[NFBV-Announce] NFB of Virginia Convention Highlights for Working Age Adults

[Sarah Patnaude]

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> The NFB of Virginia is excited to unveil a special program for working age blind adults in the commonwealth. We believe we have designed a valuable program to enhance your life and career. Tune in to those items you find most promising.
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> State Convention Highlights
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> Professional Development: COVID dramatically changed the employment landscape. If you were laid off, or find yourself exploring new career opportunities, join us for a breakout session the afternoon of Saturday, October 31 to hone your employment seeking skills and remain competitive in this new market. Learn how to make virtual work to your advantage!
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> Technological Advancement: If you thrive on emerging technology, you will not want to miss a separate breakout session the afternoon of Saturday, October 31. From consumer products that help run your home to professional products that help manage your to-do list, join an active gathering of technology enthusiasts eager to explore the latest trends in tech.
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> Networking: Dramatically multiply your contacts by joining the largest meeting of blind people in the commonwealth. The NFB of Virginia draws individuals from all walks of life including academia, consulting, national security, rehabilitation, education, psychology, and many other fields. The optimal time to mix and mingle will be Friday night, October 30, but seize any opportunity throughout the week to identify and approach your next best personal and professional point of contact.
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> Resolutions: If you feel there are barriers to leading an active and full life within your job, community, or family where our collective advocacy could help, consider submitting a resolution. We could potentially partner on a campaign to address a problem that affects many blind Virginians. We welcome your thoughts at resolutions at nfbv.org, and invite you to join us for the committee meeting on the evening of Friday, October 30.
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> Empowering the Home Base: For those of you with families, take advantage of the Blind Parents’ Group meeting on Wednesday, October 28.
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> Learn about services from Virginia to help you on your path: The Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired will be holding sessions on Monday, October 26 where you can hear from others, address agency management at the public meeting, and hear of their latest initiatives.
> These are just a few highlights punctuating a week’s worth of programming catering to a diverse range of interests. Connecting with hundreds of blind role models and our positive philosophy on blindness can be very empowering. The complete agenda, as well as other pertinent details, can be found on our convention landing page, listed below. Please join us and spread the word to others you feel could benefit from this informative and interactive gathering. If you register before Sunday, October 18, you will be automatically entered into a drawing for $100. You need not be a member of the NFB to register or attend the convention and all are eligible to win this prize!
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> For more details, visit: http://nfbv.org/convention
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> Tracy Soforenko
> President, National Federation of the Blind of Virginia
> 202 285-4595
> Tracy.soforenko at gmail.com
> www.nfb.org
> www.nfbv.org
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