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[Marci Carpenter]

Summer Internship Opportunity:
The National Federation of the Blind’s (NFB) 2026 Summer Internship Program offers a unique opportunity to make an impact while gaining professional experience. Interns work on projects that advance innovation and raise expectations for blind people nationwide.
This paid, ten-week internship runs from June 1–August 7 at NFB headquarters in Baltimore and includes participation in the NFB National Convention in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 14 to help shape the future and build leadership skills <https://nfb.org/programs-services/employment/summer-internship-program>.
 
2026 Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium:
This year’s Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium will take place March 26–27 at the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute in Baltimore, Maryland. Our theme for 2026 is "Collaboration and Creativity: Addressing Challenges and Advancing Opportunities Now and in the Future." Attendees will experience interactive workshops and in-depth plenary sessions focused on intersectional representation in the disability rights community. Registration is now open. A hotel block is available at the Courtyard Baltimore Downtown McHenry Row (1803 Porter Street, Baltimore, MD 21230), with a room rate of $159, plus taxes and fees, per night. To reserve your room, call 443-853-9918 and mention the "National Federation of the Blind JTLS2026," or book online through the Marriott website <https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1765306812041&key=GRP&app=resvlink&_branch_match_id=1302272576938599399&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXTywo0MtNLCrKzC8p0UvOz9UvSi3OyczLtgdK2ALZZSCOWmaKraG5mamxgZmFoZGBiaFadmqlrXtQgFpdUWpaKlB3Xnp8UlF%2BeXFqka1zRlF%2BbioAWF4%2Bd2AAAAA%3D>. The hotel block deadline is Wednesday, March 9, 2026. We will operate complimentary shuttles between the Courtyard and the NFB Jernigan Institute throughout the conference. To learn more about the symposium, visit Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium | National Federation of the Blind <https://nfb.org/programs-services/legal-program/jacobus-tenbroek-disability-law-symposium>.
 
Access On Webinar: Working with 1Password:
1Password is a powerful, accessible password and information manager that works on multiple operating systems and browsers. In this Access On webinar, Tuesday, February 24, 2:00-3:30 p.m., we’ll introduce you to the key features of 1Password, ensuring you have a unique password for every website you visit, available on every browser and every device you use. Learn how to get started with 1Password and integrate it into your daily computer and smartphone use.
Register at https://nfb.org/programs-services/center-excellence-nonvisual-access/events/accessibility-boutique-reg.
 
2026 NFB Youth Programs: NFB BELL Academy and NFB STEM2U:
The National Federation of the Blind is excited to announce its 2026 youth programming through the NFB BELL? Academy and NFB STEM2U programs. The NFB BELL Academy builds Braille literacy, nonvisual skills, and confidence for blind and low-vision children through hands-on learning. NFB STEM2U offers accessible, hands-on STEM experiences that encourage exploration, problem-solving, and interest in STEM careers. Programs will be offered in multiple locations in 2026. Learn more and register at nfb.org/bell <http://nfb.org/bell> and nfb.org/stem2u <http://nfb.org/stem2u>.
 
Letter to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Regarding Autonomous Vehicles:
On February 2, we sent a letter to the chair and ranking member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The letter urged the committee leaders to include a national autonomous vehicle framework in the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act. The full letter can be found on thepolicy statements page <https://nfb.org/programs-services/advocacy/policy-statements> of our website. 
 
Letter from Nine Affiliate Presidents to their Attorneys General Regarding Section 504 Lawsuit:
On February 12, a coalition of nine affiliates of the National Federation of the Blind (Texas, Alaska, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Montana, and South Dakota) sent a joint letter to each state’s attorney general regarding a new Section 504 lawsuit. This letter can be read in its entirety on the policy statements page <https://nfb.org/programs-services/advocacy/policy-statements> of our website. 
 
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