[NFBofAlaska] Important NFB 2021 Convention Information!

Tue Jun 29 22:32:03 UTC 2021

Not a problem. I will send a link before the day is up. I will also send information about our caucus meeting. 
Bonnie 

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> On Jun 29, 2021, at 8:56 AM, Rick Webb via NFBofAlaska <nfbofalaska at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Bonnie, it would be nice to have the registration link for those of us that had problems registering unless you were able to get us registered.
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> Thanks,
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> From: NFBofAlaska [mailto:nfbofalaska-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Bonnie Lucas via NFBofAlaska
> Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 4:16 AM
> To: 'NFB of Alaska Mailing List' <nfbofalaska at nfbnet.org>; alaska-professionals-in-blind-education at googlegroups.com
> Cc: lucas.bonnie at gmail.com
> Subject: [NFBofAlaska] Important NFB 2021 Convention Information!
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> Greetings to our
>  NFB Family and Friends,
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> Convention is just one week away. However, the Rooky Roundup is this evening; and first-timers and anyone else is invited. Please check out the notes to follow. Also, I have misunderstood some information and offer my apology. I have been telling folks that you can still register but would not be eligible to have your name in the door prize pool. Fortunately, I was wrong. Though you would not be eligible to vote, you are eligible for door prizes and other correspondence regarding convention. We invite you to register and join us. Below are a number of notes that will be helpful as you attend Convention 2021.
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> #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. Zoom meeting ID 996 0507 0015.
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> 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.
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> 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.
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> 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.
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> News:
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> 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.
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> 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.
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> 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.
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> Dates to Keep in Mind:
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> ·       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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> Please call or write with any questions. If you do not want others to see your question, you email should be sent to lucas.bonnie at gmail.com.
> More notes will be sent out as information becomes available.
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> Warmly,
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> Bonnie Lucas
> President
> National Federation of the Blind of Alaska
> Cell: 907-301-6808
> Email: lucas.bonnie at gmail.com
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> Web: alaskanfb.org
> 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.
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