member, National Federation
of the Blind; Alvin, Texas
* 7:35 PM; CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM: VETERANS RECOGNIZED
o Vernon Humphrey, President, National Association of Blind Veterans, a
Division of the National Federation of the Blind; Mauk, Georgia
* 7:55 PM; ROLL CALL OF STATES AND APPOINTMENT OF NOMINATING
COMMITTEE
* 9:25 PM; REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
* 9:30 PM; ADJOURN
9:45 - 10:45 PM—FRIENDS OF RECOVERY MEETING
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/92187330043> 921 8733 0043
* All convention attendees interested in getting or remaining clean
and sober are welcome to our confidential meeting. For more information,
call 304-993-5103.
* Sheri K., Coordinator
Friday
*Please note that times listed are in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Please
convert published times to your appropriate time zone.
9:30 - 10:30 AM—NOPBC IEP LIVE SESSIONS
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/4715274444> 471 527 4444
* Get an overview of the IEP process. Discuss blindness-specific IEP
issues.
* Carlton Cook Walker, President
10:00 - 11:00 AM—UP TO BAT: USING BLIND ACCESSIBILITY TESTERS
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/94995915689> 949 9591 5689
* In this forty-five-minute presentation and fifteen-minute Q&A
session, members of the LCI Tech team discuss why we use blind accessibility
testers and why LCI thinks this should be an industry best practice.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM—AFFILIATE CAUCUSES
* Join your state affiliate caucus to meet or renew ties with your
Federation friends and family, to review this year’s resolutions, and to
learn more about the work of the Federation. Visit your affiliate’s website
or contact your delegate, typically your state president, for exact times
and connection details.
GENERAL SESSION
* <https://zoom.us/j/98717274382> Zoom meeting ID: 987 1727 4382
* 1:30 PM; CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
* 1:35 PM; PRESIDENTIAL REPORT
o Mark Riccobono, President, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore,
Maryland
* 3:05 PM; A COMMITMENT TO PROGRESS THROUGH ACCESSIBILITY: ANSWERING
THE CALL OF THE NATION’S BLIND TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
o Tim Bozik, President, Global Product & North America Courseware,
Pearson; Hoboken, New Jersey
* 3:20 PM; A TEST OF STRENGTH AND EQUALITY: BLIND STUDENTS ORGANIZE
AGAINST THE COLLEGE BOARD
o Kaleigh Brendle, Student; Freehold, New Jersey
* 3:40 PM; FROM CHAMELEON TO MANTIS AND BEYOND: A PARTNERSHIP OF
SHARED VALUE WITH THE ORGANIZED BLIND MOVEMENT
o Craig Meador, President, American Printing House for the Blind;
Louisville, Kentucky
* 4:00 PM; AUTHENTIC INTELLIGENCE: A BLIND RESEARCHER BRINGING
WISDOM TO THE FUTURE OF TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS
o Cynthia Bennett, Postdoctoral Researcher, Carnegie Mellon; Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania
* 4:20 PM; ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY INSPIRED BY THE BLIND: THE VISPERO
JOURNEY LEADS TO INDEPENDENCE
o Tom Tiernan, President and CEO, Vispero; Clearwater, Florida
* 4:35 PM; STARTING UP WITH THE BLIND: REMARKS FROM A PARTNER AND
INTRODUCTION TO LUTHER PRIMES
o Suman Kanuganti, CEO, Luther.ai; San Diego, California
* 4:45 PM; REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
* 5:00 PM; ADJOURN
GENERAL SESSION
* <https://zoom.us/j/98717274382> Zoom meeting ID: 987 1727 4382
* 6:30 PM; CALL TO ORDER
* 6:35 PM; MAKING GAINS FOR BLIND AMERICANS: LEADERSHIP IN THE
UNITED STATES SENATE
o The Honorable Dick Durbin, United States Senator; Illinois
* 6:50 PM; OUR ROOTS: ADVANCING HUMAN RIGHTS AND THE TRADITION OF
SERVING OUR NATION
o Mariyam Cementwala, US Diplomat; Washington, DC
* 7:10 PM; USING KNOWLEDGE TO INFORM, INSPIRE, AND ENGAGE:
PERSPECTIVES ON EQUAL ACCESS FROM THE LARGEST LIBRARY IN THE WORLD
o Carla Hayden, Librarian of Congress, US Library of Congress;
Washington, DC
* 7:25 PM; EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW: A BLIND CLERK BLAZES A TRAIL
BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE SUPREME COURT
o Laura Wolk, Law Clerk to the Honorable Clarence Thomas, October Term
2019; Washington, DC
* 7:40 PM; LEVERAGING THE POWER OF THE ADA TO SECURE OUR RIGHT TO
LIVE IN THE WORLD FOR THIRTY YEARS: WHERE WE’VE BEEN AND WHERE WE’RE GOING,
FROM THE FEDERATION’S PERSPECTIVE
o Moderator: Scott LaBarre, President, National Association of Blind
Lawyers; President, National Federation of the Blind of Colorado; Denver,
Colorado
o Panelists:
* Marc Maurer, Director of Legal Policy and Immediate Past President,
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
* Daniel F. Goldstein, Retired Attorney; Spofford, New Hampshire
* Eve Hill, Partner, Brown, Goldstein, and Levy; Baltimore, Maryland
* Timothy Elder, Principal Attorney, TRE Legal Practice; San Francisco,
California
* 8:20 PM; FROM THE HEART TO THE HAND: A BLIND ARTIST ADVANCING
TOUCH FOR OVER FORTY YEARS
o Michael Naranjo, Sculptor; Albuquerque, New Mexico
* 8:35 PM; MOVIE ENJOYMENT MADE EASY: INNOVATIONS TO INCLUDE ALL
SUBSCRIBERS AT NETFLIX
o Greg Peters, Chief Product Officer, Netflix; Los Gatos, California
* 8:55 PM; BROADCASTING THE AUTHENTIC PERSPECTIVE OF BLINDNESS: A
CONVERSATION WITH A BLIND YOUTUBER WHO IS ADVANCING A POSITIVE IMAGE
o Molly Burke, YouTuber; Los Angeles, California
o Mary Fernandez, People and Communities Consultant, Cisco Systems;
Woodbridge, New Jersey
* 9:20 PM; REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
* 9:30 PM; ADJOURN
Saturday
*Please note that times listed are in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Please
convert published times to your appropriate time zone.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM—NOPBC IEP LIVE SESSIONS
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/4715274444> 471 527 4444
* Discuss best practices for accommodations, assessments, and
service time. Learn helpful negotiation strategies for the IEP meeting.
* Carlton Cook Walker, President
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM—GETTING TO KNOW LUTHER PRIMES
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/95808507329> 958 0850 7329
* Join Suman Kanuganti for an open brainstorming session about his
new project Luther.ai and how to interact with Luther Primes. Be among the
first people in the world to learn about this innovation pioneered by a
partner of the Federation.
* Suman Kanuganti, CEO, Luther.ai, Presenter
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM—COLORADO CENTER FOR THE BLIND OPEN HOUSE
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/97989815702> 979 8981 5702
* Have you wondered if you should consider blindness training? Are
you ready to be challenged and take a risk? What is a day of training like?
Get the inside scoop from our vibrant Center staff and dedicated students.
Ask questions and learn some things that may change your life.
* Julie Deden, Executive Director
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM—BLIND STUDENTS RESOURCE FAIR
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/99215422243> 992 1542 2243
* Join the National Association of Blind Students as we explore
endless resources beneficial to us! We will hear from innovative companies
and organizations who demonstrate a strong commitment to accessibility and
have a ton of information to share!
* Kathryn Webster, President
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM—SACRED SPACES, DISABILITY, AND HUMAN RIGHTS
* Zoom meeting ID: <https://zoom.us/j/91837374971> 918 3737 4971
* Did you know that US diplomats work every day to safeguard
religious freedom for all and protect minorities, including persons with
disabilities, from persecution and exclusion? Come learn about our work on
the cutting edge of human rights and your role in helping us do it better!
* Mariyam Cementwala, Policy Advisor, Office of International
Religious Freedom, US Department of State
12:00 - 1:00 PM—NOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS
(Visit <http://nopbc.org/2020-virtual-youth-track>
http://nopbc.org/2020-virtual-youth-track for more information.)
* Let's Get Social Distancing and Beyond
GENERAL SESSION
* <https://zoom.us/j/95121496711> Zoom meeting ID: 951 2149 6711
* 1:00 PM; CALL TO ORDER AND INVOCATION
* 1:05 PM; FINANCIAL REPORT
* 1:25 PM; ELECTIONS
* 2:30 PM; RESOLUTIONS
* 4:00 PM; ADJOURN
GENERAL SESSION
* <https://zoom.us/j/95121496711> Zoom meeting ID: 951 2149 6711
* 4:30 PM; CALL TO ORDER
* 4:35 PM; PROTECTING AND EXPANDING THE RIGHT OF THE BLIND TO LIVE
IN THE WORLD: A REPORT FROM THE ADVOCACY AND POLICY DEPARTMENT
o John Paré, Jr., Executive Director for Advocacy and Policy, National
Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
o Jeff Kaloc, Government Affairs Specialist, National Federation of the
Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
o Stephanie Flynt, Government Affairs Specialist, National Federation of
the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
* 5:15 PM; NOT BLIND TO COLOR IN THE FEDERATION: A PANEL ON THE
EXPERIENCE OF BLACK AND BLIND IN AMERICA
o Moderator: Ever Lee Hairston, Board Member, National Federation of the
Blind; Los Angeles, California
o Panelists:
* Denice Brown, President, Greater Philadelphia Chapter, National
Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
* Ron Brown, President, National Federation of the Blind of Indiana; Second
Vice President, National Federation of the Blind; Indianapolis, Indiana
* Bobbi Pompei, Member, National Federation of the Blind; San Francisco,
California
* Tarik Williams, President, Tucson Chapter, National Federation of the
Blind of Arizona; Tucson, Arizona
* 5:45 PM; CONNECTING WITH THE HEARTBEAT OF THE FEDERATION: A REPORT
FROM THE JERNIGAN INSTITUTE
o Anil Lewis, Executive Director for Blindness Initiatives, National
Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
* 6:15 PM; REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
* 6:30 PM; ADJOURN
BANQUET
* <https://zoom.us/j/95121496711> Zoom meeting ID: 951 2149 6711
* 7:30 PM; INVOCATION
* MASTER OF CEREMONIES: Pam Allen
* INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
* BANQUET ADDRESS: Mark Riccobono
* THE THIRTEENTH ANNUAL DR. JACOB BOLOTIN AWARDS
* SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
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