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<DIV>Greetings to all!</DIV>
<DIV>I am forwarding the Presidential Notebook from Mark Riccobono.</DIV>
<DIV>Great info.</DIV>
<DIV>Warmly,</DIV>
<DIV>Joe </DIV>
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<A title=OfficeOfThePresident@nfb.org
href="mailto:OfficeOfThePresident@nfb.org">President, National Federation of
the
Blind</A> </DIV>
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<DIV><B>Sent:</B> Tuesday, July 23, 2019 10:55 AM</DIV>
<DIV><B>To:</B> <A title=OfficeOfThePresident@nfb.org
href="mailto:OfficeOfThePresident@nfb.org">President, National Federation of
the
Blind</A> </DIV>
<DIV><B>Subject:</B> NFB President’s Notebook - week of
07/22/2019</DIV></DIV></DIV>
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<DIV>President’s Notebook</DIV>
<DIV>National Federation of the Blind</DIV>
<DIV>Mark A. Riccobono</DIV>
<DIV>officeofthepresident@nfb.org<mailto:officeofthepresident@nfb.org></DIV>
<DIV>410-659-9314</DIV>
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<DIV>Dear Fellow Federationists,</DIV>
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<DIV>What an incredible convention of the National Federation of the Blind:
big,
bold, beautiful, and boisterous. It was also warm, welcoming, and incredibly
productive. Thank you to each of you for your role in making this a
successful
family reunion that almost set the record for biggest convention ever. We
will
see if Houston, which has not hosted us since 1971, can get it done in
2020.</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>I have been busy talking to many of you and collecting information
since
our convention ended. If you have ideas or feedback related to the
convention,
please share them with me. Furthermore, if there were things that I should
know
about related to the convention, I am prepared to receive that information.
Some
thought I was not in the office last week, but I was in fact here first
thing on
Monday morning.</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>There are several things to share this week. Here are a few bullet
points:</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV> * Convention content will be posted soon to the
website.
You can already find the presidential report<<A
href="https://nfb.org/resources/speeches-and-reports/presidential-reports/presidential-report-2019">https://nfb.org/resources/speeches-and-reports/presidential-reports/presidential-report-2019</A>>
and banquet speech<<A
href="https://nfb.org/resources/speeches-and-reports/banquet-speeches/choice-exploration-and-resistance-road-freedom">https://nfb.org/resources/speeches-and-reports/banquet-speeches/choice-exploration-and-resistance-road-freedom</A>>
there—thanks to those who have already shared this content in social media.
As
you know, our resolutions<<A
href="https://nfb.org/resources/speeches-and-reports/resolutions/2019-resolutions">https://nfb.org/resources/speeches-and-reports/resolutions/2019-resolutions</A>>
are also posted.</DIV>
<DIV> * Read below for a new effort to help teach
prospective
members about the Federation.</DIV>
<DIV> * This week is the anniversary of the Americans with
Disabilities Act. It is a great time to remind Congress of our
priorities.</DIV>
<DIV> * If your affiliate made pledges during the honor
roll
call at the convention, please fulfill those as soon as possible.</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>I hope everyone enjoys the balance of the summer.</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>News:</DIV>
<DIV>Open-House Gatherings:</DIV>
<DIV>Many people do not know the National Federation of the Blind, and they
are
reluctant to attend a local chapter meeting where they may have their
questions
answered. We will be hosting teleconferences for individuals that are
curious
about the National Federation of the Blind. The teleconference will present
them
with an opportunity to receive information from and ask questions of
Federationists. We will be able to dispel the myths and misconceptions about
the
NFB and highlight the benefits of membership. These calls are specifically
intended for individuals who are curious about our organization and would
benefit from learning about us in an educational environment. Chapters and
affiliates should share this invitation on their social media and
disseminate it
with anyone who may be interested in joining.</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>The calls will take place on the third Sunday of each even numbered
month
and the third Wednesday of each odd numbered month. Our first two calls will
be
Sunday, August 18, at 4:00 p.m. eastern and Wednesday, September 18, at 8:00
p.m. eastern. We would like to keep the list of participants small enough so
that it will be impactful. Therefore, in order to participate, individuals
will
need to RSVP by emailing membership@nfb.org<mailto:membership@nfb.org>
or
calling 410-659-9314, extension 2509, and let us know which call date works
best
for them. Individuals selected to participate will receive the call-in
information.</DIV>
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<DIV>Urgent Request for Support from the NFB of the UK:</DIV>
<DIV>Thank you to those of you who have reached out about the request for
support from the NFB of the UK. We are dealing with this policy request at
the
national level. You can ignore the request or let them know to work with me
at
the national level.</DIV>
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<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>ADA Anniversary this Friday:</DIV>
<DIV>This Friday, July 26, is the twenty-ninth anniversary of the Americans
with
Disabilities Act. There are a number of ways to celebrate or educate your
community on the ADA<<A
href="https://www.adaanniversary.org/">https://www.adaanniversary.org/</A>>.
Along with celebration, we must also know there is still work to be done. We
continue to repeal Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and we
continue to fight for equal access to the internet and to workplace
technology.
Share information about the National Federation of the Blind Legal
Program<<A
href="https://nfb.org/programs-services/legal-program">https://nfb.org/programs-services/legal-program</A>>
to new members or members who may not be aware. There is support and
resources
to prevent and report discrimination, connect with legal resources in your
area,
and advocate for your legal rights.</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>National Convention 2020:</DIV>
<DIV>It isn’t too early to start planning for next year. For those who
missed
the big announcement, share the 2020 promo<<A
href="https://nfb.org/images/nfb/audio/2020-convention/2020-announcement.mp3">https://nfb.org/images/nfb/audio/2020-convention/2020-announcement.mp3</A>>
now! The 2020 National Convention will be held June 29-July 5 in Houston,
Texas,
at the Hilton Americas-Houston hotel, located in the heart of downtown. Mark
your calendars today.</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>Dates to Keep in Mind:</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV> * February 10, 2020: Great Gathering-In; Washington
Seminar begins</DIV>
<DIV> * March 26-27, 2020: Jacobus tenBroek Law Symposium,
Baltimore, Maryland</DIV>
<DIV> * June 29-July 5, 2020: NFB National Convention,
Houston, Texas</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the
expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
between
blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want; blindness is
not
what holds you back.</DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV>Mark A. Riccobono, President</DIV>
<DIV>200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230</DIV>
<DIV>(410) 659-9314 |
officeofthepresident@nfb.org<mailto:officeofthepresident@nfb.org></DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
<DIV> </DIV>
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<DIV>The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and
friends
who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work
together to help blind people live the lives they want.</DIV>
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