[NFBNJ] Wednesday, July 7 NFB Convention Agenda and important information

Wed Jul 7 02:36:14 UTC 2021

Greetings,

Day two of our 2021 National Convention and I hope everyone had a fun and
knowledgeable day yesterday. For your convenience you will be receiving a
daily email containing that date's agenda pasted in the body of the email
and attached as a word document including Zoom ID’s, dial-in numbers if
you're dialing in; no passcodes are required.

I would strongly recommend saving dial-in and voting numbers as a contact
on your mobile devices or landline phone book. I have used heading 1 and
heading 2 for easy JAWS navigation.

For everything convention related visit our convention webpage at
National Convention | National Federation of the Blind (nfb.org)
<https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention>
Dial-in Numbers:

408-638-0968 (San Jose)

669-900-6833 (San Jose)

253-215-8782 (Tacoma)

346-248-7799 (Houston)

301-715-8592 (Washington DC)

312-626-6799 (Chicago)

646-876-9923 (New York)

Presidential Suite

For a second year, the Presidential Suite will be in a Zoom room, accessed
by connecting to https://zoom.us/j/2235173348. You will be able to leave a
message with the host for Mark Riccobono, the elected President of the
National Federation of the Blind. We will also have some limited
opportunities for individuals or groups to schedule appointments to speak
with him. Let the host know you would like to schedule a meeting and leave
your contact information so we can reach you with the appointment time.

Also, come mingle with other members in the Presidential Suite. A host will
be available to greet visitors, virtual meeting rooms will be available for
Federation members to talk to one other, and Federation leaders will be
available to answer questions and to make connections within the resource
network of the movement. The host will place you in a room when you arrive
in the suite. (Sorry, no popcorn or M&Ms provided.)

*Presidential Suite hours are:*
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. | 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to12:00 p.m.

*Presidential Suite Zoom Meeting ID:*
223 517 3348

*Presidential Suite Zoom Link:*
https://zoom.us/j/2235173348

Convention voting number:

667-206-6677
EXHIBIT HALL

The Exhibit Hall at the national convention is always an exciting space to
check out the latest technology and many other products and services of
interest to the blind community. In a virtual environment, the exhibit hall
experience will be different than it is in person, but there are many ways
to connect, ask questions, and learn something new.

All attendees are encouraged to visit https://crowd.cc/nfb21 (after June
25) where you will find many familiar and some new exhibitors. View their
profiles at any time. Interact during the exhibit hall hours of operation.
A list of exhibitors is available on our convention webpage,
https://nfb.org/convention.

*Exhibit Hall hours of operation are*:
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Friday:9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
INDEPENDENCE MARKET

As with the Exhibit Hall, you cannot visit the NFB Independence Market in
person. However, the Market will continue to accept phone orders during
convention and has extended hours to reflect our multiple-time-zone
convention schedule this year.

*Independence Market hours of operation are*:
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Agenda Wednesday, July 7 10:00 - 11:00 AM—JAWS POWER TIPS
Zoom meeting ID: 998 1309 2164 <https://zoom.us/j/99813092164>

Join us as we cover the most popular JAWS power tips—each finely tuned for
optimal productivity, breaking down into step-by-step actions that come
together and perform some of the most powerful tasks. We’ll also share free
training resources at freedomscientific.com/Training.

Matt Ater, VP, Software Products, Vispero; Rachel Buchanan, Product
Manager, Training, Vispero; and Elizabeth Whitaker, Technical Trainer,
Vispero
10:00 - 11:30 AM—GET CONNECTED IN YOUR EMPLOYMENT SEARCH
Zoom meeting ID: 938 6932 2369 <https://zoom.us/j/93869322369>

Are you looking for employment? Do you want to enhance your employability?
Do you want to learn about assistive technology? The Chicago Lighthouse has
an educated and experienced team that can offer a variety of programs to
prepare you for employment.
Martha Younger-White, Senior Vice President, Employment & Rehabilitation
Services, Chicago Lighthouse
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM—INCLUSIVE LEARNING THROUGH INCLUSIVE DESIGN
Zoom meeting ID: 79 0944 5232 <https://zoom.us/j/97909445232>

Inclusive design is about recognizing the diverse needs of users and
designing to meet those needs. At D2L we include people using diverse
assistive technologies and having diverse access needs in our research and
design process to ensure that everyone can use our learning platform.
Sam Chandrashekar, Accessibility Lead, D2L, and Carin Headrick,
Accessibility Test Strategist, D2L
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM—UPWARD MOBILITY SEMINAR
Zoom meeting ID: 925 6111 1019 <https://zoom.us/j/92561111019>

Learning and growth are both keys to human advancement. Don’t settle for a
future (or a present) that’s limited. This seminar will provide you with
tools to help you live the life you want and have fun doing it.
Sponsored by the NFB Employment Committee.
Dick Davis, Chair
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM—MUJERES OF THE FEDERATION
Zoom meeting ID: 943 5570 3405 <https://zoom.us/j/94355703405>

Come learn about cultural considerations regarding those who belong to this
cultural group. Learn and be inspired by members and leaders. What steps
can be taken to help Spanish speakers feel included into the Federation?
How can we work on culturally appropriate outreach?
Rosy Carranza and Kenia Flores, Co-Facilitators
12:00 - 1:30 PM—TIPS FOR BUILDING A JOURNALISM CAREER
Zoom meeting ID:919 4139 8845 <https://zoom.us/j/91941398845>

Come join the Blind Professional Journalists Group as we discuss how we
work in an exciting, dynamic profession. Let’s exchange ideas on technology
and blindness skills to help us move forward.
Elizabeth Campbell, Chair
12:00 - 1:30 PM—BUILDING FINANCIAL RESILIENCE WITH ABLE
Zoom meeting ID: 985 2508 8541 <https://zoom.us/j/98525088541>

In this session, experts on ABLE, including ABLE account holders, will
introduce you to ABLE accounts, discuss common misperceptions, and provide
suggestions and resources for leveraging ABLE to improve your financial
resiliency.
Bonnie Wallace, Wells Fargo, and Michael Morris, National Disability
Institute
12:00 - 1:30 PM—NFB JERNIGAN INSTITUTE TOUR
Zoom meeting ID: 951 0732 8515 <https://zoom.us/j/95107328515>

This unique tour will be conducted by Mary Ellen Jernigan and Dr. Marc
Maurer, who were involved before there was a Jernigan Institute. They
worked with Dr. Jernigan and will share stories about the vision,
development, and growth of the NFB National Center for the Blind.
12:00 - 1:45 PM—NOPBC BREAKOUTS

12:00 - 12:45 PM—NOPBC Concurrent Workshops, Session III

*What Are JAWS, Zoomtext, and Fusion Anyway?*

Zoom meeting ID: 984 6579 3370 <https://zoom.us/j/98465793370>

*A New Generation of Braille Display: the Brailliant BI 20 and 40X*

Zoom meeting ID: 953 5779 3909 <https://zoom.us/j/95357793909>

*What Is Structured Discovery?*

Zoom meeting ID: 944 3380 1222 <https://zoom.us/j/94433801222>

*“Excuse Me, Blind Person”—Questions and Answers*

Zoom meeting ID: 967 6871 9867 <https://zoom.us/j/96768719867>

*Paving the Way for Community Activities from Infancy to High School*

Zoom meeting ID: 992 5256 0598 <https://zoom.us/j/99252560598>

1:45 PM—NOPBC Concurrent Workshops, Session IV

*Be My Eyes, Aira, Seeing AI, and More*

Zoom meeting ID: 940 9836 8715 <https://zoom.us/j/94098368715>

*The QBraille XL from HIMS and What Sets It Apart*

Zoom meeting ID: 927 0824 9609 <https://zoom.us/j/92708249609>

*Learning Shades: Helping Parents Learn and Teach Nonvisual Skills*

Zoom meeting ID: 916 7876 3307 <https://zoom.us/j/91678763307>

*Tackling Mixed Messages Blind Kids Receive from a Sighted World*

Zoom meeting ID: 929 7962 5847 <https://zoom.us/j/92979625847>

*How Braille Can Benefit All Children Who Have Low Vision*

Zoom meeting ID: 992 3453 6820 <https://zoom.us/j/99234536820>
12:00 - 2:00 PM—NOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS  Registration required. Email
president at nopbc.org  <president at nopbc.org>for details. 12:30 - 1:30
PM—SAFETY AND SUPPORT TRAINING: INCLUSION AND SAFETY
Zoom meeting ID: 664 561 4114 <https://zoom.us/j/6645614114>

Creating a culture that is safe and inclusive for all blind people takes
intentionality and commitment from each person at every level of an
organization. Learn strategies and approaches for navigating difficult
conversations with empathy, openness, compassion, and trauma-informed
support.
Sponsored by the NFB Survivor Task Force.
12:30 - 1:30 PM—ACCESSIBLE PRESCRIPTION LABEL LEGISLATION
Zoom meeting ID: 995 9072 7916 <https://zoom.us/j/99590727916>

Find out about the current state of accessible prescription labeling
legislation, what states have passed and have pending legislation, and how
you can get legislation passed in your state.
Sharla Glass, Public Policy and Community Outreach Liaison, Envision America
12:30 - 1:30 PM—LEADER DOGS FOR THE BLIND
Zoom meeting ID: 954 7103 5017 <https://zoom.us/j/95471035017>

We’re more than just dogs! Join us as we discuss the free programs and
services that Leader Dog has to offer including guide dog training,
orientation and mobility, a summer experience camp for teens, and our new
virtual learning opportunities.

Leslie Hoskins, Outreach Services and Community Engagement Manager, Leader
Dogs for the Blind
12:30 - 1:30 PM—HUMANWARE’S LOW VISION AND VR TREK SHOWCASE
Zoom meeting ID: 930 3557 1926 <https://zoom.us/j/93035571926>

Explore HumanWare’s low-vision portfolio starting with the Reveal 16 and
the Explore magnifiers. Be excited with a sneak preview of its
soon-to-be-released new family member. Finally, learn how to easily manage
maps online and explore anywhere with the Victor Reader Trek.
Eric Beauchamp, Director of Product Management, HumanWare; Roger Steinberg,
Low Vision Product Manager, HumanWare; and Peter Tucic, Brand Ambassador of
Blindness Products, HumanWare
12:30 - 1:30 PM—AIRA ROADMAP: WHAT’S NEW AND WHAT’S COMING
Zoom meeting ID: 979 3252 5705 <https://zoom.us/j/97932525705>

Come hear from Aira’s Product Manager and UX designer about what has been
happening behind the scenes at Aira and find out what you can expect in the
next twelve months. You will also get to meet our engineering team and ask
any questions you may have about our product.
Ryan Bishop, Product Manager, Aira
2:00 - 4:30 PM—NFB BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING (Open to All)
Zoom meeting ID: 945 1453 3422 <https://zoom.us/j/94514533422>
5:00 PM—RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE
Zoom meeting ID: 945 1453 3422 <https://zoom.us/j/94514533422>

Sharon Maneki, Chair
5:00 - 6:00 PM—CHROME AND CHROME OS ACCESSIBILITY UPDATES
Zoom meeting ID: 993 4503 0189 <https://zoom.us/j/99345030189>

Get the latest on Chromebook accessibility, including new ChromeVox
tutorials. Hear what's new with Chrome browser accessibility on all
platforms, including improved Live Caption and learn more about automatic
image descriptions which is now on Chrome on Android.
Akihiro Ota, Cynthia Shelley, and Kara Booker, Google
5:00 - 6:30 PM—NOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS
Registration required. Email president at nopbc.org for details.
5:00 - 7:00 PM—RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Zoom meeting ID: 917 6999 9720 <https://zoom.us/j/91769999720>

Technology is omnipresent in our lives. While it is invaluable in education
and employment, the blind are still excluded from many products. Hear about
new advances and discuss how to influence developers to include
accessibility in their offerings.
Brian Buhrow, Chair
5:00 - 7:00 PM—FUTURE OF VOTING
Zoom meeting ID: 925 1467 5511 <https://zoom.us/j/92514675511>

Join us for three panel discussions focused on mobile voting:
Increasing Voting Accessibility through Mobile Voting moderated by Bradley
Tusk, CEO, Tusk Philanthropies
The Fight to Expand Access to Mobile Voting for Voters with Disabilities
moderated by Jocelyn Bucaro, Director, Mobile Voting Project
Case Study - Piloting Mobile Voting for Voters with Disabilities in Utah
County moderated by Jocelyn Bucaro, Director, Mobile Voting Project
5:00 - 7:00 PM—SPECTRUM ACCESSIBILITY Q&A
Zoom meeting ID: 954 8266 2286 <https://zoom.us/j/95482662286>

Please join Petr Kucheryavyy from Spectrum’s Accessibility Center of
Excellence for an open house Q&A session. You can come with specific
accessibility questions or simply stop by to ask what the current
accessibility features and offerings are at Spectrum.
Petr Kucheryavyy, Spectrum
6:00 - 7:00 PM—INDEPENDENCE SCIENCE: SCIENCE FOR THE SENSES
Zoom meeting ID: 979 2324 2879 <https://zoom.us/j/97923242879>

Come learn about Independence Science’s new product offerings and
experience some science experiments you can do from the comfort of your own
home or in class.
Michael Hingson, Lead Spokesperson, Independence Science, and Ashley
Neybert, Lead Curriculum Design Specialist, Independence Science
6:00 - 8:00 PM—CULTIVATING THE EXPERIENCES OF REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS
Zoom meeting ID: 946 1747 8857 <https://zoom.us/j/94617478857>

Learn about the lives of refugee and immigrants. This is an open forum for
those to learn more about personal experiences and finding support from
other members.
Abdi Munin, Yasmin Reyazuddin, and Amir Abdolrahimi, Moderators
6:00 - 9:00 PM—NFB LEGAL OFFICE HOURS

Meet with a disability rights attorney to discuss blindness discrimination
concerns regarding employment, technology, education, voting, travel, COVID
vaccinations, housing, parental rights, and more. Schedule your appointment
by emailing vyingling at nfb.org.
7:00 - 8:00 PM—FAMILY FEUD: BLIND, INC. STYLE
Zoom meeting ID: 988 8892 8510 <https://zoom.us/j/98888928510>

Survey says this will be a good time! Learn about what makes BLIND, Inc. a
good answer to getting blindness skills training as our two groups go
head-to-head in this fast-paced introduction to our training center.
Jennifer Kennedy, Executive Director
7:00 - 8:00 PM—IS A GUIDE DOG RIGHT FOR ME?
Zoom meeting ID: 978 2593 6501 <https://zoom.us/j/97825936501>

Have you ever wondered if a guide dog was the right choice for your
mobility? Join Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind staff for an introductory
presentation on what a guide dog can do, the characteristics of a
successful guide dog handler, and our programs.
Lauren Berglund, Consumer Relations Coordinator, Guide Dog Foundation
7:00 - 8:00 PM—GET HIRED – TALENT NETWORK
Zoom meeting ID: 956 8416 2853 <https://zoom.us/j/95684162853>

The Workforce Innovation Center talent network allows interested job
seekers who are blind or low vision to gain access to the latest job
opportunities, events, training sessions, and other career-related
information.
Mika Pyyhkala, Director of Digital Accessibility, Envision
7:00 - 8:00 PM—WHAT’S NEW WITH THE COLLEGE SUCCESS PROGRAM?
Zoom meeting ID: 976 3815 9477 <https://zoom.us/j/97638159477>

Join program director, Mary Alexander, program staff and mentors, Rachel
Grider and Dezman Jackson, to get an overview of the impact of the CSP and
to find out what’s been happening over the past year.
Mary Alexander, National Director, Initiatives for the Blind, Learning Ally
7:00 - 8:00 PM—NOPBC YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS  Registration required. Email
president at nopbc.org for details. 7:00 - 9:00 PM—NFB LGBTQIA+ GROUP
Zoom meeting ID: 959 0828 9838 <https://zoom.us/j/95908289838>

Please join us for discussions on intersectionality, coming out,
presentation in the workplace, how to be an ally, and more. All are welcome.
Sanho Steele-Louchart, Chair
7:00 - 9:00 PM—COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
Zoom meeting ID: 933 4584 3557 <https://zoom.us/j/93345843557>

Join together with chapter, affiliate, and division leaders to learn best
practices in communications. We’ll explore the tools available to us
through our national office and exchange ideas. Learn to effectively use
communication to build the Federation.
Liz Wisecarver, Chair
8:00 - 11:00 PM—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS (NABS) ANNUAL
BUSINESS MEETING
Zoom meeting ID: 940 3595 6213 <https://zoom.us/j/94035956213>

We invite all students, avid learners, and allies to join us for our annual
national student division business meeting! Register below to reflect on
this crazy, unique year of virtual learning and look forward to the months
ahead.
https://forms.gle/D9jKCUTPt6HfPKUK8.
Trisha Kulkarni, President
8:30 - 10:30 PM—STATE DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION OPEN FORUM
Zoom meeting ID: 956 8868 5218 <https://zoom.us/j/95688685218>

Are you interested in hearing about or sharing about affiliate committees
for diversity, equity, and inclusion? Come to this open forum where
affiliates that currently have committees will discuss them.
Shawn Callaway, Facilitator

-- 

Warmly,
Linda Melendez, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
732-421-7063
Email: president at nfbnj.org
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*Live the life you want.*
*The National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey is a community of
members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s
blind. Everyday we work together to help blind people live the lives they
want.*
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