[NYAGDU] National Association of Guide Dog Users meeting announcements

[Alice Crespo]

Dear friends,
My name is Alice Crespo I am totally blind and not good with computers. Is
the an accommodation to attend the zoom
meeting by telephone? Can you please send the telephone information. Thank
you,

 Alice Crespo.


On Wed, Jul 8, 2020 at 10:09 PM Raul A. Gallegos (NFB) via NYAGDU <
nyagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Hello all, please share this wherever appropriate, especially other
> guide dog user email lists.
>
> The National Association of Guide Dog Users would like to invite you to
> attend both its annual seminar and annual business meetings next week at
> this year's virtual NFB convention. Because everyone will be busy
> getting ready for convention, we will not be hosting the Yappy hour on
> Saturday, July 11. If you are subscribed to the NAGDU public calendar of
> events, you will already have the meeting dates and times on your
> device. Please note that all times listed in this email are in Eastern.
>
> We welcome all guide dog users and interested people to attend the
> seminar and the business meeting. Registration is encouraged and can be
> done from this link: https://bit.ly/2Ytkcj7
>
> Following is the agenda for both the seminar and annual business
> meeting. Please reach out to board at nagdu.org if you have any questions
> or need assistance with registration.
>
>
> The National Association of Guide Dog Users
> 2020 Annual Seminar
> Tuesday, July 14, 2020, 2:00 — 5:00 p.m.
>
> Zoom ID: 649 765 6712
> Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/6497656712
> Registration: https://bit.ly/2Ytkcj7
>
> A special thanks to our Sponsors
> Guide Dog Foundation
> On the Go by Julie Johnson
> Texas Association of Guide Dog Users
>
> The National Association of Guide Dog Users, a strong & proud division
> of the National Federation of the Blind, is excited to offer the most
> dynamic, informative events in the nation for guide dog users through
> live streams on Zoom at our virtual national convention. Participants
> are encouraged to register. Not only is it free, but registered
> participants will be eligible for door prizes!
>
> Welcome and opening remarks – Paul Sandoval
> Celebrating the work of John Byfield – Marion Gwizdala
> Maintaining a Healthy Guide Dog Team – Staff of The Guide Dog Foundation
> The staff of the guide Dog Foundation will share resources they have
> created to help stimulate your dog’s and your physical and mental health
> during social isolation and beyond!
> Advocacy and Access: Trends We Are Watching – Marion Gwizdala
> Advocacy is an ongoing effort, and everyone has a part to play!
> Harnessing Up – Updates from Our Guide Dog Training Programs
> If you are interested in getting a guide dog, want to find out how they
> really work, get to know what is involved in the application and
> training process, and learn about the guide Dog User Lifestyle, this
> session is for you! Guide dog training programs will share information
> about their programs and guide dog users will help you understand what
> is required when you come home.
> Closing Remarks – Paul Sandoval
>
>
>
> The National Association of Guide Dog Users
> 2020 Annual Business Meeting
> Thursday, July 16, 2020, 3:00 — 5:00 p.m.
>
> Zoom ID: 954 8027 0458
> Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/95480270458
> Registration: https://bit.ly/2Ytkcj7
> Pay annual dues via PayPal: https://paypal.me/nagdu/5
>
> The National Association of Guide Dog Users, a strong & proud division
> of the National Federation of the Blind, will hold its annual business
> meeting through live streams on Zoom at our virtual national convention.
> Come and join us for the most exciting and important meeting of guide
> dog users in the United States. Participants are encouraged to register.
> Not only is it free, but registered participants will be eligible for
> door prizes!
> A special note about membership: You must be a member of the National
> Association of Guide Dog Users or one of its state affiliate divisions
> to speak on the floor, make and vote on motions, vote, and hold office.
> Members of NAGDU affiliate divisions are members of NAGDU. Membership
> dues will be accepted until July 14 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. Want a quick
> and easy way to pay dues? Visit https://paypal.me/nagdu/5
>
> Here are some of the highlights you will experience:
> •       Elect our 2020 – 2022 leadership
> •       The Uber & Lyft Settlements: How did they do? Timothy Elder, Lead
> Counsel, Albert Elia, TRE Legal Services
> •       Where Are We going: How Will We Get there? There are very
> disturbing
> trends negatively impacting guide dog users. Do not be taken by
> surprise. Get involved and make us strong!
> •       Energizing reports from our affiliate divisions
> As you can see, the National Association of Guide Dog Users events are
> full of substance – the place to be if you are an active guide dog user
> and advocate. Plan to join us and enhance your knowledge and
> understanding. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get
> in touch with us by email to: info at NAGDU.ORG
> We will see you on Zoom!
>
>
> --
> Raul A. Gallegos
> Vice President: National Association of Guide Dog Users
> Vice President: National Federation of the Blind Houston Chapter
> (832) 554-7285  |  rgallegos at nagdu.org
>
> "Blindness is a characteristic, not a handicap." -- Dr. Kenneth Jernigan
>
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