[NFBSF] NFBSF Digest, Vol 233, Issue 1

Fri Sep 4 15:51:41 UTC 2026

Hi, I am wanting to join in or get together on Saturday at Yerba buena garden, but would like to find out more specific info on where people are meeting up for the  get together. Someone please specify on where exactly people are gathering like the north west corner of certain streets, please, thank you.
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>   1. REMINDER: our next NFBSF Chapter Meeting is Tuesday,
>      September 08, 2026 AT 6 PM (Jim Barbour)
>   2. Fwd: Participants Needed for Paid SpeakyAI Usability Study:
>      $250 Compensation (Sheela Gunn)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0700 (PDT)
> From: Jim Barbour <jbar at barcore.com>
> To: nfbsf at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [NFBSF] REMINDER: our next NFBSF Chapter Meeting is Tuesday,
>    September 08, 2026 AT 6 PM
> Message-ID: <202609011600.681G00K3017573 at nfbcal.org>
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> San Francisco Chapter Members,
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> We invite you to join us for the next NFB San Francisco Chapter Meeting on Tuesday, September 08, 2026. Below is the schedule and all the information you need to participate.
> 
> 6:00 - 6:30 PM: NFBSF Welcome & Social Time
> 
> Join us before the formal meeting for an informal time to connect with fellow members. This is a great time for new members to introduce themselves and for returning members to catch up. A board member will be present to welcome everyone and answer questions.
> 
> 6:30 - 8:00 PM: Formal NFBSF Chapter Meeting
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> Our regular business meeting will begin at 6:30 PM. We will cover updates, announcements, and ongoing chapter business. Your participation is important, and we welcome everyone to contribute to the discussion.
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> After 8:00 PM: Social Time and Community Connection
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> Once the formal meeting is adjourned, the Zoom room will remain open for anyone who wants to stay and connect further. This time is flexible -- some people leave right after the meeting, while others stay to chat, catch up, or offer support as needed. Feel free to stay as long as you like!
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> How to Join the Meeting:
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> The meeting will be held on the Zoom platform. You can join using the Zoom app on your computer or smartphone, or dial in from a regular phone.
> 
> Step 1: Download Zoom if needed. Download the Zoom app here:
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> https://www.zoom.us/download#client_4meeting
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> Step 2: Join the meeting. Click this link to join
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> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6535619678?pwd=g2r7hfzZq8UC4czxbEKdlnqtf0c7yw.1&omn=84192401716
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> Step 3: Dial-In Option. Prefer to join by phone? Follow these steps:
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>    *Tip: Press star six (6) to mute/unmute yourself during the call.
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>    1. Dial: 669-900-6833
>    2. Enter The Meeting ID: 653 561 96 78 followed by the pound (#) key.
>        3. Enter the meetig Passcode: 418866#
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>        Or, if you are on a device that recognizes dialing instructions, you can double tap on one of these 2 one-touch dialing options.
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>        +16694449171,,6535619678#,,,,*418866# US
>        +16699006833,,6535619678#,,,,*418866# US (San Jose)
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> Step 4: Login to the meeting via the web or app using ID and password.
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>        1. Choose the "join Meeting" option from within the app or web page.
>    2. Enter The Meeting ID: 653 561 96 78
>        3. Enter the meetig Passcode: NFBSF
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>        TIP: note that the password is entirely in upper case and is not a number.
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> We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, September 08, 2026. Whether you join us for social time, the formal meeting, or community connection after the meeting, we are always glad to come together as a chapter.
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> If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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> In Federation Spirit,
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> Message: 2
> Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2026 22:29:09 -0700
> From: Sheela Gunn <sheela at topgunntet.com>
> To: sfcl at ccblists.groups.io, "Bayview chapter, CCB"
>    <Bayview at ccblists.groups.io>, "\"NFB of San Francisco"
>    <nfbsf at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: [NFBSF] Fwd: Participants Needed for Paid SpeakyAI Usability
>    Study: $250 Compensation
> Message-ID: <e8ccdbb5-3a90-414d-b599-72bb654282fb at topgunntet.com>
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> 
> -------- Forwarded Message --------
> Subject:    Participants Needed for Paid SpeakyAI Usability Study: $250
> Compensation
> Date:    Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:00:18 +0000
> From:    American Foundation for the Blind <info at action.afb.org>
> Reply-To:    info at action.afb.org
> To:    Sheela Gunn <sheela at topgunntet.com>
> 
> 
> 
> Help shape SpeakyAI before its U.S. launch by participating in a
> usability study.
> American Foundation for the Blind.
> 
> 
>  *Paid SpeakyAI Study: Participate and Receive a $250 Amazon Gift Card*
> 
> AFB is seeking participants for a usability study with Mediavoice to
> test SpeakyAI, a new smartphone app that enables users to control their
> phones using voice commands and simple gestures. Participants will have
> the opportunity to provide feedback that will help improve the app
> before its launch in the United States.
> 
> Participants will have approximately two weeks for usability testing
> (estimated at about ten hours) and other activities, including:
> 
>  * A thirty-minute onboarding session with AFB and Mediavoice
>  * Approximately 10 hours of usability testing over a two-week period
>  * Feedback submitted through a brief form, followed by a thirty-minute
>    closeout interview with AFB and Mediavoice
> 
> To be eligible, participants must:
> 
>  * Be between the ages of 40 and 60 years old
>  * Be blind or have low vision
>  * Currently use an Android smartphone
>  * Reside in the United States
>  * Be able to participate in sessions remotely via video call from home
>  * Be comfortable trying tasks on their own without sighted assistance
> 
> Eligible applicants will be contacted for a brief screening call. Six
> participants will be selected to take part in the study. Participants
> who complete all study activities will receive a $250 Amazon gift card
> as compensation for their time.
> 
> If you’re interested in participating, please complete the screening
> form
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/138362872/643846091/544050102?sourceid=&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwMy8xLzcyODI3IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImNmMGZkZjU4LTM3YTYtZjExMS05YjMzLTAwMjI0ODJhOWE4ZCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAic2hlZWxhQHRvcGd1bm50ZXQuY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=D6LESTmvosHN2McFk6XGVTNB_DApuqm_vD4L-Gx8gKE=&emci=bc7f95ad-4fa5-f111-9b33-0022482a9a8d&emdi=cf0fdf58-37a6-f111-9b33-0022482a9a8d&ceid=12045333>.
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> Complete the Participant Questionnaire
> <https://click.everyaction.com/k/138362874/643846096/-86733898?sourceid=&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9FQS9FQTAwMy8xLzcyODI3IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImNmMGZkZjU4LTM3YTYtZjExMS05YjMzLTAwMjI0ODJhOWE4ZCIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAic2hlZWxhQHRvcGd1bm50ZXQuY29tIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=D6LESTmvosHN2McFk6XGVTNB_DApuqm_vD4L-Gx8gKE=&emci=bc7f95ad-4fa5-f111-9b33-0022482a9a8d&emdi=cf0fdf58-37a6-f111-9b33-0022482a9a8d&ceid=12045333>
> 
> 
> If you are selected to participate, you can expect to hear back from us
> within approximately two weeks of submitting your form.
> 
> *Please note:* This invitation is intended for a select group of
> recipients. Please do not forward or share the study link with others.
> 
> Thank you for your interest!
> 
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