[Ohio-Communities-of-Faith] Saturday National Convention Agenda

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Saturday, July 12, 2025 – Business General Session

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8:00–8:45 a.m. Devotions

Studio 10

8:15–8:45 a.m. Registration (30 dollars) and Packet Pickup

Salon A

8:15–8:45 a.m. Banquet Exchange

Acadia Ballroom Foyer

General Session III (9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.)

Grand Ballroom

Zoom meeting ID: nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92019487891
<https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92019487891> 

1CapApp Event: ECS.1capapp.com/event/nfb <https://ecs.1capapp.com/event/nfb>


Call to Order and Invocation 

President Riccobono gavels the session to order; religious member offers an
invocation. 

Financial Report

President Riccobono presents the annual financial report, including a
discussion of the current financial circumstances. 

Elections

Presentation of nominating committee report and elections for open board
positions for the National Federation of the Blind.

Collective Action through Financial Technology: Utilizing Disability Wisdom
to Build Meaningful Innovations

John Ciocca, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Purple; New York, New York

America's Library for the Blind: An Update on Continued Collaboration with
the Organized Blind Movement

Jason Broughton, Director, National Library Service for the Blind and Print
Disabled; Washington, District of Columbia

Jason Yasner, Deputy Director, National Library Service for the Blind and
Print Disabled; Washington, District of Columbia 

Reports and Resolutions

President Riccobono delivers important information and convention business
as time allows.  

12:00–1:45 p.m. Banquet Exchange

Acadia Ballroom Foyer

12:00–1:45 p.m. Independence Market

Napoleon Ballroom, Sheraton 

Final opportunity to visit the Independence Market.

12:15–1:45 p.m. Lyft’s New Service Animal Feature

Studio 2

Learn about Lyft’s new opt-in service animal feature that just launched
across all US markets. Join us as we walk through the feature, describe how
it works, and explain how to opt-in. We will also save time for a Q&A to
answer any remaining questions!

Brenna Rivett, Community Safety Policy Manager, Lyft

12:15–1:45 p.m. Committee on Federation Website Coordination

Studio 8

Our agenda includes introductions, updates on changes to Drupal, exploring
interest in upcoming trainings, discussion of CiviCRM forms, and questions
and answers.

Steve Cook, Chair

1:15–1:45 p.m. Registration (30 dollars) and Packet Pickup

Salon A

General Session IV (2:00–5:00 p.m.) 

Grand Ballroom

Zoom meeting ID: nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92019487891
<https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92019487891> 

1CapApp Event: ECS.1capapp.com/event/nfb <https://ecs.1capapp.com/event/nfb>


Call to Order 

President Riccobono gavels the session to order.

Building a Constellation of Opportunities: A Blind Astronomer Researching
the Cosmos with Multisensorial Perception

Wanda Díaz-Merced, Astronomer and Director of Science in Braille Global
Office of Excellence; Gurabo, Puerto Rico

Equal Protection Under the Law Demands Collective Action: The Blind and Our
Right to Live in the World

Eve Hill, General Counsel, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore,
Maryland

Power by the People: A Progress Report on Our Collective Advocacy
Achievements

John G. Paré Jr., Executive Director for Advocacy and Policy, National
Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland

Jesse Shirek, NFB Government Affairs Specialist, National Federation of the
Blind; Baltimore, Maryland

Sanho Steele-Louchart, Legal Program Coordinator, National Federation of the
Blind; Baltimore, Maryland

Justin Young, NFB Government Affairs Specialist, National Federation of the
Blind; Baltimore, Maryland 

Reports and Resolutions 

The Resolutions Committee shares its report and policy matters are
considered. 

5:00–7:00 p.m. Preserving and Telling Blind-Centered Stories

Acadia Ballroom Foyer

Touch and hear real history! Explore an exhibit showcasing some of the rich
stories held in the NFB's library and archives and learn about how we will
showcase those stories in the Museum of the Blind People's Movement. Visit
anytime between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. 

5:15–9:00 p.m. Inclusive Fitness with Sports and Recreation Division

Salon D

Accessible yoga, body weight training, inclusive movement exercise to keep
the body loose and healthy throughout convention. 

Richie Flores, President 

5:30–6:30 p.m. Best Practices for Accessible CLIs

Galerie 4

Test drive a prototype of the AWS CLI and help Amazon validate their
proposed best practices for CLI accessibility. The prototype focuses on CLI
output. Your feedback will help raise the bar on CLI accessibility. Bring
your assistive tech and tell us what you think!

6:00–7:00 p.m. DEI Book Club

Studio 3

This year’s book is Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner, available on
Bookshare and BARD. Come prepared to discuss the book and engage in
conversation with members of the DEI Committee about how their intersecting
identities impact their lived experience as blind people.

Stacie Leap and Dan Frye, Moderators

6:00–7:00 p.m. Creating Community for Blind Human Services Professionals

Studio 10

Join us as we discuss strategies for rebuilding and revitalizing the
Federation's Human Services Division. We'll assess challenges, brainstorm
new initiatives, and set a direction for the future. Those working or aspire
to be working in helping professions are urged to attend.

Sarah Patnaude, Coordinator

6:00–7:30 p.m. What's New at NLS?

Studio 7

Join the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled to learn
about the new online Patron Enrollment form, which will allow potential
patrons to apply for NLS via the web! During the session, you will be able
to test the new enrollment form and provide feedback.

6:30–8:00 p.m. Title II and Web Access: Advocate Early and Often

Studio 6

Join NFB’s legal team to discuss changes to the ADA regarding public web
accessibility, how those changes affect you, and the importance of
advocating now to ensure a smooth transition later.

Sanho Steele-Louchart, Esq., Legal Program Coordinator, National Federation
of the Blind

8:00–9:00 p.m. Friends of Recovery Meeting

Studio 5

All convention attendees interested in getting or remaining clean and sober
are welcome to our confidential meeting. For more information, call
318-548-7895.

8:00–11:00 p.m. Twenty-Third Annual Showcase of Talent

Galerie 1, 2, and 3

Join us for a night of great performances! Whether you take the stage or
support your friends from the audience, it's always an enjoyable evening of
entertainment. Performers 10 dollars; admission 5 dollar. Cash prizes
awarded. Email nfbpad at gmail.com <mailto:nfbpad at gmail.com>  with questions or
to sign up. 

Katelyn MacIntyre, President, National Federation of the Blind Performing
Arts Division

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