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<p>Hey there PA Federationists,</p>
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<p>In this week’s Federation Focus for January 12, 2026, I cover two upcoming meetings and several important opportunities. Watch it at <a href="https://youtu.be/OXR85bETjkk">https://youtu.be/OXR85bETjkk</a>.</p>
<p>We start with the DeafBlind Division meeting on Tuesday evening, followed by a Zoom-only Greater Berks Chapter meeting on Saturday morning. I also share an update on efforts to restart the Guide Dog Division and invite any guide dog users in Pennsylvania to get involved, regardless of membership status. Additionally, I highlight the opening of the Jernigan Convention Scholarship for the 2026 National Convention in Austin and encourage first-time attendees to apply. I wrap up with a brief mention of the latest White Canes Connect episode.</p>
<p>Scroll down for all the links!</p>
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<p>National Convention in Austin Texas</p>
<p>This year’s National Convention is in Austin, Texas, from July 3-8. If you have never been to a National Convention, you can apply for a Jernigan Convention Scholarship by going to <a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/jernigan">https://www.nfbofpa.org/jernigan</a>. Good luck!</p>
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<p>Meetings</p>
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<p>Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM<br />DeafBlind Division Meeting<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/98011745391?pwd=OElqZ3JRdXFDRFRzNHp5NUJqYmN0QT09">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/98011745391?pwd=OElqZ3JRdXFDRFRzNHp5NUJqYmN0QT09</a><br />One tap mobile<br />+13126266799,,98011745391#</p>
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<p>Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM<br />Greater Berks Chapter Meeting<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=RjVoSjZabnNaNXh5SlZoWUtVRnlOUT09">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=RjVoSjZabnNaNXh5SlZoWUtVRnlOUT09</a><br />One tap mobile<br />+16469313860,,95253890689# US</p>
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<p>White Canes Connect</p>
<p>In episode 148 of <em>White Canes Connect</em>, we share the powerful General Sessions remarks of David DeNotaris from the 2025 National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania State Convention in Harrisburg.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<p>Speaking from a lifetime of experience, David reflects on growing up with Braille, discovering the Federation, and the profound influence of Dr. Kenneth Jernigan on his understanding of blindness and self-respect. Through humor and deeply personal stories, he explores what it truly means to believe that it is respectable to be blind—and how that belief unlocks confidence in using Braille, mobility tools, technology, and advocacy skills without apology.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<p>Apple Podcasts</p>
<p><span><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/respect-belief-and-action-david-denotaris/id1592248709?i=1000744088201">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/respect-belief-and-action-david-denotaris/id1592248709?i=1000744088201</a></span></p>
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<p>Spotify</p>
<p><span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3dHOmknIOgW9R7UEo69EH9">https://open.spotify.com/episode/3dHOmknIOgW9R7UEo69EH9</a></span></p>
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<p>YouTube</p>
<p><span><a href="https://youtu.be/0oawJQcbBkA?si=Y7K-rnaBg6UQx50-">https://youtu.be/0oawJQcbBkA?si=Y7K-rnaBg6UQx50-</a></span></p>
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<p>White Canes Connect Website<br /><a href="https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/148/">https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/148/</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<p>White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists</p>
<p>Our affiliate podcast is one of the 100 Best Visually Impaired Podcasts on FeedSpot! Check out the list at <a href="https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/">https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/</a>.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<p>White Canes Connect is also on the Best 100 on Million Podcasts! Have a look: <a href="https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b">https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
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<p>NFB-NEWSLINE®</p>
<p>Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE® at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline">https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline</a>. Want to subscribe? Call (866)504-7300.</p>
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<p>Braille Monitor</p>
<p>The Braille Monitor is the NFB’s flagship publication. Learn more about it at <a href="https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor">https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor</a>.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
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<p>Independence Market Online</p>
<p>The Independence Market is now available online! Explore their product offerings and make a purchase at <a href="https://catalog.nfb.org/">https://catalog.nfb.org/</a>.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p>
<p><span class="Apple-converted-space">Regards,</span></p>
<p><span class="Apple-converted-space">David</span></p>
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