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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Monday, July 3, 2023<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>article<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Board Meeting and Division Day<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Registration ($30), Packet Pickup, and Banquet Ticket Sales (75 dollars)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Registration Desk, Level 4<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall and Independence Market<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ballroom of the Americas<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>9:00 - 11:30 a.m. NFB Board Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lanier Grand Ballroom A - I<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Zoom meeting ID: 916 8496 8543<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1CapApp Event: nfb<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Banquet Exchange<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lanier Grand Ballroom Pre-function Area<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>12:00 p.m. Megan Bening Memorial Fund Technology Giveaway<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 340 A and B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For blind children twenty-one and under who are registered for the NOPBC conference, have a parent/guardian also registered for the conference, and have<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>placed tickets into item containers. There will be $15,000 worth of technology! Must be present to win.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 3:45 p.m. NOPBC Youth Track<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 332<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For youth 11-18. See Youth Track agenda for activity details.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 3:45 p.m. National Organization of Parents of Blind Children (NOPBC) Annual Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 340 A and B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Vendor Fair; hear from the Distinguished Educator of Blind Children; learn about cutting-edge products and opportunities for our kids. Experience Parent<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Power; participate in our business meeting, elections, and much more!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Carla Keirns, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 4:00 p.m. National Association of Blind Merchants<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lanier Grand Ballroom J<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Randolph Sheppard employment opportunities for the blind—the GOAT. Is it still? We will discuss entrepreneurial opportunities for the blind. We will also<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>discuss new rules/regulations regarding Social Security with Michael Dalto.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Nicky Gacos, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Blind Rehabilitation Professionals Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 343 A<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Calling all rehabilitation professionals! Join us as we explore the latest trends, strategies, tools, and resources to support our blind consumers in living<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>the life they want in work and independent living goals. You will walk away with a full toolbox for the coming year!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Amy Porterfield, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Writers Division Business Meeting and Story Workshop<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 346 B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Bring your questions and story ideas to our meeting. Help us elect our new division leaders for 2023. Fees for this meeting will be $15 including workshop,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>participation, and automatic membership in the Writers Division for 2023. See you there!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Shelley Alongi, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 4:30 p.m. National Organization of Blind Educators Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 342<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Blind educators discuss techniques they use in their classrooms. Participants meet in groups specific to grade level and content area to create a network<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>of colleagues and mentors. If you teach or are considering a career in teaching, please join us.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 1 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Registration<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Cayte Mendez, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 5:00 p.m. NFB in Computer Science<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 335 A<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Enhancing nonvisual access to information technology and improving the ability of blind information and computer technology professionals to compete in<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>today's world.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Brian Buhrow, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 5:00 p.m. DeafBlind Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 327<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Join us as we reorganize the DeafBlind Division. Consider the division’s most important issues, share experiences and solutions unique to the deafblind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>community, and participate in division elections.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Carla McQuillan and Sheila Wright, Coordinators<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Seniors Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 335 B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Annual meeting of the National Federation of the Blind Seniors Division.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Glenn Crosby, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Diabetes Action Network Annual Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 329<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Come learn about blind diabetics who are self-sufficient, manage their disease, and work for the development of technology equivalent to that available<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>to other diabetics. Join with those who have overcome being scared and who have embraced the challenge of this disease.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Debbie Wunder, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Performing Arts Division and Improv Workshop<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 343 B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Come prepared to network with other performers! Join us for our annual business meeting followed by an interactive workshop all about improv. Gain skills<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>for the stage and self-confidence for daily life.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Katelyn MacIntyre, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 6:30 p.m. National Association of Blind Lawyers Division Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 344 A and B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Examine legal issues arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic for the blind; address ongoing struggles to gain equal access to websites, employment, legal<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>texts, and exams; share practice tips and technology tools for blind lawyers. Please go to <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>www.blindlawyers.net<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> to register for the meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 2 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Division Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Ticketed reception<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ronza Othman, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>2:00 - 5:00 p.m. National Association of Blind Veterans Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 338<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>All veterans are invited. We will conduct our annual business meeting after a short networking period. We will not be holding elections this year. Remember<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>your dues must be paid in full to vote.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 2 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• 2:00 p.m. Networking<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• 3:00 p.m. Business meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Vernon Humphrey, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>2:30 - 5:00 p.m. Human Services Division Annual Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 328<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>If you have a passion for people, we invite you to join our meeting! We will hold our biannual business meeting, which will include the election of a new<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>board of directors. Additionally, we will have dynamic speakers, important discussions, and a fun activity or two!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Candice L. Chapman, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Sports and Recreation Division Business Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 330<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Come network, move, learn, share, have fun, and get down to business with the Sports and Recreation Division at our annual business meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Richie Flores, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Braille Book Fair<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lanier Grand Ballroom K and L<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>4:30 blind children only. 5:00 open to all. New/used Braille and print/Braille books—fiction, nonfiction, early readers, cookbooks, and more—all free!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Volunteers will box and ship books Free Matter. Donations welcome.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sponsored by the American Action Fund for Blind Children and Adults with the support of the National Organization of Parents of Blind Children.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>5:00 - 5:45 p.m. Devices Accessibility at Amazon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 339 A and B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Amazon obsesses about customer delight, and that includes customers with disabilities. In this session, Amazon accessibility experts will discuss the latest<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>accessibility features for Fire TV, Fire tablet, Echo Show, Echo buds, Echo Frames, and more.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Peter Korn, Josh Miele, and Elodie Fichet, Amazon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>5:00 - 7:30 p.m. Third Annual NFB Muslims Group Seminar<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 346 B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Diverse in Culture United in Faith: Join us for a discussion on our involvement within the NFB and beyond. We will also have booths of accessible materials<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>provided by Islam by Touch, hijab tips, mentorship, other essential resources, and so much more.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Tasnim Alshuli, Chair<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Affiliate Presidents and Treasurers<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 335 B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>All state affiliate presidents and treasurers are asked to attend this session. We will discuss issues related to tracking affiliate finances and other<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>aspects of organization administration. Participants can discuss state issues with facilitator Bridgid Burke.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:00 - 6:45 p.m. What’s New with Alexa?<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 339 A and B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Alexa makes it easier for customers to order groceries and household essentials, ask product questions, use smart home devices, and collaborate with families<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and caregivers. In this session, Amazon accessibility experts share some of the neat things Alexa can do.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jessie Lorenz, Fabio Sacca, and Juliana Tarpey, Amazon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Accessible Prescriptions: A Tale of Two States<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 327<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Maryland and Hawaii successfully used the NFB’s model bill on accessible prescription labeling to get new laws passed. Come hear representatives from both<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>states discuss the work that went in behind the scenes to get the laws passed and how you, too, can advocate in your state.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jenna Reed (Moderator), Director of Marketing, En-Vision America<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Community Service Division Rodeo<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 340 A and B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Are y’all feelin’ the Texas heat? CSD is fixin’ to strap on their boots and kick-up the dust with the hottest celebration in Houston! We’re gonna celebrate<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>rodeo style, tip our hats to the finest division in town, and show y’all how our members serve bigger and better in Texas!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jeanetta Price, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Professionals in Blindness Education Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 328<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>All professionals serving students from birth through age twenty-one are welcome and encouraged to join our informative and interactive meeting. Come network<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and collaborate, sharing and learning with colleagues and future educators.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Emily Gibbs, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Blind Christians Group<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 342<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Publishers of Christian literature will provide an update regarding the work of their respective organizations. Other speakers will describe how their<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>faith has helped them to overcome challenges.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Tom Anderson, Chair<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:00 - 10:00 p.m. National Association of Guide Dog Users Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 335 A<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>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<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>dog users: airline and rideshare travel. Find out what NAGDU has been up to over the past year and elect our leaders!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Raul Gallegos, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Assistive Technology Trainers Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 343 B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Current and aspiring tech trainers: join us for professional development, networking, and fellowship. We’ll explore what it takes to become a great trainer,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>how to help our students build sustainable digital literacy skills, and what's new in the world of AT.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Chancey Fleet, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:30 - 10:00 p.m. Science and Engineering Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 343 A<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Learn about STEM with interactive multi-line refreshable Braille and tactile graphics with color, biochemistry lab access, leading in STEM, dealing with<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>two disabilities and combining engineering and theater.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list of 2 items<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• 6:30 p.m. Registration<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• 7:00 p.m. Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>list end<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>John Miller, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>7:00 - 7:30 p.m. Hear What Your Camera Sees with Blink Camera<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 339 A and B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The customer-obsessed team at Blink worked to combine the use of the Blink iOS app with Apple’s VoiceOver scene image recognition so customers can hear<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>what the Blink camera sees. In this session, see, hear, and learn about the customer benefits to hearing what a camera sees.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Wendy Richardson and Michael Forzano, Amazon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>7:00 - 9:00 p.m. National Association of Blind Government Employees<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 329<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Join employees, retirees, and applicants for employment of federal, state, and local government entities, including pseudo-government entities, as we explore<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>barriers and opportunities related to access, employment, and benefits.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ronza Othman, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Upward Mobility Seminar<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 330<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>You're employed, but what comes next? Step out of your comfort zone with innovative ideas for career advancement and entrepreneurship. Brainstorming is<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>always welcome. Sponsored by the NFB Employment Committee.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jennifer Wenzel, Chair<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>7:00 - 10:00 p.m. National Organization of Blind Black Leaders Division<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lanier Grand Ballroom J<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Come celebrate the numerous contributions of Black Federation leaders. We will conduct our first annual division meeting and present an inspirational program<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>that will highlight the gifts and talents of our Black membership within the Federation.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Shawn Callaway, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>7:45 - 8:30 p.m. Audio Description on Prime Video<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 339 A and B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Join the Prime Video accessibility team to hear more about our journey to make audio description as common as captions, our text-to-speech voice improvements,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and how we are enhancing customers’ audio experiences with our new feature, Dialogue Boost.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Dipa Balakrishnan, Jayashree Rajagopalan, and Pemra Narli, Amazon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Here to Listen<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 335 B<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Join Dr. Lionel Wolberger, Chief Operating Officer of UserWay and member of the W3C Accessibility Platform Architectures, for an open forum about how you<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>experience automated technology as a blind individual, family member, or ally.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lionel Wolberger, UserWay COO and W3C Accessibility Platform Architectures member<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Friends of Recovery Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Room 346 A<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>All convention attendees interested in getting or remaining clean and sober are welcome to our confidential meeting. 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