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--></style></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>From:</span> Christopher Christie, Secretary<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Fairfax Chapter <span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Hey everyone and happy May,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>This month the Fairfax chapter is setting its sights on digital Accessibility and we want you help making the internet and all digital resources a little easier to use.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>To that end, we want talk to you about how you can turn your negative experiences in this arena into positive and actionable results for all of us.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ever run into a digital barrier:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>an unlabeled button<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>a form your screen reader can’t process<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>a PDF that refuses to cooperate <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>You’re not alone, and you don’t have to just accept what is, is.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The Fairfax Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind is hosting a fast, practical training on how to file a digital accessibility complaint. The NFB’s philosophy is powerful: blind people are not the problem, barriers are. And when you speak up, you help break those barriers for yourself and for others. Because, believe it or not, it’s not only the NFB that wants you to live the life you want. So do all those website owners. They just need to know how they can make that happen.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>In this session, you’ll learn how to:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Spot when a digital issue is worth reporting<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Explain the problem so it gets real attention<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Document what happened without extra stress<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Know exactly where to send your complaint<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• Understand what happens after you submit it<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Special Guest Speaker<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>We’re excited to feature Corbb O’Connor and Ameenah Ghoston, leaders in digital accessibility in both the federal government and private sector. As well as long-time advocates within the NFB community. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>They’ll share real stories, practical tips, and why filing complaints is one of the most effective tools for creating change. You’ll get insights straight from someone who’s been on the front lines of accessibility advocacy.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Event Details<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Date: Thursday May 21, 2026<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Format: Virtual via Zoom<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join us and learn how to turn digital barriers into opportunities for change. Because your voice matters, your experience matters, and you have every right to live the life you want.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Meeting Details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join Zoom Meeting<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/8297256345?pwd=IxBkHB29q0XT0lucFjOe3vrA9ViSOU.1"><span style='color:#0563C1'>https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/8297256345?pwd=IxBkHB29q0XT0lucFjOe3vrA9ViSOU.1</span></a><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Meeting ID: 829 725 6345<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Passcode: 20201940<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>---<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>One tap mobile<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>+13126266799,,8297256345# US (Chicago)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>+16468769923,,8297256345# US (New York)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>---<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Dial by your location<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• +1 646 931 3860 US<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Meeting ID: 829 725 6345<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Find your local number: <a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/u/aebHxOR2My"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;color:#0563C1'>https://nfb-org.zoom.us/u/aebHxOR2My</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal> <span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal> <span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Christopher L. Christie (He/Him)<span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>NFBV of Virginia, Secretary – Fairfax Chapter<span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Direct: (240) 682-9622<span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Peace,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jacki Bruce<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:jackibruce6@gmail.com">mailto:jackibruce6@gmail.com</a> or <a href="mailto:membership@nfbv.org">membership@nfbv.org</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="tel:(757)291-1789">tel:(757)291-1789</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Find us on Facebook @NationalFederationoftheBlindofVirginia<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Find us on Instragram @nfbofvirginia<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Subscribe to our Youtube: NFB Virginia<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.nfbv.org/">www.nfbv.org</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>