[Ohio-Talk] #BlindMonth: Upcoming Webinar, Video Request, and White Cane Awareness Day

[Maggie Stringer]

Passing this along.

BLIND EQUALITY ACHIEVEMENT MONTH CONTINUES

Remember history. Advance equality. Celebrate accomplishments. October is
Blind Equality Achievement Month. The National Federation of the Blind
knows the true capacity of blind people, and we confront the misconceptions
that create barriers to our dreams-including our career aspirations and
employment goals. Here are some things to expect and take advantage of
during the month.

WHERE THE BLIND WORK WEBINAR

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14 AT 8 P.M. EASTERN | Join us as we celebrate the work
and accomplishments of blind and low-vision people with a panel discussion.
Hear about what a typical day looks like, discover elements that prepare
for career success, learn about alternative techniques and strategies used
to do these jobs, as well as how to advocate for accommodations on the job.
Register for the webinar today [2].

SOCIAL MEDIA REQUEST: SHARE YOUR MEMORY MINUTE ON MENTORSHIP & EMPLOYMENT

We are asking for members to post on social media one-minute videos of
members talking about the value of mentorship and employment during Blind
Equality Achievement Month. Using the hashtag #BlindMonth, share the
positive impact that mentors within the Federation have had on your life
and how opportunities to earn equal wages and other aspects of employment
are valuable to you. Access tips for making a video [3].

WHITE CANE AWARENESS DAY

The National Federation of the Blind celebrates White Cane Awareness Day
[4] every year on October 15. For blind people, the white cane is an
essential tool that gives us the ability to achieve a full and independent
life. It allows us to move freely and safely from place to place--whether
it's at work, at school, or around our neighborhoods. Share on social media
the importance of the white cane to you or tell more people about the Free
White Cane Program [5]. Use the hashtag #BlindMonth.

ABOUT BLIND EQUALITY ACHIEVEMENT MONTH

Formerly known as Meet the Blind Month, the National Federation of the
Blind celebrates the organized blind movement during October. Throughout
the month, our members conduct a variety of outreach activities in their
local communities. Learn more at
https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23272&qid=6131935 [6].

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