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Mon Jan 10 20:03:54 UTC 2022

Please note the Critical Actions: this information was sent by the national
president
	Help Push for Answers Regarding At-home COVID-19 Tests
	The Biden administration announced that it will be distributing free
at-home COVID-19 tests to households in the United States. It is critical
that these tests be accessible nonvisually. Help push for answers by
engaging on Twitter. Twitter is a social media platform that provides a
public opportunity to demand that the Biden administration put accessible
systems in place for test distribution and work with us and test
manufacturers to make the tests accessible. Learn how you can help in this
recent email to members.
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/view?id=2530&reset=1> 

News:
	Important Scholarship Program Updates:
	As one of our longest-running and most important initiatives, the
National Federation of the Blind scholarship program helps blind students
reach their educational and employment goals and so much more. Building on
its strong foundation, we are now significantly enhancing the awards granted
and making the experience even more inclusive, engaging, and meaningful for
the finalists. Read the press release on the scholarship program
<https://nfb.org/about-us/press-room/national-federation-blind-enhances-larg
est-scholarship-program-blind-scholars> . Encourage students to apply. Share
the Braille Monitor article, National Federation of the Blind 2022
Scholarship Program
<https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm22/bm2201/bm220113.htm> . 

	Applications Open-NFB BELL Academy In-Home Edition:
	The National Federation of the Blind is offering one three-week
virtual program of the NFB BELL Academy In-Home Edition this summer to
prepare blind and low-vision children to grow into confident and independent
blind people by enhancing their education. Options are available for
beginner, intermediate, and advanced students July 18 through August 5,
2022. Space is limited. In-person options coming soon! Applications for NFB
BELL Academy In-Home Edition are now open
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/nfb-bell-academy> . 

	Call for Historians:
	Reminder that affiliate and national division presidents are asked
to submit their selection for a historian by February 1, 2022. The primary
purpose of this position is to serve as a point-person and ensure that
affiliate/division-produced meeting minutes, activities, reports,
publications, resolutions, etc. are submitted to the national headquarters
for best preservation and future research. The historian can be any member
from the affiliate/division, and no formal training or experience is
necessary. Submit historians and any questions to Nichole Chrissis,
archivist, at nchrissis at nfb.org <mailto:nchrissis at nfb.org>  or 410-659-9314,
extension 2310. 

	Upcoming Event-Digital Streaming Services: 
	Learn all about how you can enjoy music, movies, and live television
from practically any internet-connected device. Join the National Federation
of the Blind on January 25, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. eastern, to discuss what
these services offer, how accessible they are, and what to consider when
subscribing to a service. Take advantage of this free opportunity and
register for the accessibility boutique
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/center-excellence-nonvisual-access/traini
ngs/accessibility-boutiques/accessibility-boutique-registration>  today!

	January Presidential Release Available:
	The January Presidential Release is available on the NFB website
<https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/presidential-releases> . 

	January Braille Monitor Available:
	The latest issue of the National Federation of the Blind flagship
publication is now available. Read about the 2022 National Convention,
voting, the scholarship program's important updates, visual descriptions,
and many stories from members. Access the Braille Monitor now.
<https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm22/bm2201/bm2201tc.htm> 

	Read the Latest Blog Post:
	Danielle McCann shares her insights to the questions she receives
about being blind from people who are experiencing significant changes in
their vision or are relatives of newly blind people. Read our latest Voice
of the Nation's Blind Blog, It's OK Not to Be OK
<https://nfb.org/blog/its-ok-not-be-ok> .

	Where the Blind Work Webinars:
	As part of our Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) initiative,
the National Federation of the Blind presents another in a series of Where
the Blind Work webinars on Wednesday, January 26, at 8:00 p.m. eastern, via
Zoom. Hear from a panel of blind professionals in a variety of fields and
engage in Q&A. For information about how to register, please contact Maurice
Peret, coordinator of career mentoring and employment programs, at
410-659-9314, extension 2350, or mperet at nfb.org <mailto:mperet at nfb.org> 

	2022 Virtual Career Fair:
	Attention job seekers, employers, and rehabilitation professionals:
In conjunction with the National Federation of the Blind's Washington
Seminar, the 2022 Virtual Career Fair is to be held on February 7, from
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. eastern. 
	This is your opportunity to identify potential qualified candidates
or career opportunities, increase your professional network, and to learn
about important business and workforce trends. Preparatory webinars for job
seekers and employers will occur on Monday, January 17, and Monday, January
24, at 7:00 p.m. eastern. 
	Job seekers should include a current resume with their registration
to be shared with employers. For information about how to register, contact
Dick Davis at dickblind at gmail.com <mailto:dickblind at gmail.com>  or John
Dubay at jdubay at leadsatscale.com <mailto:jdubay at leadsatscale.com> . 

Dates to Keep in Mind:
(all times eastern)
*	February 1: Presidential Release, 8:00 p.m.
*	February 7: Great Gathering-In, 5:00 p.m.
*	February 7-10: Washington Seminar
<https://nfb.org/programs-services/advocacy/washington-seminar/> 
*	March 1: Presidential Release, 8:00 p.m.
*	March 31: Deadline to submit scholarship application
<https://nfb.org/scholarships> 
*	July 5-10: National Convention, New Orleans

Richard Payne,  President
National Federation of the Blind of Ohio
937/829/3368
Rchpay7 at gmail.com <mailto:Rchpay7 at gmail.com> 
The National Federation of the Blind knows 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. You can live the life you want;
blindness is not what holds you back.