<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large">sent</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large"><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large">Linda Melendez</div></div><br><div class="gmail_quote gmail_quote_container"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">On Wed, May 14, 2025 at 8:03\u202fAM NFBNJ President <<a href="mailto:president@nfbnj.org">president@nfbnj.org</a>> wrote:<br></div><blockquote class="gmail_quote" style="margin:0px 0px 0px 0.8ex;border-left:1px solid rgb(204,204,204);padding-left:1ex"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large"><br></div><br><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <strong class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">Elsa Zavoda</strong> <span dir="auto"><<a href="mailto:EZavoda@vlanj.org" target="_blank">EZavoda@vlanj.org</a>></span><br>Date: Tue, May 13, 2025 at 3:48\u202fPM<br>Subject: VLANJ Tech Corner \u2013 May 16, 2025 at 11am: Exploring the Be My Eyes App<br><br></div><br><br><div>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;color:black">We are very excited to share that our upcoming Tech Corner session will feature an overview and discussion of the Be My Eyes app\u2014an innovative tool designed
to support individuals with vision loss through real-time visual assistance.<u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black">\U0001f5d3</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16pt;color:black"> Date: Friday, May 16th, 2025<u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black">\U0001f55a</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16pt;color:black"> Time: 11:00 AM<br>
</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;color:black">\U0001f4ac</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16pt;color:black"> Topic: \u201cBe My Eyes: Real-World Support Through Visual Assistance\u201d<u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;color:black">In our fast-paced world, technology plays a crucial role in enhancing accessibility and improving the quality of life for individuals with vision loss. This
session will focus on the Be My Eyes app, which connects blind and low-vision users with sighted volunteers and company representatives for visual support through live video.<u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:16pt">App Overview: Learn about the key features and how the app works.<u></u><u></u></span></b></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black">
<b><span style="font-size:16pt">Use Case Examples: Discover real-life scenarios where Be My Eyes has made a difference.<u></u><u></u></span></b></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black">
<b><span style="font-size:16pt">Community Sharing: Even if you're already familiar with the app, we encourage you to join us! You'll have the opportunity to share your own stories, tips, and recommendations. This is how we build community\u2014by learning from
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;color:black">Be My Eyes empowers users to navigate their environment, solve everyday challenges, and connect with others in meaningful ways. Whether you're exploring new
assistive technologies or looking to share your experiences, this session is for you.<u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;color:black">VLANJ Tech Corner is a new weekly online event held every Friday at 11:00 AM. when the our person program is in session, hosted by VLANJ\u2019s Technology Coordinator.
Each session explores topics such as accessible technologies, helpful apps, and SMART home tools.<u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ECLIKroaTVaooe3AxNmn3A#/registration" title="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ECLIKroaTVaooe3AxNmn3A#/registration" target="_blank">
VLANJ Friday Tech Corner</a><br>
(Please note: You must register for VLANJ Tech Corner even if you\u2019ve attended other webinars. Once registered, you won\u2019t need to sign up again.)<u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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VLANJ Virtual Program Schedule</a><u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;color:black">Thank you! We look forward to another great session with all of you.<u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;color:rgb(36,36,36)">Anthony Filingeri</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16pt"><u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;color:rgb(36,36,36)">Technology Coordinator</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16pt"><u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;color:rgb(36,36,36)">Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16pt"><u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;color:rgb(36,36,36)">201 Littleton Rd., Suite 150</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16pt"><u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<p style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:16pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;color:rgb(36,36,36)">Phone: (973) 627-0055, ext. 7</span></b><b><span style="font-size:16pt"><u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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</div></div><div><br clear="all"></div><div><br></div><span class="gmail_signature_prefix">-- </span><br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><font face="tahoma, sans-serif" size="4"><span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">Warmly,</span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">Linda Melendez, President</span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">National Federation of the Blind of NJ</span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">908-590-1747</span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><a href="mailto:president@nfbnj.org" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(17,85,204);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">president@nfbnj.org</span></a></span></font><div><font face="tahoma, sans-serif" size="4"><br></font></div><div><font face="tahoma, sans-serif" size="4"><span>NFBNJ Calendar: </span><a href="https://nfbnj.org/events-calendar" target="_blank">Events Calendar | National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey</a><span><a href="mailto:president@nfbnj.org" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(17,85,204);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span></a><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;vertical-align:baseline">Facebook: </span><a href="https://m.facebook.com/NFB-NJ-353099574776238" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(17,85,204);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;vertical-align:baseline">https://m.facebook.com/NFB-NJ-353099574776238</span></a><br></span><br>To Set up a 30-minute meeting about the National Federation of the Blind of Nj please click on the link below</font><div><font face="tahoma, sans-serif" size="4"><a href="https://calendly.com/nfbnj/30min" style="color:rgb(17,85,204)" target="_blank">https://calendly.com/nfbnj/30min</a></font></div></div></div></div></div>
</blockquote></div><div><br clear="all"></div><div><br></div><span class="gmail_signature_prefix">-- </span><br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><font face="tahoma, sans-serif" size="4"><span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">Warmly,</span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">Linda Melendez, President</span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">National Federation of the Blind of NJ</span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">908-590-1747</span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><a href="mailto:president@nfbnj.org" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(17,85,204);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline">president@nfbnj.org</span></a></span></font><div><font face="tahoma, sans-serif" size="4"><br></font></div><div><font face="tahoma, sans-serif" size="4"><span>NFBNJ Calendar: </span><a href="https://nfbnj.org/events-calendar" target="_blank">Events Calendar | National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey</a><span><a href="mailto:president@nfbnj.org" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(17,85,204);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span><span style="color:rgb(80,0,80);background-color:transparent;vertical-align:baseline"><br></span></a><span style="color:rgb(34,34,34);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;vertical-align:baseline">Facebook: </span><a href="https://m.facebook.com/NFB-NJ-353099574776238" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(17,85,204);background-color:transparent;font-style:italic;vertical-align:baseline">https://m.facebook.com/NFB-NJ-353099574776238</span></a><br></span><br>To Set up a 30-minute meeting about the National Federation of the Blind of Nj please click on the link below</font><div><font face="tahoma, sans-serif" size="4"><a href="https://calendly.com/nfbnj/30min" style="color:rgb(17,85,204)" target="_blank">https://calendly.com/nfbnj/30min</a></font></div></div></div></div>