[NFBNJ] Attend the National Federation of the Blind National Convention

[joe ruffalo]

Greetings to all!
Attend the national convention at no cost!
A terrific opportunity for all to attend and participate.
The following was received from Linda Melendez, First Vice-President, NFBNJ.
Warmly,
Joe

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From: Linda Melendez
Sent: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 7:05 PM
To: Joseph Ruffalo
Subject: Attend the National Federation of the Blind National Convention

Greetings Joe,



Can you email the following invitation for all to register and participate 
in the NFB 2020  Virtual National Convention.



If you’ve ever wanted to attend a national convention and we’re unable to 
due to logistical or financial barriers; then this is your year!  You will 
be able to attend from the comfort of your home and it’s FREE!



For those who have attended a national convention in the past this will be a 
new experience for all of us.



Currently, there are 63 individuals from New Jersey registered. Let’s show 
our Jersey pride and double that number by the registration deadline of 
Monday, June 15.



Again, registration is FREE; Share the gift of the Federation with others.

and dare to explore; see details below.



Warmly,

Linda Melendez,1st Vice President

National Federation of the Blind of New JerseyNew Jersey

732-421-7063

lindanelendez220 at gmail.com




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The largest gathering of blind people will be held July 14 through July 18. 
This will include most of the elements we all know and love, with some new 
twists. The 2020 National Convention will be held virtually for the first 
time, and you can participate by phone or web. There will be multiple ways 
to participate in and interact with all convention events. Members are 
requested and non-members are invited to register at no cost in order to get 
access to exclusive offers, convention announcements, door prizes, and other 
exciting content.

Who should attend?

• blind people

• people losing vision

• seniors and students

• parents of blind children

• educators and employers

• rehabilitation professionals



Schedule Overview

• Tuesday, July 14: Seminars

• Wednesday, July 15: Board Meeting and Resolutions Day

• Thursday, July 16: Division Day, Opening Ceremonies

• Friday, July 17: Presidential Report, General Sessions, Affiliate Caucus

• Saturday, July 18: Business Meeting, Resolutions, Banquet



Advocacy. Education. Connections. Deadline to register is June 15. Learn 
more at nfb.org/convention.



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