<html><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto"><div>Hello all,</div><div>Passing this along for your review of the agenda. Thank you.</div><div><div dir="ltr">Chris Walker<div>Vice president, Winchester Federation of the Blind of Virginia<br>540-303-0080<br>chrisvinson1@gmail.com</div><div>nfb.org</div><div>NFBV.org</div><div></div></div><div dir="ltr"><br>Begin forwarded message:<br><br></div><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr"><b>From:</b> "tracy.soforenko--- via NFBV-Announce" <nfbv-announce@nfbnet.org><br><b>Date:</b> September 26, 2024 at 6:45:24 PM EDT<br><b>To:</b> Sarah Patnaude via NFBV-Announce <nfbv-announce@nfbnet.org>, State Affiliate Leadership List <state-affiliate-leadership-list@nfbnet.org>, nfb-conventions@nfbnet.org<br><b>Subject:</b> <b>[NFBV-Announce] NFB of Virginia 2024 State Convention Agenda, Registration, and an invitation to join us in Portsmouth (October 31-November 3) - Agenda now available</b><br><b>Reply-To:</b> tracy.soforenko@gmail.com<br><br></div></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr"><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=iso-8859-1"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 15 (filtered medium)"><!--[if !mso]><style>v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);}
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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--><div class="WordSection1"><p class="MsoNormal">We truly hope you can join us for the 2024 National Federation of the Blind of Virginia state convention to be held in Portsmouth, Virginia from October 31 – November 3.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt">Discover a weekend of connection, learning, and fun for all ages and stages of life at the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia’s annual state convention! Whether you are a parent of a blind child, a high school or college student, a working professional, or a senior, this weekend has something exciting for you. Visit NFBV.org/Register to book now!<br><br>Why Attend? <br><br>Our action-packed weekend offers something for everyone, with opportunities to connect, learn, and have fun. Here are just a few highlights: <br><br>- Adaptive Sports & Wellness Activities: From blind tennis to chair aerobics, there is something to get everyone moving, no matter your age or skill level. <br>- Interactive Technology & Resource Fair: Explore hands-on demonstrations of the latest accessible tech, from AI tools enhancing workplace productivity to gadgets simplifying daily living, plus low-vision cell phones, audible health monitors, and more. <br>- Professional Development & Career Support: Get real-time feedback on your resume, participate in mock interviews, and gain insights from professionals across industries. Whether you are starting your career or looking for a new opportunity, we have you covered. <br>- Family-Friendly Fun: Kids can dive into accessible video games, create braille art, or swap books at our Braille Book Exchange while parents connect with each other and hear from experienced blind role models. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"> We have also negotiated affordable hotel and meal rates!<br><br><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Do not delay! To find all details including the agenda and other necessary information, go to <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://nfbv.org/convention"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">https://nfbv.org/convention</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">This will be a weekend you DO NOT want to miss.!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Please find the agenda attached and pasted after my signature for your convenience.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Tracy Soforenko<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">President, National Federation of the Blind of Virginia<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">202 285-4595<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><a href="mailto:Tracy.soforenko@gmail.com"><span style="color:#0563C1">Tracy.soforenko@gmail.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><a href="http://www.nfb.org"><span style="color:#0563C1">www.nfb.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><a href="http://www.nfbv.org"><span style="color:#0563C1">www.nfbv.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">National Federation of the Blind. Live the Life You Want<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p></div></div></blockquote></div></body></html>