[Ohio-Talk] National Convention Agenda for Friday, July 5th

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Friday, July 5, 2024


 
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9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Registration (30 dollars), Packet Pickup, and Banquet
Ticket Sales (80 dollars)


Registration Desk 1


9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall and Independence Market


WA1, Convention Center


9:00 - 11:30 a.m. NFB Board Meeting


Grand Ballroom
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11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Banquet Exchange


Grand Ballroom C Prefunction Foyer


12:15 - 4:00 p.m. National Organization of Parents of Blind Children (NOPBC)
Annual Meeting


Salon 1
Hear from the Distinguished Educator of Blind Children and our technology
exhibitors; learn about cutting-edge products and opportunities for our
kids. Experience Parent Power; participate in our business meeting,
elections, and much more!

Cassandra McKinney, President


12:15 - 4:00 p.m. NOPBC Youth Track


Salon 17
For youth 11-18. Refer to the Youth Track agenda for activity details.


12:30 - 5:00 p.m. NFB in Computer Science


Salon 3
Enhancing nonvisual access to information technology and improving the
ability of blind information and computer technology professionals to
compete in today's world.

Brian Buhrow, President


1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Writers Division Business Meeting and Author Round Up


Salon 6
Join us and meet fellow self-published and mainstream published authors who
can help you to improve your own skills. Come prepared to be creative. The
cost for attendance is 10 dollars. We will see you there and may have some
surprises in store.

Shelley Alongi, President


1:00 - 4:00 p.m. National Association of Blind Merchants


Grand Ballroom D
Innovation 24: Innovation-the driving force behind progress, creativity,
inspiration, problem solving and the exploration of new ideas. Innovation
requires courage and a commitment to excellence. Join the
merchants/entrepreneurs to discuss building relationships and partnerships
and developing opportunities in the Randolph-Sheppard Program program and
small business.

Nicky Gacos, President


1:00 - 4:00 p.m. National Association of Blind Rehabilitation Professionals


Salon 12
Join your peers in blind rehabilitation as we share ideas, resources, and
gather tools for this year's rehab toolbox. Together we will energize each
other as we raise expectations for skills, positive blindness philosophy,
and of course confidence, independence, and jobs.

Amy Porterfield, President


1:00 - 4:00 p.m. National Organization of Blind Educators


Salon 13
Educators who are blind teach sighted and blind students from infants to
adults working toward post-graduate degrees. If you are blind and an
educator, or are considering a career in teaching, come join us to share
strategies, tips, and tools of the trade. 

Cayte Mendez, President


1:00 - 5:00 p.m. DeafBlind Division and Business Meeting


Salon 15
Come join us for exciting updates and news about I Can Connect, Braille
displays, Cochlear implants, and more. Make sure your dues are paid before
the meeting to be able to vote in the elections for board members. If
necessary, you may pay dues before the meeting.

Maurice Mines, President


1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Diabetes Action Network Meeting


Salon 10
Come learn about blind diabetics who are self-sufficient, manage their
disease, and work for the development of technology equivalent to that
available to other diabetics. Join with those who have overcome being scared
and who have embraced the challenge of this disease.

Debbie Wunder, President


1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Performing Arts Division and Audition Workshop


Salon 2
Join us for our annual business meeting followed by an interactive workshop
(5 dollar entry) all about auditioning with confidence. Time for networking
included. Renew your membership by July 1 to ensure you can participate in
all business at the meeting by visiting  <https://www.nfb-pad.org/>
www.nfb-pad.org.

Katelyn MacIntyre, President


1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Seniors Division Meeting


Salon 4
1:00 p.m. Registration 
1:30 p.m. Annual meeting of the National Federation of the Blind Seniors
Division

Glenn Crosby, President


1:00 - 6:30 p.m. National Association of Blind Lawyers Division


Salon 9
Examine challenges and opportunities for blind attorneys and law students;
learn about legal updates impacting the blind; share practice tips and
technology tools for blind lawyers. Register at
<https://www.blindlawyers.net/> www.blindlawyers.net.
1:00 p.m. Division meeting
4:30 p.m. Ticketed reception

Ronza Othman, President


1:30 - 5:00 p.m. Assistive Technology Trainers Division


Salon 14
Current and aspiring tech trainers: join us for professional development,
networking, and fellowship. We'll explore what it takes to become a great
trainer, how to help our students build sustainable digital literacy skills,
and what's new in the world of AT.

Chancey Fleet, President


2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Professionals in Blindness Education Division


Salon 7
All professionals serving students from birth through age twenty-one are
welcome and encouraged to join our informative and interactive meeting. Come
network and collaborate, sharing and learning with colleagues and future
educators.

Emily Gibbs, President


2:30 - 5:00 p.m. Human Services Division Annual Meeting


Salon 8
Do you have a passion for working with people? If so, we invite you to join
our meeting! We will have dynamic speakers, important discussions, and a fun
activity or two. Join us for a time of professional development and
networking! 

Sarah Patnaude, President


3:00 - 7:00 p.m. National Association of Blind Veterans Meeting


Signature 2
3:00 p.m. Reception
4:00 p.m. Sit-down meal
5:00 p.m. Business meeting with guest speakers

Vernon Humphrey, President


4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sexual Health Education Open House: Learn on Your Terms 


Grand Ballroom A
In collaboration with Indiana University School of Public Health, the NFB
Board of Directors invites you to the first blind-led, blind-centered sexual
health education event. This open house features information on reproductive
anatomy, identity, healthy relationships, pregnancy, parenting,
contraception and family planning, STIs, and sexual pleasure. Blind
facilitators with expertise will be available to support your learning as
you navigate this self-paced, exhibit-hall-style event. Drop in any time.
This event is for adults only.

Contact Mika Baugh at  <mailto:mikabaug at iu.edu> mikabaug at iu.edu for more
information.


4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Braille Book Fair


Executive H
New/used Braille and print/Braille books-fiction, nonfiction, early readers,
cookbooks, and more-all free!

4:30 p.m. Blind children only
5:00 p.m. Open to all

Volunteers box and ship books Free Matter. Donations welcome. Sponsored by
National Organization of Parents of Blind Children and American Action Fund
for Blind Children and Adults.


5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Sleep & Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder


Salon 1
Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder, or Non-24 for short, is a condition common
in blind patients. Come learn more about circadian rhythms, sleep, and
Non-24.

Vanda Pharmaceuticals Nurse Educators


5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Affiliate Presidents and Treasurers


Salon 12
All state affiliate presidents and treasurers are asked to attend this
session to discuss affiliate finances and other aspects of organization
administration with facilitators Valerie Warrington and Bridgid Burke.


5:45 - 7:00 p.m. A Celebration of Shabbat (the Sabbath)


Suite 2456
Join with other Federationists who happen to be Jewish in welcoming Shabbat
(the Sabbath) with perhaps some wine, bread (challah), lighting the Shabbat
candles, and perhaps a short Friday evening service before people go off to
other events.


6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Blind Parents Group: 0 to 5 Years Old


Salon 14
This year, the Blind Parents Group will host two separate sessions for blind
parents. This session will focus on parents with children under 5. Come
prepared with questions. Kids welcome. 

Lisamaria Martinez, Chair 


6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Ready for Adventure at the Colorado Center


Salon 4
Come to Colorado, change your life! Through structured discovery, you will
gain belief in yourself. Hear from staff, students, and alumni-their stories
will inspire you. Arrive at 6:00 p.m. The program will begin promptly at
6:15 p.m. Challenge yourself and create opportunities.

Julie Deden, Executive Director


6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Legal Office Hours


Salon 16
Meet with a disability rights attorney to discuss blindness discrimination
concerns. Reservations are required. To reserve your spot, email
<mailto:legal at nfb.org> legal at nfb.org  or call 410-659-9314, extension 2440,
by June 21.


6:00 - 10:00 p.m. National Organization of Blind Black Leaders Division


Grand Ballroom D
Happy anniversary NOBBL! Registration with complimentary snacks will take
place 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Come join our division annual meeting and hear an
inspirational presentation by Black leaders from the Florida affiliate.
Theme: Rooted in Passion, United in Purpose. 

Shawn Callaway, President


6:00 - 10:00 p.m. National Association of Guide Dog Users


Salon 3
Come learn how to make an informed choice when deciding to get a guide dog.
Get current updates from our legal counsel about matters pertaining to guide
dog users' airline and rideshare travel. Find out what NAGDU has been up to
over the past year and elect our leaders!

Raul Gallegos, President


6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Sports and Recreation Division: Adaptive Fitness Activity


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

Richie Flores, President


6:30 - 10:00 p.m. Science and Engineering Division


Salon 11
6:30 p.m. Registration
7:00 p.m. Meeting

Learn about one person's experiences with the Orbit Research Graphiti
interactive tablet display, new developments at Orbit Research, effective
methods for completing college STEM courses, and other topics concerning the
blind access to STEM.

John Miller, President


7:00 p.m. Dad's Night Out 


All dads, sighted and blind, are welcome to come. Call Chris Butler at
571-606-6868 for location. Sponsored by National Organization of Parents of
Blind Children (NOPBC).


7:00 - 9:00 p.m. National Association of Blind Government Employees


Salon 8
Join employees, retirees, and applicants for employment of federal, state,
and local government entities, including pseudo-government entities, as we
explore barriers and opportunities related to access, employment, and
benefits.

Ronza Othman, President


7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Ignite NFB-NEWSLINER across Your State!


Salon 10
NFB-NEWSLINE coordinators, unleash NFB-NEWSLINE's potential in your state.
Join us for marketing strategies and success stories. Let's amplify
information accessibility together. This event is geared toward NFB-NEWSLINE
coordinators, but all are welcome!  

Scott White, Director of Sponsored Technology Programs, National Federation
of the Blind


7:30 - 8:30 p.m. White Cane Committee and Fundraising Seminar


Salon 13
Let's put the FUN back in Fundraising! Come and participate in an
interactive session and share ideas on how to plan and implement an
affiliate fundraiser. State presidents, please send a representative from
your state.

Everette Bacon, Chair, and Patti Chang, Director of Outreach, National
Federation of the Blind


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


Salon 15
All convention attendees interested in getting or remaining clean and sober
are welcome to our confidential meeting. For more information, call
828-505-0338.


8:00 - 10:00 p.m. Blind Parents Group: Kids over 5 years old


Salon 14
This year, the Blind Parents Group will host two separate sessions for blind
parents. This session will focus on parents with children in elementary
school and beyond. Come prepared with questions. Kids welcome. 

Lisamaria Martinez, Chair


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