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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'>From: Christopher Kristy, Secretary<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Fairfax Chapter<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Hey everyone and happy May,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This month the Fairfax chapter is setting it’s 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></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>To that end, we want to 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></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ever run into a digital barrier:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>an unlabeled button<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>a form your screen reader can’t process<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>a PDF that refuses to cooperate <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>You’re not alone, and you don’t have to just accept what is, is.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>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></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>In this session, you’ll learn how to:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Spot when a digital issue is worth reporting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Explain the problem so it gets real attention<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Document what happened without extra stress<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Know exactly where to send your complaint<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Understand what happens after you submit it<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Special Guest Speaker<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>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></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>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></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Event Details<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Date: Thursday May 21, 2026<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Format: Virtual via Zoom<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>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></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Meeting Details:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Join Zoom Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/8297256345?pwd=IxBkHB29q0XT0lucFjOe3vrA9ViSOU.1">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/8297256345?pwd=IxBkHB29q0XT0lucFjOe3vrA9ViSOU.1</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Meeting ID: 829 725 6345<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Passcode: 20201940<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>---<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>One tap mobile<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>+13126266799,,8297256345# US (Chicago)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>+16468769923,,8297256345# US (New York)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>---<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Dial by your location<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• +1 305 224 1968 US<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Meeting ID: 829 725 6345<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Find your local number: <a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/u/aebHxOR2My">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/u/aebHxOR2My</a><o:p></o:p></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>