<html><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto"><div>Passing this along to everyone. If you can't make it in person no worries. There is a virtual part of the convention that you can join in on. The cost is $10 you must register as well.</div><div>Thanks<br id="lineBreakAtBeginningOfSignature"><div dir="ltr">Christopher Walker<div>Vice President,Winchester Chapter</div><div>National Federation of the Blind of Virginia</div><div>540 303 0080</div><div>chrisvinson1@gmail.com</div><div>www.NFBV.org</div><div>www.nfb.org</div></div><div dir="ltr"><br>Begin forwarded message:<br><br></div><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr"><b>From:</b> National Federation of the Blind <webmaster@nfb.org><br><b>Date:</b> April 12, 2024 at 8:02:51 PM EDT<br><b>To:</b> Chris Walker <chrisvinson1@gmail.com><br><b>Subject:</b> <b>Convention Communications: Virtual Experience, Awards, SSP, and Career Fair</b><br><b>Reply-To:</b> Bounces+r.22984.9724753.91415400e61f372d@mailings.nfb.org<br><br></div></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr"><!--[if gte mso 9]>
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<h1><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt;">Less Than Three Months to Convention: Register, Nominate, Prepare</span></h1>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">2024 National Convention<br>
July 3 through July 8<br>
Orlando, Florida<br>
<a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33630&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">Register now!</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><em>"From the moment I arrived at the convention I knew I had made the right choice. The people I met truly changed my life for the better and learning a new place and its history was an experience I will carry with me always." </em>– First time attendee </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. The convention is open to all. Our constitution states that only members of the Federation have the right to participate in decision-making when it comes to organizational policy. If you are not already a member, please <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33631&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">connect with your state affiliate</a>.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt;">Register Early</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">Get access to the latest information as it is made available and more. Online registration ($25) closes May 31. Onsite registration ($30) will be available in Orlando. Plan to register early to avoid the increased registration fees. <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33632&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">Register for the 2024 National Convention now!</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">For more information and hotel details, visit <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33633&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">https://nfb.org/convention</a>. </span></p>
<h3 style="color:1b5633"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 18pt; "><font color="1b5633">NFB24 Virtual Experience</font></span></h3>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">We are excited to offer opportunities for engagement and connection to participants who are unable to attend the convention in-person. There will be exclusive virtual events and access to the board meeting, resolutions committee meeting, general sessions, and banquet. The Virtual Experience registration fee is $10. <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33634&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">Register for the 2024 National Convention Virtual Experience</a>.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt;">Submit Nominations for Awards</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">We announce several awards at National Convention. Submit your nominations for the following today!</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33635&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">Dr. Jacob Bolotin Awards</a>, deadline April 15, honor individuals and organizations that are a positive force in the lives of blind people.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33636&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">Blind Educator of the Year Award</a>, deadline May 1, recognize exceptional blind teachers.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33637&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">Distinguished Educator of Blind Students Award</a>, deadline May 1, recognize an outstanding teacher of blind students.</span></li>
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<h2><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt;">Request for Service Support Providers</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">To optimize participation in the convention by members who are DeafBlind, the DeafBlind Division of the National Federation of the Blind is seeking Support Service Providers willing to volunteer their time to support DeafBlind attendees. <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33638&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">Learn more about becoming a SSP volunteer</a>. </span></p>
<h2><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt;">Convention Career Fair</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">The National Convention Career Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, July 3, 2024, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Eastern in Orlando, Florida. The career fair requires a separate registration. Sign up for the career fair today: <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33639&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">Job-Seeker Registration</a> and <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33678&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">Employer Registration</a>.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 20pt;">More Convention</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">Stay tuned for more exciting convention updates. Reminder: register early and learn more at <a href="https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=33633&qid=9724753" rel="nofollow">nfb.org/convention</a>. </span></p>
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