[Ohio-talk] Convention Agenda

Mon Aug 19 20:43:34 UTC 2013

Guys the convention is for all.
 We will consider this and I think that we must think out of the box. The leadership is listening and we will work out the best thing for all. No one way are one person has the control of the affiliate. I think if we want to have items on the agenda Erick and the rest of the leadership has been very open. I am  aware that in the past things have been done certain ways but remember that the convention is to educate and involve you with all efforts. This is our organization  and we all play a part in making this convention the best. I certainly would not want any one on this list are even those who are not to have no input.
There may be issues that are not things that I would consider. But that does  not mean that we should not look at them.  This which you have brought up Shirl is something very similar to other things we have done before. There is a conference call tomorrow night. I would encourage people to get in touch with the chapter presidents and other leaders to voice your wishes for the convention. Yes the president has the task of putting the agenda together but he has made it clear that he needs input. Keep up the talk see you in Dayton. Richard

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From: Ohio-talk [mailto:ohio-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Cheryl Fields
Sent: Monday, August 19, 2013 4:22 PM
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Subject: Re: [Ohio-talk] Convention Agenda

Colleen, this just may not be my day for Ohio-Talk. What you are saying is true to a point. It is so important to have a good safety plan, what works for sighted people may not be workable for us. If a woman and her children are in a active situation and want to walk away or need to leave right away, should they try to schedule a ride on para transit? If you have never been in an active dv situation and blind, it is difficult to think that the agencies, hospitals, counselors,, law enforcement, family and friends know how to assist us with what may be a unique set of problems. But with our input they can be educated, this will only happen when we, blind women care enough about other blind women that are in this situation and are too afraid to get out.
Violence against women is running rampant in this country, if a little self defense could help it we would not have the problem. It is a lotdeeper than taking a defense class, or walking away. The most dangerous time for a women is when chooses to leave, this is when most women are murdered.
I would like for others to chime in on this subject, I think it is an important one to have within the blind community.
Cheryl

On 8/19/13, COLLEEN ROTH <n8tnv at att.net> wrote:
> Hello Everyone,
> Thank Goodness the President sets the agenda.
> I think that Barbara Pierce gave a very good explanation of the role 
> of the President and the Board of Directors.
> I have a comment about Cheryl's suggestion for the Agenda.
> I understand that Demestic Violation is a problem for many people. I 
> also understand that it is a more signifians problem for those with 
> disabilities.
> I do not think that this problem is something we need to spend time on 
> at the Convention. My reason for this opinion is that there are many 
> organizations who offer workshops and Support for those experiencing 
> Domestic Violence.
> These groups can certainly meet the needs of blind people.
> I do not believe that there is a need for blindness specific groups.
> We have had workshops covering selfe-defense at our Convention.
> Those of us who have worked with people experiencing Domestic Violence 
> or other kinds of manipulation or scams which occur at a higher rate 
> for the elderly and disabled know that there are many facets to consider.
> There are more resources out there now for those needing Assistance.
> Since we are all part of the Federation Family I think Chapter 
> Leadership should be willing to step up to the plate and help those 
> who are victims of abuse or neglect if they cannot stand up for themselves.
> Utimately the person needs to be willing to accept the help offered.
> Last year's Convention Agenda did not allow time for some Chapters and 
> Divisions to meet.
> Colleen Roth, President
> At Large Chapter;
>
>
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