[NFBNJ] Important Convention information included: Week of June 27, 2021 President Riccobono's Notebook, National Items of Interest and Dates to Keep in Mind

[Linda Melendez]

Greetings all,



To help stay connected with our National Office and with the work of our
organization I am sharing some of President Riccobono's weekly notebook,
National Items of Interest and Dates to Keep in Mind; important convention
information included:



Warmly,
Linda Melendez, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
732-421-7063
Email: president at nfbnj.org
President’s Notebook
National Federation of the Blind
Mark A. Riccobono
410-659-9314
officeofthepresident at nfb.org



Federation Family,



Wow, did you review our 2021 NFB National Convention agenda? As usual, it
is impressive. The only thing to share here is that I continue to be proud
of our movement and our level of activity even during a very uncertain
year. Forward to the convention!


Convention Reminders: #NFB21 Rookie Roundup on Tuesday:

Tuesday, June 29, 2021, from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. eastern: All convention
attendees are cordially invited to attend a welcoming Zoom meeting the week
before convention starts. President Riccobono and Board of Directors
Chairperson Pam Allen will be on hand to preview convention activities and
provide a historical perspective of the organization and how it grew into
the leading voice in the blindness field. This is a great opportunity to
learn more about our dynamic organization.
Ways to Access and Connect

There are many ways to connect to convention events and activities:


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 virtual event platform, CrowdCompass.



Personalize your agenda, visit the exhibit hall, network with attendees,
and more on the virtual event platform, CrowdCompass. Login via the mobile
app or the web.

Review our Zoom information page for tips and tricks, keyboard shortcuts,
and local dial-in numbers for those who prefer to connect via phone.



*Convention Dial-In Number:*

+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)



*Rookie Roundup Zoom meeting ID*: 996 0507 0015
National Convention Registration Still Available:

The 2021 National Federation of the Blind National Convention registration
is still open. Early registration prior to May 31 was required for member
voting access. Register for door prizes and get access to convention
information as it becomes available at nfb.org/registration.
Voting during Convention:

The phone number and related voting instructions will be sent via email to
qualified voters in addition to being posted to the convention information
page. A review of the voting process will be provided during the Rookie
Roundup with the opportunity to participate in the first vote of the 2021
National Convention. The phone number for voting is 667-206-6677.
Veteran Introductions - Last Call:

Vernon Humphries, the president of the National Association of Blind
Veterans, is still collecting video introductions for veterans. Please send
the ten-second audio recording of each veteran introducing themself to him
at mr_president at nabv.org
Legal Office Hours during Convention:

Disability rights attorneys will be available to discuss blindness
discrimination concerns regarding employment, technology, education,
voting, and more. Legal office hours will be held on Tuesday, July 6, and
Wednesday, July 7, from 6:00-9:00 p.m., eastern. Schedule your private
twenty-minute appointment by emailing vyingling at nfb.org
News: Hot & Cold Tumblers:

The tumblers are now available in the Independence Market. These
sixteen-ounce tumblers are in black with clear tops and display the NFB
logo in white with the words “Live the Life You Want” on the front. The
tumblers cost $8.00, and orders can be placed by contacting the
Independence Market.


Safety and Support Initiatives Reminder:

As indicated in the open letter on April 15, we will be making another
report of our progress and next steps at the 2021 National Convention.
These reports have been grounded in on-going deep listening and best
practices that result from working with RAINN, input from our survivor-led
task force, recommendations of the Special Committee, and the input of all
of you. Your voice has been and continues to be critical in this process.
Reports from RAINN and the Special Committee will be available prior to the
start of convention at.
The July Braille Monitor Is Available:

The latest issue of the National Federation of the Blind flagship
publication is now available. Read about national convention, stories from
members, raising expectations, and more. Access the Braille Monitor now.
Dates to Keep in Mind: (all times eastern)


   - June 29: Rookie Roundup, 8:30 p.m.
   - July 5-30: NFB EQ Online
   - July 6-10: NFB National Convention, anywhere and everywhere
   - July 19-30: BELL Session 2
   - August 2: Presidential Release, 8:00 p.m.
   - August 9-20: BELL Session 3
   - September 1: Presidential Release, 8:00 p.m.
   - October 1: Presidential Release, 12:00 p.m.
   - November 1: Presidential Release, 8:00 p.m.
   - December 2: Presidential Release, 8:00 p.m.
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