[Ohio-Talk] If you would like to support New Mexico
Suzanne Turner
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Thu Aug 27 12:04:54 UTC 2020
Ohio,
If you would like to support Mew Mexico and attend their Convention.
The agenda is pasted below
Suzanne
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State Convention Agenda
August 28-29, 2020
A Virtual Convention
Held via Zoom
Adelmo Vigil, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico (NFBNM)
575-921-5422
NFBNewMexicoPresident at gmail.com <mailto:NFBNewMexicoPresident at gmail.com>
DOOR PRIZES:
Door prizes will be drawn during general convention sessions and during the banquet. To win, you must be registered for the convention, and you must be present when your name is called.
Code of Conduct
We welcome all attendees to our convention and embrace diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect. Although we are meeting via Zoom these items are still relevant. To that end, please keep the following expectations in mind when you join us:
The National Federation of the Blind provides support to members and advocates for our rights to live the lives we want through advocacy, public awareness, and mentoring. As a member or guest at our convention, you not only represent yourself but also our organization. We want you to enjoy your time with us, make new friends and renew old acquaintances. Although we encourage members to socialize and have fun, the convention also provides an important opportunity to come together to continue the work of our organization, to learn about the important initiatives that we are involved with on a local and national level, and to plan our work for the future.
Please remember these guidelines:
1. Welcome new attendees: Although you will undoubtedly enjoy time with your friends, please reach out to those who have never joined us before and help them to be comfortable. We welcome people from all walks of life and with diverse needs and experiences.
2. Attend and participate in sessions.
3. Sexual harassment will not be tolerated under any circumstances. If your behavior could possibly make anyone uncomfortable, even if you would not be upset by it yourself, do not do or say anything that could be considered inappropriate by anyone.
Zoom Meeting Etiquette:
Stay on mute if you are not speaking to the group.
Raise your hand if you wish to talk, wait for an indication from host before beginning.
If on video, please do not eat or move about in any way that could be a distraction to others watching.
Stay focused and enjoy.
Monday, August 24, 2020
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Board of Directors Meeting, Adelmo Vigil, President, NFBNM Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/96143220955> https://zoom.us/j/96143220955 One-tap mobile link here: 14086380968,,96143220955# Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 961 4322 0955#
Friday, August 28, 2020
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Resolutions
Urja Lansing, Chairperson, Resolutions Committee, NFBNM Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/96191809500> https://zoom.us/j/96191809500 One-tap mobile link here: +12532158782,,96191809500# Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 961 9180 9500#
10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Giving the Gift: A Discussion about forming an interest group relating to arts and entertainment Joaquin Luna, Member, West Mesa Chapter and Larry Lorenzo, Member, White Sands Chapter Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/7017812526> https://zoom.us/j/7017812526 One-tap mobile link here: +14086380968,,7017812526# US Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 701 781 2526#
General Session Part 1
Zoom Options
Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/91520900241> https://zoom.us/j/91520900241 One-tap mobile link here: +16699006833,,91520900241# Calling in or smart speaker: dial 669 900 6833. Enter the meeting ID: 915 2090 0241#
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM
Call to Order
Adelmo Vigil, President, NFBNM
Door Prize
Invocation
Ernest Esquibel, 1st Vice President, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
Pledge of Allegiance
Valeria Ceballos, 5th Grade Student at Zia Elementary School (Recited in English and in Spanish)
National Anthem
Diana Marquez, Member, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
NFB Pledge
Carlos Sanchez, Founder, Legally Blind Artistry
The National Federation of the Blind Pledge I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.
Announcements and Convention Arrangements
1:20 PM - 1:25 PM
Greetings from the City of Albuquerque
Mayor Tim Keller, Office of the Mayor
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
No-Nonsense Tips from America’s Only Blind Comic and Game Shop Owner, Richard Early, Paradox Comics-N-Cards, and Board Member, National Federation of the Blind of North Dakota
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Pre-Authorized Contribution (PAC) Plan
Tara Chavez, Chairperson, PAC Plan Committee, NFBNM
2:15 PM - 2:40 PM
President's Report
Adelmo Vigil, President, NFBNM
Door Prize
2:40 PM - 3:25 PM
Report from our National Office
James Gashel, National Representative, Secretary, National Federation of the Blind
3:25 PM - 3:55 PM
My Blindness, Myself
Lucy Mallahan, President, New Mexico Parents of Blind Children (NMPOBC), NFBNM This member of our Federation family will tell her story of blindness and how the Federation has helped her live the life she wants.
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM
Questions and Announcements
Door Prize
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Town Forum: Services and Priorities of the New Mexico Commission for the Blind Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/92481676939> https://zoom.us/j/92481676939 One-tap mobile link here: +14086380968,,92481676939# Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 924 8167 6939#
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Nominating Committee
Caroline Benavidez, Chairperson, Nominating Committee This is a closed meeting open only to chapter and division presidents.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Social Gathering
Jedi Moerke, President, White Sands Chapter, NFBNM Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85380365233> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85380365233
One-tap mobile link here: +16699009128,,85380365233# Calling in: dial 669 900 9128. Enter the meeting ID: 853 8036 5233#
Saturday, August 29, 2020
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Discussion about Forming an Interest Group for Rehabilitation Professionals Jedi Moerke, President, White Sands Chapter, NFBNM Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/94856873462> https://zoom.us/j/94856873462 One-tap mobile link here: +14086380968,,94856873462# Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 948 5687 3462#
10:30 AM - Noon
Growing Diversity In Our Organization
Daphne Mitchell, Member, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
Zoom Options
Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/7017812526> https://zoom.us/j/7017812526
One-tap mobile link here: +14086380968,,7017812526#
Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 701 781 2526#
Noon - 1:30 PM
State Convention Banquet
Zoom Options
Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/98631441492> https://zoom.us/j/98631441492
One-tap mobile link here: +12532158782,,98631441492#
Calling in or smart speaker: dial 669 900 6833. Enter the meeting ID: 986 3144 1492#
Mistress of Ceremonies, Daphne Mitchell, Member, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
Door Prize
Invocation
Brianne Kotschwar, Board Member, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
Keynote Speaker
James Gashel, National Representative, Secretary, National Federation of the Blind
General Session Part 2
Zoom Options
Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/98631441492> https://zoom.us/j/98631441492
One-tap mobile link here: +12532158782,,98631441492#
Calling in or smart speaker: dial 669 900 6833. Enter the meeting ID: 986 3144 1492#
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Status Report on the New Mexico Commission for the Blind
Greg Trapp, Executive Director, New Mexico Commission for the Blind
Door Prize
2:05 PM - 2:20 PM
Road to Finding Work in the Arts
Sherry E. Shirek, Secretary, National Federation of the Blind of North Dakota
2:20 PM - 2:40 PM
Status Report on the New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (NMSBVI)
Patricia Beecher, Superintendent, NMSBVI
2:40 PM - 3:00 PM
Report on the Washington Seminar
Adelmo Vigil, President, NFBNM
Kaden Calahan, President, Student Division, NFBNM
Tara Chavez, President, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
3:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Business Meeting
Resolutions
Urja Lansing, Chairperson, Resolutions Committee, NFBNM
Minutes of 2019 State Convention
Tonia Trapp, Secretary, NFBNM
Treasurer's Report
Curtis Chong, Treasurer, NFBNM
Elections
Caroline Benavidez, Chairperson, Nominating Committee, NFBNM
5:45 PM - 6:00 PM
Door Prize
Final Announcements, Closing Remarks, and Adjourn
CHAPTERS AND DIVISIONS
CHAPTERS
Albuquerque Chapter (Albuquerque)
President, Tara Chavez 505-328-3349
Nfb.AbqChapter at gmail.com <mailto:Nfb.AbqChapter at gmail.com>
Mesilla Valley (Las Cruces)
President, Raquel Ortega 505-900-4883
NFBNMMesillaValleyPresident at gmail.com <mailto:NFBNMMesillaValleyPresident at gmail.com>
San Juan (Farmington)
President, Nathalie Martin 801-574-1268
NFBSanJuanPresident at gmail.com <mailto:NFBSanJuanPresident at gmail.com>
West Mesa (Albuquerque)
President, German Benitez 505-702-5044
NFBNM.WestMesaChapter at gmail.com <mailto:NFBNM.WestMesaChapter at gmail.com>
White Sands (Alamogordo)
President, Jedi Moerke 575-446-9984
NFBNM.WhiteSandsChapter at gmail.com <mailto:NFBNM.WhiteSandsChapter at gmail.com>
DIVISIONS
New Mexico Association of Blind Students (NMABS)
President, Kaden Calahan 505-290-4100
president.nmabs at gmail.com <mailto:president.nmabs at gmail.com>
New Mexico Parents of Blind Children (NMPOBC)
President, Lucy Mallahan 615-971-0999
nfbnm.pobc at gmail.com <mailto:nfbnm.pobc at gmail.com>
Senior Action Group Energy (SAGE)
President, Veronica Smith 505-269-1034
nfbnm.sage at gmail.com <mailto:nfbnm.sage at gmail.com>
NFBNM BOARD MEMBERS
President
Adelmo Vigil, Alamogordo term expires 2020
First Vice President
Caroline Benavidez, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Second Vice President
Tara Chavez, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Secretary
Tonia Trapp, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Treasurer
Curtis Chong, Aurora, CO term expires 2020
Board Member
Martin Gallegos, Santa Fe term expires 2020
Board Member
Ernie Esquibel, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Board Member
ShaRon Dandy, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Board Member
Nathalie Martin, Farmington term expires 2021
Board Member
Urja Lansing, Albuquerque term expires 2021
Board Member
Peggy Hayes, Alamogordo term expires 2021
Our Hope
We hope that by attending our convention your expectations of yourself are raised,
so that blindness is no longer the characteristic that defines you or your future, and that low expectations no longer stand between you and your dreams. We want you
to become empowered to live the life you want.
THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS AND FRIENDS
We wish to thank James Gashel, Secretary, National Federation of the Blind
for serving as our national representative. The national perspective you brought to us is so important to our achievement of equality, security, and opportunity.
Cheers to everyone who appeared on the agenda, and to all who chaired
and/or served on committees.
We would like to thank the following individuals and organizations for their generosity in providing financial support for the work that we do:
Rob and Kelly Ortman at Silver Street Market
Shauna Shannon with New Mexico Bank & Trust
Ann Rhoades with People Ink
Steve Cook
District 2 State Board Member of the National Federation of the Blind of SC
1st Vice President of the Computer Science & Technology Division of the National Federation of the Blind of SC
Board member at large of the Columbia chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of SC
The National Federation of the Blind of SC owns and operates Rocky Bottom Retreat & Conference Center. Below is a link to read more about Rocky Bottom and to make a reservation for a mountain retreat!
Rocky Bottom Retreat & Conference Center
Please join the National Federation of the Blind of SC on Face Book at any of the below links!
National Federation of the Blind of SC on Face Book
Computer Science & Technology Division of the National Federation of the Blind of SC
Rocky Bottom Retreat & Conference Center
South Carolina Association of Blind Students
South Carolina Parents of Blind Children
Your old car keys can be keys to literacy for the blind.
Donate your unwanted vehicle to us by clicking
www.carshelpingtheblind.org
or call 855 659 9314
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State Convention Agenda
August 28-29, 2020
A Virtual Convention
Held via Zoom
Adelmo Vigil, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico (NFBNM)
575-921-5422
NFBNewMexicoPresident at gmail.com <mailto:NFBNewMexicoPresident at gmail.com>
DOOR PRIZES:
Door prizes will be drawn during general convention sessions and during the banquet. To win, you must be registered for the convention, and you must be present when your name is called.
Code of Conduct
We welcome all attendees to our convention and embrace diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect. Although we are meeting via Zoom these items are still relevant. To that end, please keep the following expectations in mind when you join us:
The National Federation of the Blind provides support to members and advocates for our rights to live the lives we want through advocacy, public awareness, and mentoring. As a member or guest at our convention, you not only represent yourself but also our organization. We want you to enjoy your time with us, make new friends and renew old acquaintances. Although we encourage members to socialize and have fun, the convention also provides an important opportunity to come together to continue the work of our organization, to learn about the important initiatives that we are involved with on a local and national level, and to plan our work for the future.
Please remember these guidelines:
1. Welcome new attendees: Although you will undoubtedly enjoy time with your friends, please reach out to those who have never joined us before and help them to be comfortable. We welcome people from all walks of life and with diverse needs and experiences.
2. Attend and participate in sessions.
3. Sexual harassment will not be tolerated under any circumstances. If your behavior could possibly make anyone uncomfortable, even if you would not be upset by it yourself, do not do or say anything that could be considered inappropriate by anyone.
Zoom Meeting Etiquette:
Stay on mute if you are not speaking to the group.
Raise your hand if you wish to talk, wait for an indication from host before beginning.
If on video, please do not eat or move about in any way that could be a distraction to others watching.
Stay focused and enjoy.
Monday, August 24, 2020
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Board of Directors Meeting, Adelmo Vigil, President, NFBNM Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/96143220955> https://zoom.us/j/96143220955 One-tap mobile link here: 14086380968,,96143220955# Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 961 4322 0955#
Friday, August 28, 2020
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Resolutions
Urja Lansing, Chairperson, Resolutions Committee, NFBNM Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/96191809500> https://zoom.us/j/96191809500 One-tap mobile link here: +12532158782,,96191809500# Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 961 9180 9500#
10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Giving the Gift: A Discussion about forming an interest group relating to arts and entertainment Joaquin Luna, Member, West Mesa Chapter and Larry Lorenzo, Member, White Sands Chapter Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/7017812526> https://zoom.us/j/7017812526 One-tap mobile link here: +14086380968,,7017812526# US Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 701 781 2526#
General Session Part 1
Zoom Options
Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/91520900241> https://zoom.us/j/91520900241 One-tap mobile link here: +16699006833,,91520900241# Calling in or smart speaker: dial 669 900 6833. Enter the meeting ID: 915 2090 0241#
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM
Call to Order
Adelmo Vigil, President, NFBNM
Door Prize
Invocation
Ernest Esquibel, 1st Vice President, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
Pledge of Allegiance
Valeria Ceballos, 5th Grade Student at Zia Elementary School (Recited in English and in Spanish)
National Anthem
Diana Marquez, Member, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
NFB Pledge
Carlos Sanchez, Founder, Legally Blind Artistry
The National Federation of the Blind Pledge I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.
Announcements and Convention Arrangements
1:20 PM - 1:25 PM
Greetings from the City of Albuquerque
Mayor Tim Keller, Office of the Mayor
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
No-Nonsense Tips from America’s Only Blind Comic and Game Shop Owner, Richard Early, Paradox Comics-N-Cards, and Board Member, National Federation of the Blind of North Dakota
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Pre-Authorized Contribution (PAC) Plan
Tara Chavez, Chairperson, PAC Plan Committee, NFBNM
2:15 PM - 2:40 PM
President's Report
Adelmo Vigil, President, NFBNM
Door Prize
2:40 PM - 3:25 PM
Report from our National Office
James Gashel, National Representative, Secretary, National Federation of the Blind
3:25 PM - 3:55 PM
My Blindness, Myself
Lucy Mallahan, President, New Mexico Parents of Blind Children (NMPOBC), NFBNM This member of our Federation family will tell her story of blindness and how the Federation has helped her live the life she wants.
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM
Questions and Announcements
Door Prize
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Town Forum: Services and Priorities of the New Mexico Commission for the Blind Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/92481676939> https://zoom.us/j/92481676939 One-tap mobile link here: +14086380968,,92481676939# Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 924 8167 6939#
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Nominating Committee
Caroline Benavidez, Chairperson, Nominating Committee This is a closed meeting open only to chapter and division presidents.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Social Gathering
Jedi Moerke, President, White Sands Chapter, NFBNM Zoom Options Direct Link: <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85380365233> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85380365233
One-tap mobile link here: +16699009128,,85380365233# Calling in: dial 669 900 9128. Enter the meeting ID: 853 8036 5233#
Saturday, August 29, 2020
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Discussion about Forming an Interest Group for Rehabilitation Professionals
Jedi Moerke, President, White Sands Chapter, NFBNM
Zoom Options
Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/94856873462> https://zoom.us/j/94856873462
One-tap mobile link here: +14086380968,,94856873462#
Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 948 5687 3462#
10:30 AM - Noon
Growing Diversity In Our Organization
Daphne Mitchell, Member, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
Zoom Options
Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/7017812526> https://zoom.us/j/7017812526
One-tap mobile link here: +14086380968,,7017812526#
Calling in or smart speaker: dial 408 638 0968. Enter the meeting ID: 701 781 2526#
Noon - 1:30 PM
State Convention Banquet
Zoom Options
Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/98631441492> https://zoom.us/j/98631441492
One-tap mobile link here: +12532158782,,98631441492#
Calling in or smart speaker: dial 669 900 6833. Enter the meeting ID: 986 3144 1492#
Mistress of Ceremonies, Daphne Mitchell, Member, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
Door Prize
Invocation
Brianne Kotschwar, Board Member, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
Keynote Speaker
James Gashel, National Representative, Secretary, National Federation of the Blind
General Session Part 2
Zoom Options
Direct Link: <https://zoom.us/j/98631441492> https://zoom.us/j/98631441492
One-tap mobile link here: +12532158782,,98631441492#
Calling in or smart speaker: dial 669 900 6833. Enter the meeting ID: 986 3144 1492#
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Status Report on the New Mexico Commission for the Blind
Greg Trapp, Executive Director, New Mexico Commission for the Blind
Door Prize
2:05 PM - 2:20 PM
Road to Finding Work in the Arts
Sherry E. Shirek, Secretary, National Federation of the Blind of North Dakota
2:20 PM - 2:40 PM
Status Report on the New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (NMSBVI)
Patricia Beecher, Superintendent, NMSBVI
2:40 PM - 3:00 PM
Report on the Washington Seminar
Adelmo Vigil, President, NFBNM
Kaden Calahan, President, Student Division, NFBNM
Tara Chavez, President, Albuquerque Chapter, NFBNM
3:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Business Meeting
Resolutions
Urja Lansing, Chairperson, Resolutions Committee, NFBNM
Minutes of 2019 State Convention
Tonia Trapp, Secretary, NFBNM
Treasurer's Report
Curtis Chong, Treasurer, NFBNM
Elections
Caroline Benavidez, Chairperson, Nominating Committee, NFBNM
5:45 PM - 6:00 PM
Door Prize
Final Announcements, Closing Remarks, and Adjourn
CHAPTERS AND DIVISIONS
CHAPTERS
Albuquerque Chapter (Albuquerque)
President, Tara Chavez 505-328-3349
Nfb.AbqChapter at gmail.com <mailto:Nfb.AbqChapter at gmail.com>
Mesilla Valley (Las Cruces)
President, Raquel Ortega 505-900-4883
NFBNMMesillaValleyPresident at gmail.com <mailto:NFBNMMesillaValleyPresident at gmail.com>
San Juan (Farmington)
President, Nathalie Martin 801-574-1268
NFBSanJuanPresident at gmail.com <mailto:NFBSanJuanPresident at gmail.com>
West Mesa (Albuquerque)
President, German Benitez 505-702-5044
NFBNM.WestMesaChapter at gmail.com <mailto:NFBNM.WestMesaChapter at gmail.com>
White Sands (Alamogordo)
President, Jedi Moerke 575-446-9984
NFBNM.WhiteSandsChapter at gmail.com <mailto:NFBNM.WhiteSandsChapter at gmail.com>
DIVISIONS
New Mexico Association of Blind Students (NMABS)
President, Kaden Calahan 505-290-4100
president.nmabs at gmail.com <mailto:president.nmabs at gmail.com>
New Mexico Parents of Blind Children (NMPOBC)
President, Lucy Mallahan 615-971-0999
nfbnm.pobc at gmail.com <mailto:nfbnm.pobc at gmail.com>
Senior Action Group Energy (SAGE)
President, Veronica Smith 505-269-1034
nfbnm.sage at gmail.com <mailto:nfbnm.sage at gmail.com>
NFBNM BOARD MEMBERS
President
Adelmo Vigil, Alamogordo term expires 2020
First Vice President
Caroline Benavidez, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Second Vice President
Tara Chavez, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Secretary
Tonia Trapp, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Treasurer
Curtis Chong, Aurora, CO term expires 2020
Board Member
Martin Gallegos, Santa Fe term expires 2020
Board Member
Ernie Esquibel, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Board Member
ShaRon Dandy, Albuquerque term expires 2020
Board Member
Nathalie Martin, Farmington term expires 2021
Board Member
Urja Lansing, Albuquerque term expires 2021
Board Member
Peggy Hayes, Alamogordo term expires 2021
Our Hope
We hope that by attending our convention your expectations of yourself are raised,
so that blindness is no longer the characteristic that defines you or your future, and that low expectations no longer stand between you and your dreams. We want you
to become empowered to live the life you want.
THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS AND FRIENDS
We wish to thank James Gashel, Secretary, National Federation of the Blind
for serving as our national representative. The national perspective you brought to us is so important to our achievement of equality, security, and opportunity.
Cheers to everyone who appeared on the agenda, and to all who chaired
and/or served on committees.
We would like to thank the following individuals and organizations for their generosity in providing financial support for the work that we do:
Rob and Kelly Ortman at Silver Street Market
Shauna Shannon with New Mexico Bank & Trust
Ann Rhoades with People Ink
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