[Ohio-Talk] FW: Member Digest of the Nation's Blind

Tue Jan 27 00:34:52 UTC 2026

From: National Federation of the Blind <web at nfb.org> 
Sent: Monday, January 26, 2026 4:00 PM
To: Richard Payne <rchpay7 at gmail.com>
Subject: Member Digest of the Nation's Blind

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Membership Renewal and Events

Thank you for being a member of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB).
Your determination, dedication, and advocacy make a difference in the lives
of blind people. 

This year, we pledge to dream big, challenge low expectations, and share the
lived experiences of blind people with the world. We can only accomplish our
goals with your support, participation, and strength.

Renew Your Membership for 2026

If you haven't already, please pay your 2026 dues to your local chapter,
state affiliate, and/or any national divisions in which you participate.
Membership dues cover the calendar year. If you have questions about your
membership status, please contact your chapter affiliate or division
membership coordinator.

Update Your Member Profile

Please review and update your profile information
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=41616&qid=12248477> , including
contact details and communication preferences. Accurate information ensures
you receive all the latest news, legislative alerts, and member digests.

Exclusive Member Benefits

Current members have access to valuable benefits, including:

*	Aira Visual Interpreting Service: Special rates for NFB members.
*	Bookshare: New subscribers receive a 30 percent discount; renewing
members receive 20 percent off.
*	ElevenLabs ElevenReader Premium: Premium access at no cost to
members. It offers natural, humanlike voices for reading books, newsletters,
and more.

These benefits enhance independence and foster inclusion, and we encourage
you to take full advantage of them.

What to Know Now

*	Join the Great Gathering-In tonight at 5:00 p.m. Eastern. Access the
live stream through Zoom
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=41617&qid=12248477>  or NFBRN
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=41618&qid=12248477> . Log in before
5:00 p.m. to listen to commentary from the Nation's Blind Podcast hosts,
Anil Lewis and Melissa Riccobono. Explore additional ways to access the
Great Gathering-In
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=41619&qid=12248477> . 

*	The Great Gathering-In is our annual kickoff session for the NFB
Washington Seminar. Listen to motivational remarks, learn our legislative
priorities, and unite for a week of advocacy.
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*	Where the Blind Work: Orientation and Mobility
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=41620&qid=12248477> -February 5
*	Disaster and Financial Preparedness Webinar
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=41621&qid=12248477>  with the
American Red Cross and Operation HOPE-February 11
*	Book your hotel room for the 2026 NFB National Convention in Austin,
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Until Next Time, Let's Build the Federation

As National Braille Literacy Month
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close, we continue to acknowledge the importance of Braille as a tool for
independence for blind people. The National Federation of the Blind works
tirelessly throughout the year to expand access to
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blind children and adults nationwide.

During the NFB Washington Seminar
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=41640&qid=12248477> , we advocate to
protect critical programs that ensure equal access to educational materials
(including Braille), independent living, and economic opportunity
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Together, we drive progressive change so that blind people can fully and
equally participate in every aspect of life
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=41625&qid=12248477> . Let's build the
Federation with power and strength, because our collective action makes a
difference.

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