[NFBV-Fairfax] Prepare for #NFB22 Virtual Experience

Sat Jun 11 12:42:17 UTC 2022

Hello Fairfax Chapter Members and Friends!

In less than a month our National Convention will be kicking off.  If you are unable to attend in person, make plans to participate virtually via Zoom or phone.  The virtual experience offers opportunities for engagement and connection to participants who are unable to attend our in-person convention. The 2022 National Convention Virtual Experience is a dedicated online space for exclusive convention activities. Registration for the virtual experience will be at no cost.  <https://nfb.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=481> Register for the 2022 Convention Virtual Experience!

Continue reading below my signature to find a message from our National Office about pre-convention activities and details about the virtual convention activities.  Be sure to share this information with friends and family.  They do not have to be a member to attend the virtual events.

Annette Carr, M.Ed.

President, Fairfax Chapter

Exhibits CoordinatorNFBV Convention 

National Federation of the Blind VA Affiliate

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Details for the National Convention Virtual Experience Available

The 2022 National Convention of the National Federation of the Blind is almost here. Thank you for being part of the virtual experience; below is an outline of opportunities to note. We encourage you to share this information with chapter members who may not receive emails and participate in the virtual experience via phone. 

The agenda is coming out soon and will be part of the next round of convention details. But you can begin preparing for the virtual experience.

Pre-Convention Activities

Participate in the following activities as we build excitement for convention:

*     The Give $20 Campaign <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26155&qid=7259095> —double your dollars now thanks to a generous matching contribution from HumanWare

*     Social Media 101 on June 21, 8 p.m. Eastern—learn about engaging on Twitter and Facebook using #NFB22

*     Sponsor and Exhibitor Showcase, June 27 and June 28, 8 p.m. Eastern—get a review of what to expect in the exhibit hall and more!

Virtual Experience Schedule

There will be a virtual experience component each day of the convention. As a reminder, this is not a hybrid convention.

*     Exclusive Virtual Activities: Hospitality Suite, Division Day Showcase, Meet Dan Parker

*     Board Meeting: An open session with presentations from leaders of the Federation.

*     General Sessions: The large portion of the agenda where all attendees come together for ceremonies, Federation reports, special speakers, and more!

*     Banquet: This red carpet event includes the President’s banquet address and award presentations.

How to Access

All of the #NFB22 virtual experience sessions will be accessed on Zoom or phone. The board meeting, general sessions, and banquet will be available on Zoom, phone, NFB-NEWSLINE, or through our streaming skill on Alexa. More specific instructions on how to access will be shared soon. Closed captions and Spanish will be available.

Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2022 National Convention

We greatly appreciate the 2022 National Convention Sponsors <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26156&qid=7259095>  who support the work of the Federation. 

More Information

We look forward to your participation. Share your excitement by posting on social media using the hashtag #NFB22. Follow the conversation, ask questions, and share fun expectations. More information can also be found at https://nfb.org/convention <https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=26157&qid=7259095>  as it becomes available. 

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