[Ohio-Communities-of-Faith] Act of Service

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Ohio, Members and Friends,

 

As we honor Dr. Luthur King today, we are reminded of his profound belief of
service and justice for all. He said that "everyone can be great because
everyone can serve." 

 

It is important to reflect on how service can be a powerful agent of change.
Thus, organizing and Engaging in community projects not only honors his
legacy, but fosters unity and understanding in our community.

 

Therefore, I urge us all to rededicate ourselves to service in 2025. Service
is essential because it fosters a sense of belonging and community. It also
helps build trust and respect, promotes empathy, personal growth, and one's
satisfaction. So, as we gather to celebrate the incredible life and service
of Dr. King, who was, and still is a beacon of hope, let's strive for
improving, upholding higher standards and exceeding expectations of the
blind in and outside of the Ohio affiliate.

 

The National Federation Of The Blind has become an effective force of the
United States of America. It is imparted to our dedication to diversity,
equity, inclusion, and belonging, which is essential to our core values.
This is why the NFB must Offer support, training and humanity to everyone in
this organization and beyond. Service is not just using your hands, it
requires you to love, honor, and respect others. Love is key, because it is
not an emotion; it is an action! Therefore, let's "do something", as
Michelle Obama says. Let's feed those who are less fortunate, Let's listen
to others who are broken, let's give others opportunity and let's care for
one another!

 

Moreover, justice, freedom and equality are just as essential in the work
that we do in this organization. We can not only show this on the outside in
the community, but we also have to believe it and act upon it within the
walls of this Federation. Everyone should feel belonged, have a safe space,
and the ability to move forward to their fullest potential. I implore you to
come out of the corners and do something, stand tall and do something, use
your talents and do something!

 

Let's shape the Ohio affiliate to be one of the best in the country,
providing programs and services for all. This work cannot be done with only
a few, we need everyone to commit, dedicate and serve! The diversity, equity
and inclusion committee of the Ohio affiliate will do its best to urge
fairness, promote understanding and provide educational content on how to
share the knowledge, the work and the mission.

 

We are all in this together!

 

On behalf of the Ohio Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and "Belonging" Committee
we ask all to celebrate service on this day!

 

Suzanne M. Hartfield Turner

National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Vice President

Ohio Legislative Director

Cleveland Chapter, President

 

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and
all blind people in the United States. We know that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the
expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination,
and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.

 

P: (216) 990-6199

W: NFBOhio.ORG

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