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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><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Hey NFB Family a and Friends,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please read on and enjoy! Thank you everyone who has given me information for this email. Please keep them coming!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Career Opportunities…<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>Thank You Annette Carr for this information.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>There is a position posted (rare!) in the State of Minnesota’s Office of Accessibility. It is for an Accessibility Analyst, which is an “ITS 3” position. The Office of Accessibility is part of the state’s IT department, working with all Executive Branch agencies, as well as others.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>This link takes you to the <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3703985130/?eBP=JOB_SEARCH_ORGANIC&refId=kdz0m58AU8CKJzEIOetRIg%3D%3D&trackingId=TQ4%2BNZL0QEOTG2Z2%2BZyLvQ%3D%3D&trk=flagship3_search_srp_jobs&lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_search_srp_jobs%3BjT14qf6ERhG59msge0bIsw%3D%3D&lici=TQ4%2BNZL0QEOTG2Z2%2BZyLvQ%3D%3D">LinkedIn posting</a> about the position. This position is open to all qualified candidates<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>And, did you know that Minnesota has a <a href="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/">Connect 700 program</a>? Some positions, like this one, can receive applicants for this program. “Connect 700 allows eligible individuals with disabilities the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to perform a specific position for up to 700 hours on the job. It is:<o:p></o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'>A pre-probationary trial work program <o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'>An alternative employment selection for individuals with certain disabilities seeking employment in the classified service of state government.”<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>Please share this posting with anyone you feel may be interested! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>If you have questions about the position, contact Jennifer Hickey at <a href="mailto:jenny.hickey@state.mn.us">jenny.hickey@state.mn.us</a>. The job ID is 68649.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>Wishing everyone a good week!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:150%'>Jennie<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'>Jennie Delisi, MA, Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA)</span></b><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'>Enterprise Accessibility Operations Director | Office of Accessibility<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-top:8.0pt'><b><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'>Minnesota IT Services</span></b><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'> |<b> Partners in Performance<o:p></o:p></b></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'>658 Cedar Street<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'>St. Paul, MN 55155<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'>O: 651-201-1135<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'>Information Technology for Minnesota Government</span></i><span style='color:#003865;letter-spacing:.3pt'> | </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Things to do and places to go…<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thank you Naim Muawia Abu-El Hawa for providing this information.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>PS: Penny Forward is a 501(c)(3) compliant nonprofit educational organization. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:#EBEBEB'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;line-height:106%'><br><br><o:p></o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=600 style='width:6.25in;background:white'><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Hi Naim,</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;line-height:106%'><span style='display:none'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=600 style='width:6.25in;background:white'><tr><td style='padding:11.25pt 22.5pt 0in 22.5pt'><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>I hope you had a great summer and are looking forward to a wonderful autumn full of pumpkin spice, cooler temperatures, and beautiful fall colors. I’m writing to you today because I’m excited to invite you to participate in Penny Forward’s upcoming Strategic Planning Summit. Since I founded Penny Forward in 2021, we’ve been dedicated to delivering comprehensive, affordable, and inclusive financial education programs to the blind community. Through our nonprofit model, we have successfully empowered over 100 clients to improve their financial well-being through online courses, group chats, one-on-one counseling, podcasts, and our user-friendly mobile app.</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Now, as we embark on the next phase of our journey, we want your valuable input and insights to help shape our future initiatives. Your participation is crucial in continuing our mission of creating accessible and inclusive financial wellness education for the blind community.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><h1 style='mso-line-height-alt:15.0pt'><span style='font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:black'>What To Expect</span><span style='font-size:24.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></h1><h2 style='mso-line-height-alt:15.0pt'><span style='font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:black'>Session 1<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Build a Common Framework<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Date: September 13<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Time: 6:30-8:00 PM CT<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>During this session, we will establish a shared understanding by discussing the data we’ve gathered and exploring possibilities. Your direct feedback on our overall strategic framework will be invaluable in shaping our direction.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-line-height-alt:15.0pt'><span style='font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:black'>Session 2<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Prioritize Actions<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Date: September 20<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Time: 6:30-8:00 PM CT<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>In this session, we’ll work together to achieve consensus on our strategic framework. We will brainstorm actionable steps aligned with our goals and prioritize these actions to ensure our success.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-line-height-alt:15.0pt'><span style='font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:black'>Session 3<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Unveil and Implement<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Date: September 27<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Time: 6:30-8:00 PM CT<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>During our final session, we will unveil the outcomes of the summit and launch our implementation action teams. You’ll have the opportunity to witness firsthand how your contributions have transformed the community.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><h1 style='mso-line-height-alt:15.0pt'><span style='font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:black'>Register Now</span><span style='font-size:24.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></h1><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Your unique perspective is essential to our success, so I’m asking you to register for the summit by visiting our Summit Registration form at </span><span style='color:black'><a href="https://www.pennyforward.com/sendpress/eyJpZCI6IjEwMTIiLCJyZXBvcnQiOiIyMDM4MSIsInZpZXciOiJ0cmFja2VyIiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL3d3dy5wZW5ueWZvcndhcmQuY29tXC9zdW1taXQtcmVnaXN0cmF0aW9uXC8ifQ/"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#2469A0'>https://www.pennyforward.com/summit-registration/</span></a></span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>. Please also share this opportunity with your personal and professional network, as we aim to gather as many diverse viewpoints and ideas as possible to further enrich our strategic planning process.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Thank you for your continued support and commitment to advancing financial education for the blind community. Together, we can build a brighter and more inclusive financial future one penny at a time.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Warm regards,<o:p></o:p></span></p></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;line-height:106%'><span style='display:none'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=600 style='width:6.25in;background:white'><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><pre style='line-height:15.0pt'><span style='color:black'>Chris Peterson<o:p></o:p></span></pre><pre style='line-height:15.0pt'><span style='color:black'>President and CEO, Penny Forward<o:p></o:p></span></pre><pre style='line-height:15.0pt'><span style='color:black'>Blind People Building Bright Futures One Penny At A Time<o:p></o:p></span></pre><pre style='line-height:15.0pt'><span style='color:black'>Email: <a href="mailto:chris@pennyforward.com"><span style='color:#2469A0'>chris@pennyforward.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></pre><pre style='line-height:15.0pt'><span style='color:black'>Phone: (888) 332-5558<o:p></o:p></span></pre><pre style='line-height:15.0pt'><span style='color:black'><a href="https://www.pennyforward.com/sendpress/eyJpZCI6IjEwMTIiLCJyZXBvcnQiOiIyMDM4MSIsInZpZXciOiJ0cmFja2VyIiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL3d3dy5wZW5ueWZvcndhcmQuY29tXC8ifQ/"><span style='color:#2469A0'>https://www.pennyforward.com</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></pre><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:15.0pt'><span style='color:black'><a href="https://www.pennyforward.com/sendpress/eyJpZCI6IjEwMTIiLCJyZXBvcnQiOiIyMDM4MSIsInZpZXciOiJ0cmFja2VyIiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL3d3dy5mYWNlYm9vay5jb21cL3Blbm55ZndkXC8ifQ/"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#2469A0;text-decoration:none'><img border=0 width=32 height=32 style='width:.3333in;height:.3333in' id="Picture_x0020_4" src="cid:image001.png@01D9DF39.AE39E520" alt=Facebook></span></a><a href="https://www.pennyforward.com/sendpress/eyJpZCI6IjEwMTIiLCJyZXBvcnQiOiIyMDM4MSIsInZpZXciOiJ0cmFja2VyIiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL3d3dy50d2l0dGVyLmNvbVwvcGVubnlmd2RcLyJ9/"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#2469A0;text-decoration:none'><img border=0 width=32 height=32 style='width:.3333in;height:.3333in' id="Picture_x0020_3" src="cid:image002.png@01D9DF39.AE39E520" alt=Twitter></span></a><a href="https://www.pennyforward.com/sendpress/eyJpZCI6IjEwMTIiLCJyZXBvcnQiOiIyMDM4MSIsInZpZXciOiJ0cmFja2VyIiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL3d3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbVwvY2hhbm5lbFwvVUNnYy11RVpaNTY5WnZ2VXNjdV9VOUpRIn0/"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#2469A0;text-decoration:none'><img border=0 width=32 height=32 style='width:.3333in;height:.3333in' id="Picture_x0020_2" src="cid:image003.png@01D9DF39.AE39E520" alt=YouTube></span></a></span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;line-height:106%'><img border=0 width=300 height=118 style='width:3.125in;height:1.2333in' id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image004.jpg@01D9DF39.AE39E520"><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></td></tr></table></div><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;line-height:106%'><o:p> </o:p></p><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%'><tr><td valign=top style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width=600 style='width:6.25in'><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:15.0pt'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:#333333'><br>Is this email not displaying correctly? 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USA Blind Soccer is currently looking for athletes that may be interested in potentially being a part of our blind soccer pipeline with future potential in joining the national team. If this opportunity interests any athletes ages 17+, please fill out the survey link below. <o:p></o:p></span></p><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:white;border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing: 0px;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-thickness: initial;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;text-size-adjust: 100%;word-spacing:0px'><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 11.25pt 0in;text-size-adjust: 100%'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 style='border-collapse:collapse;text-size-adjust: 100%'><tr><td style='background:#0C77CF;padding:7.5pt 7.5pt 7.5pt 7.5pt;border-spacing: 0px;text-size-adjust: 100%'><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/blindsoccerassessment?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank"><strong><span style='font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:white;text-decoration:none'>Survey</span></strong></a><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;text-align:justify;background:white;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-thickness: initial;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;text-size-adjust: 100%;word-spacing:0px'><span style='font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:black'>When you finish the survey, you will be emailed a link to a personal Dropbox folder where you will put videos of yourself doing assigned skills that will be watched and evaluated by our blind soccer coaching staff. Please visit the USABA website below or contact <a href="mailto:william.sutton@dbvi.virginia.gov" target="_blank"><span style='color:#171695'>William Sutton</span></a>, 804-554-1978, if you have any questions about any of this process.<o:p></o:p></span></p><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 width="100%" style='width:100.0%;background:white;border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing: 0px;font-variant-ligatures: normal;font-variant-caps: normal;orphans: 2;widows: 2;-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;text-decoration-thickness: initial;text-decoration-style: initial;text-decoration-color: initial;text-size-adjust: 100%;word-spacing:0px'><tr><td style='padding:0in 0in 11.25pt 0in;text-size-adjust: 100%'><div align=center><table class=MsoNormalTable border=0 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 style='border-collapse:collapse;text-size-adjust: 100%'><tr><td style='background:#0C77CF;padding:7.5pt 7.5pt 7.5pt 7.5pt;border-spacing: 0px;text-size-adjust: 100%'><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><a href="https://www.usaba.org/usa-blind-soccer-virtual-scouting-combine/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery" target="_blank"><strong><span style='font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Helvetica",sans-serif;color:white;text-decoration:none'>USABA Site</span></strong></a><o:p></o:p></p></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Thank you Vienna and Reston VIP Groups for providing this information.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Penelope Helfgott is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Topic: Low Vision 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selling Braille Lego Blocks starting next month. Read on for the full article.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><a href="https://fortune.com/2023/08/24/lego-braille-bricks-on-sale-date-price/">https://fortune.com/2023/08/24/lego-braille-bricks-on-sale-date-price/</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Startup Develops a Smart Headband to Assist Blind Swimmers<o:p></o:p></h1><p>EyeCan, an Israeli startup, has developed a smart headband to assist blind swimmers in navigating obstacles while swimming. This innovative device utilizes vibrations and bone conduction technology to provide real-time alerts and enhance the safety and confidence of visually impaired individuals in the pool.<o:p></o:p></p><h2>How does the smart headband work to assist blind swimmers?<o:p></o:p></h2><p>The smart headband developed by EyeCan is equipped with a camera that scans the pool’s bottom and the area in front of the swimmer. This data is processed by a dedicated processor at the back of the headband, which then sends alerts to two chips placed on either side of the swimmer’s head. These chips utilize bone conduction technology to send vibrations to the inner ear, alerting the swimmer in real time whenever they move away from the center of their lane or approach an obstacle.<o:p></o:p></p><h2>What challenges do visually impaired swimmers face in the pool?<o:p></o:p></h2><p>Visually impaired swimmers often struggle with disorientation, veering off their lane, and the risk of colliding with obstacles such as pool edges. Without a technological solution, they might rely on a person using a soft stick (tapper) to signal when they’re nearing the pool edge. This dependency diminishes their sense of independence and confidence while swimming.<o:p></o:p></p><h2>What is the significance of the smart headband for blind swimmers?<o:p></o:p></h2><p>The smart headband is a crucial advancement for blind and visually impaired swimmers, as it empowers them to swim independently without the need for external assistance. Nearly one third of the global population experiences vision complications, making this technology highly relevant. Unlike tappers, which are mainly used by Paralympic swimmers, the smart headband caters to both competitive and recreational swimmers, boosting their motivation and self-assurance.<o:p></o:p></p><h2>How is EyeCan further developing the technology for blind swimmers?<o:p></o:p></h2><p>EyeCan is refining its smart headband technology through two key approaches. Firstly, it trains the processor’s algorithm using wearable cameras on swimmers, analyzing the recorded videos to detect obstacles and lane deviations. Additionally, the company is working on a cameraless prototype to gather feedback on the device’s comfort and effectiveness from visually impaired swimmers.<o:p></o:p></p><p>The smart headband developed by EyeCan represents a significant breakthrough in aiding blind swimmers. By utilizing vibrations and bone conduction technology, this innovation not only enhances safety but also promotes independence and self-confidence for visually impaired individuals in the water. As EyeCan continues to refine its technology, it holds the potential to transform the swimming experience for a diverse range of individuals.<o:p></o:p></p><p><a href="https://www.eyecan.tech">Source</a><o:p></o:p></p><p><a href="https://coolblindtech.com/startup-develops-a-smart-headband-to-assist-blind-swimmers/">https://coolblindtech.com/startup-develops-a-smart-headband-to-assist-blind-swimmers/</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> David Goldfield <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Goods and services…<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p style='margin:0in'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>For over 90 years JBI (The Jewish Braille Institute) has provided people of all ages who are blind or print disabled with free braille, audio, and large print specific to Jewish and related interests. </span><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;color:#26282A'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='margin:0in'><span style='color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;color:#26282A'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='margin:0in'><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>They offer: </span><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;color:#26282A'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:47.25pt;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol;color:#26282A'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>13,000 circulating audio books, braille titles and large print materials, including popular fiction, history, poetry, Jewish studies, memoirs, cookbooks, and more, and we are 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