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From: CBVI Public-Email <CBVI.Public-Email at dhs.nj.gov>
Date: Mon, Mar 16, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Subject: CBVI Invites You To Wednesday's Community Connection Call - Please
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To: CBVI Public-Email <CBVI.Public-Email at dhs.nj.gov>


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INTERESTED OR WHO COULD BENEFIT*

*The NJ Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired *
*Invites You To:*
*The March 2026*
*Community Connection Call*

* “Social Workers Can Be Found Making the World Go Round;*
*Social Workers: Uplift. Defend. Transform.”*

*Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 10:30am to 12:00pm*


*Hosted by Krystle Allen, CBVI Community Outreach Specialist  *

Are you seeking a transformation? Is there a woman in your life you want to
honor during this year’s women’s history month? Every year in March, social
workers and women continue to be observed around the world. Did you know
that the National Association of Social Workers was founded during
Blindness Awareness Month, precisely on October 1, 1955?
According to online sources, a *social worker* is a trained professional
who helps individuals, families, and communities improve their well-being
by addressing social, emotional, and practical challenges. Social workers
connect people to resources, provide counseling and support, and advocate
for policies or services that protect vulnerable populations.
Today, many social workers are women. During this year’s Women’s History
Month, we will observe 70 years of community building and change making
from social workers across NJ as they continue to leave lasting impacts
statewide.
Join us as we hear from DHS’ Deputy Commissioner for Aging and Disability
Services, Rutgers University’s Associate Director of Practicum Education in
the Social Work Department, and methods of navigating grief on all aspects
of change while being in service to others.
Remember, where there’s social workers, resources will follow. So be sure
to tap into your resources from our providers who can’t wait to share
various options with you in mind.
Tell a friend to tell a friend!

*Department of Human Services:*

   - Kaylee McGuire, Deputy Commissioner for Aging and Disability Services

*Rutgers University*

   - Kaleena Rogers, Associate Director of Practicum Education in the Dept
   of Social Work

*Keynote Presenter:*

   - Candice Chapman, Board Member – NFB Human Services Division

*Resource Provider:*

   - Twana Barrett, MSW, EDM – Social Worker, CBVI
   - Harold Rogers, West Virginia University, MSW Student
   - Bernadette Noll, MEd GRMS – Emotional Wellness and Grief Recovery


The benefits of networking and sharing information are the primary focus of
the Community Connection Calls. This month’s *“In Our Own Voices”*
panelists will share their stories. All are members of New Jersey’s blind,
deafblind, and visually impaired community.

*“In Our Own Voices” Panelists:*

   - Nimit Kaur, MSW Disability Services Coordinator
   - Laurel King, Home Instructor

Here are the simple directions for participating in the CBVI Community
Connections Call:


*Option 1: Join via Zoom*

   1. Either Click the Zoom meeting link here: *Join Zoom Meeting
   <https://dhs-nj-gov.zoomgov.com/j/1611162134?pwd=CqHj9534NT9nKPYzxgdtQjDb4cju7t.1>*
   2. Or Open the Zoom App and Enter the Meeting ID and Passcode

*Meeting ID: 161 116 2134*
*Passcode:* *1910*

*Option 2: Join on the phone via One Tap Mobile (click the link from your
mobile device)*

   - *+16468287666,,1611162134#,,,,*1910#* (New York)


*Option 3: Dial-in via Phone*

   1. Dial the conference phone number: *1-646-828-7666*.
   2. Enter the Meeting ID: *161 116 2134* when prompted
   3. When asked for a participant ID, simply press the pound key (#).
   4. Enter the Passcode: *1910*

That's it! You're all set to join the meeting.

*Relay Captioning Link for individuals who are Deaf or Hearing Impaired:*
(At the start time of the event, please login by clicking on the link below)

*https://www.captionedtext.com/client/embed.aspx?EventID=6146014
<https://www.captionedtext.com/client/embed.aspx?EventID=6146014>*

If you have any questions, or would like to be a Community Connections Call
panelist, please don’t hesitate to email: *Krystle.Allen at dhs.nj.gov
<Krystle.Allen at dhs.nj.gov>* or call: 973-648-4497

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