[NFBofAlaska] 2025 Alaska state convention agenda and Zoom link

[Kevin Whitley]

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National Federation of the Blind of Alaska 2024

Friday, October 3,(1:00-8:00 PM) and Saturday, October 4th,  (9:00 am-9PM)
Location: Mountainview anchorage Lyons Club Facility  501 North Pine St, Anchorage AK, 99508
Virtually: https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/87422712687?pwd=UmJjSkM3aEdSOFlVYWJiRTgwSUd4Zz09

The National Federation of the Blind of Alaska is committed to 

promoting equity and inclusion of a 
diverse global community. 
Honoring the lived experiences of those with congenital and acquired blindness; those with different geographic backgrounds, different languages, labor and socioeconomic status in the exchange of ideas, opinions, and actions. Through advocac4y, awareness, and educational activities, 
Strive to advance policies and practices that cultivate a climate of awareness and understanding; acceptance and opportunities for advancement; and respect for the dignity of all people.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to broaden the scope of awareness and understanding of the definition of full inclusion;
to explore and expand on the cultural makeup of the organization, providing education and training, guidance and advocacy where needed. Our goal is to cultivate a federation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
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. Live the life you want! Blindness is not what holds you back!
 
NFB Pledge
 	I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind, to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.

Friday, October 3, 2025:

Invocation, Tom Class

1:00 PM: Welcome, Kevin Whitley, NFB of Alaska, President
1:15 PM: David Newman, State ADA Coordinator 
1:35 PM: Loretta Roberts, Envision ScripTalk 
2:00 PM: Jeff Dick, Challenge Alaska
2:30 PM: Katie Lester, Alaska Division of Vocational Rehabilitation 
3:00 PM: Carol Alfaro, Business Enterprise Program, Participant 
3:15 PM: Harry Luke, Business Enterprise Program, Entrepreneur 
3:30 PM: Employment Panel
4:00 PM: Karla Wright, Aging and Disability Resource Center 
4:30 PM: Tracy Golly, Assistive Technology (Library) of Alaska
5:00 PM: CB Brady, Alaska Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Executive Director
5:30 PM: Meet and greet, Costco Pizza, 
7:00 PM: Games 

Saturday, October 4, 2025:

9:00 AM: Welcome!
9:10 AM: Jesse Shirek, NFB National Office, President’s Report
9:50 AM: Kevin Whitley, NFB of Alaska, President 
10:00 AM: Kelsy Tallant, NFB of Alaska, Vice President, 
10:20 AM: Braden Hartman, Jernigan Scholarship recipient 
10:40 AM: Break
11:00 AM: Benjamin Grelk, National Association of Blind Students
https://nabslink.org/board-directors/benjamin-grelk
11:15 PM: Katie Lester, NFB student scholarship recipient 
11:30 AM: Victoria Ackerman, Orientation and Mobility 
12:00 PM: Lunch 
1:00 PM: Jeff Dick, Challenge Alaska, Beep Baseball Demo 
            (presentation on the field
2:00 PM: Freya Anderson, Talking Books of Alaska 
2:30 PM: Bryce Gitzen, Being an Active Blind Person 
2:45 PM: Alaska Legislators videos
2:50 PM: Break: cookies and chips 
3:00 PM: Chris Danielson, Braille Monitor
3:20 PM: Jesse Shirek, NFB-NEWSLINE
3:40 PM: Mike Goehring, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, AK Field Rep. 
3:50 PM: Guide Dog Panel
            Mike Goehring, Guiding Eyes for the Blind 
            Dan Bigley, Guide Dogs for the Blind 
            Kevin Whitley, Guide Dog Foundation 

4:25 PM: Robert Posma, Lions Club, District 49-A Governor
5:00 PM: Banquet 


Acknowledgements of all sponsors 
Message from 1st Vice President,Kelsy,  
Closing statement from President 
Adjournment

Dream Maker Circle:
You can help build a future of opportunity for the blind by becoming a member of our Dream Makers Circle. It is easier than you think. You can visit your bank and convert an account to a P.O.D. (payable on death) bank account which is payable after your passing to the National Federation of the blind or one of our affiliates. Your legacy gift to the National Federation of the Blind or the National Federation of the Blind of {insert state} can be made in the form of a will or living trust, an income generating gift, or by naming us as the beneficiary of a retirement plan, IRA, pension, or a life insurance policy. You can designate a specific amount, a percentage, or list NFB as one of several beneficiaries. For additional information, please contact Patti Chang at (410) 659-9314, extension 2422 or at pchang at nfb.org.

Vehicle Donations

The National Federation of the Blind uses car donations to improve the education of blind children, distribute free white canes, help veterans, and so much more. We have partnered with Vehicles for Charity to process donated vehicles. Please call toll-free (855) 659-9314, and a representative can make arrangements, or you can donate online by visiting www.nfb.org/vehicledonations.

Preauthorized Contributions (PAC)
Can you help the National Federation of the Blind on a regular basis? Please consider joining our preauthorized contribution plan. Starting at $5 monthly, you can help us turn dreams into reality and raise expectations. Visit: https://nfb.org/pac.



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