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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Greetings all,</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">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.<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Warmly,<br>
Linda Melendez, President<br>
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey<br>
732-421-7063<br>
Email: </span><a href="mailto:president@nfbnj.org" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">president@nfbnj.org</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p>
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<h1 style="font-size:small"><a name="m_-4285973638461369874_m_-2781082716684944646_m_4506644173433786484_m_5868950994202076"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">President’s Notebook
<br>
Week of April 12, 2021<br>
National Federation of the Blind<br>
Mark A. Riccobono <span></span></span></a></h1>
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<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">News:<span></span></span></h1>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Safety
and Support Initiatives: Climate Assessment Survey Coming Soon:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">As part of the National Federation of the Blind safety
and support initiatives, RAINN will execute a climate assessment by gathering
feedback from NFB community members to help inform recommendations for sexual
misconduct prevention and response programming. Please participate in the
assessment survey that will be available in late April 2021. More details
coming soon.<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Safety
and Support Open Meetings on Code of Conduct FAQs (CC and Spanish Available):<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The Survivors Task Force invites Federationists and
members of the blind community to attend one of two planned open calls to
review the Code of Conduct Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and to collect
feedback on the Code of Conduct itself. Scheduled calls are on Thursday, April
15, and Sunday, April 18, from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm eastern. Zoom details
available. Learn more at </span><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a href="https://nfb.org/programs-services/safety-support/safety-support-upcoming-events" target="_blank">https://nfb.org/programs-services/safety-support/safety-support-upcoming-events</a></span><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size:small"><br></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Code
of Conduct on NFB-NEWSLINE®:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The Code of Conduct and the related FAQs are now
available on NFB-NEWSLINE under the NFB National Channel. These documents are
available in both text and audio formats.<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Lyft
Offering Free Rides to Federation Members:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Our rideshare partners at Lyft, through their LyftUp
Vaccine Access program, will be providing access to free and donated rides. The
code is being made available for use through April 30. It should be used to
travel to and from COVID-19 vaccination appointments. There will be a code for
dose one and a separate code for dose two.</span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:5.25pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)">As the New Jersey affiliate
president I am only permitted to give this code to current dues paying members
of the national Federation of the Blind of New Jersey. Members from other
states will need to receive the code from their affiliate president. The
definition of a current dues paying member as someone who has already paid
their 2021 dues to either a chapter or division of the NFBNJ.<span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:5.25pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)">To request this code please
send an email to Linda Melendez at </span><a href="mailto:president@nfbnj.org" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">president@nfbnj.org</span></a>
<span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)">with
the following information:<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:39.8pt;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="font-family:Symbol;color:rgb(49,49,49)">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal;font-family:"Times New Roman"">
</span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)">Full name<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:39.8pt;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="font-family:Symbol;color:rgb(49,49,49)">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal;font-family:"Times New Roman""> C</span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)">hapter or division you belong to<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:39.8pt;line-height:normal;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="font-family:Symbol;color:rgb(49,49,49)">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-stretch:normal;line-height:normal;font-family:"Times New Roman"">
</span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)">Town and county you reside in<span></span></span></p>
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</span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)">Vaccination site name, town and county<span></span></span></p>
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</span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)">Date of vaccination<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)">For questions please call me at 732-421-7063 between 10 AM and 8
PM Monday through Friday.</span><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0.0001pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(49,49,49)"><br></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%">Summer Program for High
School Students: Applications Open for NFB EQ:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The National Federation of the Blind Engineering Quotient
(NFB EQ) applications is open. NFB EQ is going virtual July 5-30. High school
students can join us on a month-long adventure into engineering and
problem-solving activities. No specific level of engineering experience is
required. Engage in activities designed to strengthen knowledge and grow
interests. The deadline to apply is May 10. Learn more and apply now at </span><a href="http://www.nfb.org/eq" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">www.nfb.org/eq</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">.<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Reminders:<span></span></span></h1>
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<h1><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%">Register for the 2021 NFB
National Convention:<span></span></span></h1><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The 2021 National Federation of the Blind National
Convention is July 6 through July 10. Registration is open and free. By
registering, you will get access to the latest information as it is made
available, the opportunity to win door prizes, and more! </span><a href="https://www.nfb.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=432" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Register for the 2021 NFB National Convention online
now.</span></a> <span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Or, if someone you know needs help with registration or
would prefer to email or mail in a registration, please use the </span><a href="https://nfb.org/sites/nfb.org/files/files-pdf/2021-national-convention-registration-form-fillable-web.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">2021 National Convention Registration Form (fillable
PDF)</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">.<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">NFB
BELL Academy<sup>®</sup>:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:black">The NFB BELL Academy provides children with Braille and nonvisual
skills instruction through fun, hands-on learning activities.</span><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"> <span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:black">The NFB BELL Academy—which stands for National Federation of the
Blind Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning®—is a nationwide (United
States and Puerto Rico) summer program that prepares blind and low-vision
children to grow into confident and independent blind people who live the lives
they want.</span><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"> <span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><font color="#000000">Who Should Attend</font><br></span><span style="color:black;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Blind and low-vision children,
ages four through twelve, who:<br></span><span style="color:black;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Do not receive enough Braille
and nonvisual skills instruction in school</span><span style="color:black;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Could benefit from more Braille
exposure over the summer<br></span><span style="color:black;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Would enjoy connecting with blind role models</span><span style="color:black;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:black">Session 1 - June 7-18, 2021</span><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:black">Session 2 - July 19-30, 2021</span></span><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:black">Session 3 - August 9-20, 2021</span></span><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:black">Students will receive Braille and other fun materials for lessons.
Connect with experienced teachers and build relationships with other blind
students and mentors. Take advantage of this opportunity for your child to
connect with blind role models.</span><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"> <span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:black">Apply today! Limited space is available.</span><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"> <span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:black">English application link below:</span><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12pt;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/education/nfb-bell-academy/2021-nfb-bell-academy-home-edition-application" target="_blank"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap">https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/education/nfb-bell-academy/2021-nfb-bell-academy-home-edition-application</span></a><span></span></span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:black">Clicke en este enlase para
registrase en el programa Bell desde la casa este Verano.</span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 12pt"><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"><a href="https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/education/nfb-bell-academy/en-espanol-2021-solicitud-para-la-edicion-en-casa-de" target="_blank">www.nfb.org/programs-services/education/nfb-bell-academy/en-espanol-2021-solicitud-para-la-edicion-en-casa-de</a></span></span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap"></span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 12pt"><span style="font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Transformation
to Competitive Integrated Employment Act (H.R. 2373):<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Last week Chairman of the House Education and Labor
Committee, Bobby Scott (VA-3) reintroduced the Transformation to Competitive
Integrated Employment Act (H.R. 2373). This bill would discontinue the use of
special wage certificates and phase out subminimum wages for people with
disabilities over a four-year period. Please contact your representatives and
ask them to cosponsor this legislation.<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Independence
Market April “Products of the Month” and Sale Items:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">This month the Independence Market has two products of
the month. The first is a Micro-Speak Talking Digital Voice Recorder (8 gig)
that is priced at $60. The second is a Wilson Digital Voice Recorder (Version
8) priced at $42. Either (or both) of these items can be purchased by
contacting the Independence Market at 410-659-9314, extension 2216, or by email
at </span><a href="mailto:Independencemarket@nfb.org" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Independencemarket@nfb.org</span></a>.<span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The sale items for the month of April are:<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Plastic Envelope Writing Guide - $1<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Plastic Letter Writing Guide - $1<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">2x Illuminated Magnifier with 6X Insert and Folding
Handle - $5<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Supplies are limited, so for more information or to
purchase any of the items listed above, contact the Independence Market at
410-659-9314, extension 2216, or by email at </span><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a href="mailto:Independencemarket@nfb.org" target="_blank">Independencemarket@nfb.org</a></span>
<span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Collections
Advisory Council:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The Jacobus tenBroek Library is looking to put together
an advisory council of people who are aligned with the missions of the National
Federation of the Blind and possess an interest in history, research,
literature, museums, archives, and other related subjects. If you are
interested or would like more information, please contact Nichole Chrissis at </span><a href="mailto:nchrissis@nfb.org" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">nchrissis@nfb.org</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">.<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Blind
Driver Challenge Update: Partnering with Cruise:</span><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The National Federation of the Blind and the San
Francisco-based, zero-emission, self-driving company Cruise are sponsoring
racecar driver Dan Parker in his fall 2021 attempt to break the Guinness World
Record for the “Fastest Speed for a Car Driven Blindfolded” as part of the
Blind Driver Challenge. It’s more than a race—we are accelerating the challenge
in 2021 because the need for urgency in the development and implementation of
accessibility in emerging technology is even greater. Read the </span><a href="https://nfb.org/about-us/press-room/cruise-sponsor-racecar-driver-dan-parker-blind-driver-challenge" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">full partnership announcement from April 5</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"> and
check out </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VuUKIBVuvM" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">the video teaser</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">.<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%">Upcoming Nonvisual Access
Events: Testing and Google Workplace:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Accessibility boutiques and seminars are National
Federation of the Blind workshops presented by our access technology experts
that provide introductions to accessibility best practices and the latest
trends in access tech. Below is an upcoming accessibility events to share.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">April 27: Accessibility of Google Workplace<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Learn more and register at </span><a href="https://nfb.org/programs-services/center-excellence-nonvisual-access/trainings/accessibility-boutiques" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">nfb.org/boutiques</span></a>.<span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Latest
Blog Post: “Surviving Domestic Violence: I Found My Way Out”:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The Voice of the Nation's Blind Blog highlights
personal experiences and stories of blind people. In the recent article, Cheryl
Fields shares about the pathway of healing and journey to peace. Read the blog,
"</span><a href="https://nfb.org/blog/surviving-domestic-violence-i-found-my-way-out" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Surviving Domestic Violence: I Found My Way Out</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">."
If you are interested in sharing a story, please email </span><a href="mailto:CommunicationsTeam@nfb.org" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">CommunicationsTeam@nfb.org</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">.<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The
April Braille Monitor Is Available:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">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. </span><a href="https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm21/bm2104/bm2104tc.htm" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Access the Braille Monitor now</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">.<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<h1><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Apply
for 2021 Bolotin Awards:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The National Federation of the Blind is accepting
nominations of individuals or organizations who are a positive force in the
lives of blind people and help us transform dreams into reality. Each
application must include a letter of recommendation. </span><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/dr-jacob-bolotin-awards/application-information" target="_blank">Learn more and submit a nomination for the 2021 Dr.
Jacob Bolotin Awards</a></span><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br></p>
<h1 style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:18pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Dates
to Keep in Mind:<span></span></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">(all times eastern)</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a name="m_-4285973638461369874_m_-2781082716684944646_m_-8389829338176893497__Hlk67308830"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">April
15: </span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.nfb.org/bolotin" target="_blank">Bolotin Awards</a> nominations
deadline<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a name="m_-4285973638461369874_m_-2781082716684944646_m_-8389829338176893497__Hlk67381336"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">April
15: Survivor Task Force Open Call</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">April 18: Survivor Task Force Open Call<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">May 1: </span><a href="https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/distinguished-educator-blind-students-award" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Distinguished Educator of Blind Children Award</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"> nominations
deadline<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">May 3: Presidential Release LIVE, 8:00 p.m.<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a name="m_-4285973638461369874_m_-2781082716684944646_m_-8389829338176893497__Hlk67308853"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">May
7: </span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a href="https://nfb.org/programs-services/nfb-bell-academy" target="_blank">NFB
BELL Academy application</a> deadline (for session one)<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">May 10: </span><a href="http://www.nfb.org/eq" target="_blank"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">NFB EQ application</span></a><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"> deadline<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">May 31: 2021 National Convention Registration Deadline</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">June 1: Presidential Release LIVE, 8:00 p.m.<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height:115%;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">July 6-10: NFB National Convention, anywhere and
everywhere<span style="font-size:14pt"></span></span></p>
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