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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Hi Federation Family & Friends!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>I would like to invite you to the Social Media Committee meeting of the National Federation of the Blind of SC today (1/28/2021) at 7:30 PM Eastern. We will be discussing the below information provided by Danielle McCann, Social Media Coordinator for the National Federation of the Blind. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><h1 align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='color:windowtext'>Social Media Guidelines<o:p></o:p></span></b></h1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Social media is a great opportunity to promote the philosophy and brand of the National Federation of the Blind. Below are guidelines to assist our affiliates, divisions, and chapters. Please share with social media committees and/or coordinators. <o:p></o:p></p><h1>Our Brand – Values, Personality, and More<o:p></o:p></h1><p class=MsoNormal>Our values and personality are characteristics that help make us the welcoming and dynamic organization we are. It’s important to portray our organization brand on all National Federation of the Blind social media accounts. When creating and sharing content, consider if the post corresponds with any of our personality traits:<o:p></o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Inspirational<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Innovative<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Inviting<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Powerful<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal>Review the <a href="https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/brand-standards/nfbbrandstandards.htm">National Federation of the Blind Brand Standards</a> for our values and additional aspects of our brand. <o:p></o:p></p><h1>Accounts and Security <o:p></o:p></h1><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>Affiliates, chapters, and divisions are permitted to have social media accounts. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>As chapters are a part of the state affiliate, chapter social media accounts are considered part of the affiliate.<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>Leaders or designees should review social media to insure appropriate content is being shared. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>Where the platform or service permits, user accounts should be connected to an individual rather than the organization. This helps insure security, accountability, and organizational integrity. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>When sharing passwords is required, a system should be in place to keep passwords secure. <o:p></o:p></li></ul><h1>Content Requirements<o:p></o:p></h1><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><b>Affiliate, chapter, or division feeds are for Federation content</b>, not for religious, political, or other content not directly related to the Federation and your affiliate, chapter, or division’s advocacy and activities.<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>Proofread, with special attention being paid to the spelling of names.<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>Refrain from demeaning, offensive, or profane language as well as language that doesn’t adhere to our philosophy. Please review our <a href="https://nfb.org/code-conduct">Code of Conduct</a>.<o:p></o:p></li></ul><h1>Content Recommendations<o:p></o:p></h1><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>Prewrite content when possible to assure accuracy and timeliness. For example, if you know a representative from congress will be visiting your chapter meeting, you might want to prewrite something that mentions their username and thanks them for attending, with space in insert a comment about their speech. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>Alternate the type of content being posted. Examples: Promote an event or program, request feedback on a topic, share news, and ask a question. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'>Post at the minimum weekly. Note: Twitter is a platform that can posted to several times a day. <o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Photos, Alt-Text, and Hashtags<o:p></o:p></h1><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3'>Photos are<b> </b>a popular tool for engagement. Describe photos in the post or using the alt text option.<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3'>Hashtags are a great way for people to connect on a common topic. For example, some people may search #Braille to look for others posting about Braille – ultimately finding us! Use common hashtags and feel free to create one that is relevant when appropriate such as for an event. <o:p></o:p></li></ul><h2>Facebook<o:p></o:p></h2><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><b>Photos:</b> Alt-text option available; however, this must be done on a computer. After uploading the photo, click on edit photo and select alt-text option. It is not available on mobile as of January 2019. Where available, group multiple photos of an event into albums. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><b>Hashtags:</b> Hashtags are not as prevalent on Facebook. Use sparingly such as one or two that are relevant to the post. For example: while promoting the BELL program, you may use #Braille in the post about BELL. <o:p></o:p></li></ul><h2>Twitter<o:p></o:p></h2><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><b>Photos:</b> Alt-text option available. Under account, go to settings, accessibility, and turn on “compose image descriptions.” A field for “add description” will appear when composing a new tweet that contains an image. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><b>Hashtags:</b> It is recommended to not use more than three hashtags per post. For example: While promoting the BELL program, you may use hashtags such as #Braille #Literacy #BrailleisLiteracy<o:p></o:p></li></ul><h2>Instagram<o:p></o:p></h2><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><b>Photos:</b> Multiple photos can be compiled into one post. Alt-text is available under the advanced settings options. <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><b>Hashtags:</b> Use several hashtags related to the content. For example, if you are promoting the BELL program here are some suggested hashtags. #Braille #Literacy #Read #BlindKids #BlindKidsCan<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>Last but not least, have fun getting to know your social media community. Together with love, hope, and determination, we transform dreams into reality. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:black'>If you have been designated by your affiliate president as the affiliate’s communications coordinator, please send your contact information to </span><a href="mailto:communicationsteam@nfb.org"><b><span style='color:#2F5496'>communicationsteam@nfb.org</span></b></a><span style='color:black'> with a copy to your affiliate president. This will allow us to send regular communications to you and to facilitate collaboration across the organization.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Have questions about social media? Please reach out to <a href="mailto:communicationsteam@nfb.org"><b><span style='color:#2F5496'>communicationsteam@nfb.org</span></b></a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a name="_Hlk61409401"><o:p> </o:p></a></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'></span><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09"><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'>https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09</span><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'></span></a><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'>Meeting ID: 803 254 3777<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'>Passcode: 124578<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'>One tap mobile<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'>+19292056099,,8032543777# US (New York)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'>+13017158592,,8032543777# US (Germantown)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'>Dial by your location<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='mso-bookmark:_Hlk61409401'> +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://nfbofsc.org/?p=1985"><span style='color:#0563C1'>Click here to access the membership form for the National Federation of the Blind of SC</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Steve Cook<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>District 2 State Board Member of the National Federation of the Blind of SC<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>President of the Columbia chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of SC<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1<sup>st</sup> Vice President of the Computer Science & Technology Division of the National Federation of the Blind of SC<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The National Federation of the Blind of SC owns and operates Rocky Bottom Retreat & Conference Center. Below is a link to read more about Rocky Bottom and to make a reservation for a mountain retreat!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://rockybottomofsc.com/"><span style='color:#0563C1'>Rocky Bottom Retreat & Conference Center</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please join the National Federation of the Blind of SC on Face Book at any of the below links!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://m.facebook.com/NatFedofSouthCarolina/"><span style='color:#0563C1'>National Federation of the Blind of SC on Face Book</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Computer-Science-Technology-Division-of-the-NFB-of-SC-343263089815304/"><span style='color:#0563C1'>Computer Science & Technology Division of the National Federation of the Blind of SC</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://m.facebook.com/RockyBottomofSC/"><span style='color:#0563C1'>Rocky Bottom Retreat & Conference Center</span></a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://m.facebook.com/Scabs1944/?refid=46&__xts__%5B0%5D=12.%7B%22unit_id_click_type%22%3A%22graph_search_results_item_tapped%22%2C%22click_type%22%3A%22result%22%2C%22module_id%22%3A1%2C%22result_id%22%3A103680927718372%2C%22session_id%22%3A%22dde06b014c19c1fa49889d82a62edcda%22%2C%22module_role%22%3A%22ENTITY_PAGES%22%2C%22unit_id%22%3A%22browse_rl%3Aaed5eb18-5eed-4148-8ec7-5150ce26bf7b%22%2C%22browse_result_type%22%3A%22browse_type_page%22%2C%22unit_id_result_id%22%3A103680927718372%2C%22module_result_position%22%3A0%7D"><span style='color:#0563C1'>South Carolina Association of Blind Students</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://m.facebook.com/groups/375092969314880?_rdr"><span style='color:#0563C1'>South Carolina Parents of Blind Children</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:15.0pt'><span lang=EN style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>The National Federation of the Blind welcomes all blind people, parents of blind children, blind students, those losing vision, and more. We are a family of members and friends that knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. You can live the life you want.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:22.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in'><span lang=EN style='font-size:21.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:22.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in'><span lang=EN style='font-size:21.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>How to Join<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:15.0pt'><span lang=EN style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Federation of the Blind is to attend a chapter or division meeting in your local area. You can find your nearest chapter or division meeting by reaching out to your state affiliate president. Membership in a chapter or division will automatically grant you membership in your state affiliate and the national organization.</span><span lang=EN> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:15.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://www.nfb.org/get-involved/join-us"><span style='color:#0563C1'>Come join us!</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:15.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>