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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – Resolutions Day<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/2025-national-convention-agenda">Return to the Start of the Agenda</a> | <a href="https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention">Visit the Convention Home Page</a> | <a href="https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/give-25">Contribute to Give $25 Drive</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Any agenda changes made after Braille and print production can be accessed on the NFB25 app or at <a href="https://nfb.org/convention">nfb.org/convention</a>. Changes will be marked with an asterisk (*).<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>8:00–9:00 a.m. Digital-Accessibility Professionals Meetup<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 7<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>We designed this informal networking session for those working full time in digital accessibility for corporations and nonprofits. We'll share best practices, trends that uniquely affect us as blind people, and suggestions for growing the Federation's brand in the field.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Jonathan Mosen, Executive Director for Accessibility Excellence, National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>8:00–11:00 a.m. Committee for Advancement and Promotion of Braille <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 4<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The committee will discuss developments in the teaching and delivery of Braille, research priorities, Braille-related policy, strategies for bringing improvements where needed, and resources and activities across our organization. All are welcome!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Jennifer Dunnam, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Online Registration Packet Pickup<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Salon D<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. On-Site Registration (30 dollars) and Banquet Ticket Sales (85 dollars)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Salons A and B<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall and Independence Market<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Napoleon Ballroom, Sheraton<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00–10:00 a.m. Selvas BLV Product Showcase<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 5<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join us for a demonstration where we'll share the power and versatility of the HIMS family of products. See firsthand how our connectivity-enabled features like YouTube search, Wiki search, NFB-NEWSLINE, and more empower, inform, and entertain our users. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00–11:00 a.m. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 6<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Hear of the progress that we, as an organization, are making in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). How can we drive DEI efforts across the Federation in fulfillment of our movement’s strategic priorities? Bring your questions, feedback, and concerns to the committee.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Shawn Callaway and Kenia Flores, Co-Chairs<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00–11:00 a.m. NOPBC Cane Walk<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Balcony L<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Wondering if your child would benefit from using a cane? Curious about how a cane works? Learn and experience the Structured Discovery Method of travel at this special session. Parents, teachers, blind children, and sighted siblings welcome. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>National Organization of Parents of Blind Children (NOPBC)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00–11:00 a.m. Membership Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 4<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Members represent our most powerful asset. All those who are interested in joining the membership committee to discuss innovative ideas to grow, nurture, and sustain membership in the organized blind movement are welcome.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Denise Avant, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Explore NFB-NEWSLINE at our Open House<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 10<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Unlock a world of information with this free audio and Braille service. Access more than five hundred publications via phone, web, app, or Alexa. Sign up, retrieve codes, or get answers to your questions with hands-on help. Stop by and learn what’s new! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Scott White, Director of Sponsored Technology Programs, National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. US Access Board Town Hall<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Acadia and Bissonet Ballrooms<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The Access Board invites the public to share their insights on accessibility barriers and progress. Those who wish to speak during the event must register in advance by emailing their full name and organization (if any) to <a href="mailto:events@access-board.gov">events@access-board.gov.</a> This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with board members and representatives from federal agencies about accessibility efforts in Louisiana and beyond.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. NFB Sports and Recreation Business Meeting<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 1<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Learn about adaptive sports, inclusive fitness, and recreation opportunities, and build community at our annual business meeting. Let’s move to keep the movement alive! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Richie Flores, President<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>10:00–11:00 a.m. The Power of AI for the Blind Community<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 2<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join Microsoft's AI experts as they demonstrate how AI is transforming products for the blind community, simplifying user experiences, and creating new possibilities for productivity and play.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Microsoft Accessibility Team<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>10:00–11:00 a.m. Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 3<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Learn why there is a high prevalence of Non-24 in the blind community, how it could impact sleep, and why it is often misdiagnosed. We will discuss the symptoms and how to start a conversation with a healthcare provider.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Jennifer Lyman, RN, Clinical Nurse Educator, Vanda Pharmaceuticals<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>10:00–11:00 a.m. AI + JAWS at 30: Built to Empower You<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 9<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join Ryan Jones as we celebrate thirty years of JAWS and look ahead! Discover how JAWS and AI are driving breakthroughs like FSCompanion, image labeling, and multiline Braille. See how we’re breaking barriers and shaping the future of accessibility.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ryan Jones, VP Software and Product Management, Vispero<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. LGBT+: A Mid-Year Review<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 8<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join the NFB's LGBT+ group to discuss current events, relevant civil rights laws, advocacy efforts, and enforcement opportunities for people of all backgrounds. Allies welcome. Community centered. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Sanho Steele-Louchart, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. What's New in Google Accessibility<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 5<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join us for an update on the newest accessibility tools and features from Google, designed to enhance the user experience for the blind and low-vision community. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Launch Your Career with Screen Reader Skills<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 7<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ninja screen-reader user? Struggling to find work? Stop struggling and start launching your career in digital accessibility! It’s simple. You get trained, you get certified, you get a job. Learn all about the CAT Program and your direct path to employment with AccessAbility Officer.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Heather Burns, Chief Delivery Officer and Co-Owner, AccessAbility Officer<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Microsoft Copilot for Work<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 2<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Learn how AI enhances skills and productivity for the blind community. Discover Copilot tools that streamline workflows, foster collaboration, and equip the community with digital skills for the modern workplace.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Microsoft Accessibility Team<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Non-24: A Quiet Crisis in Sleep Health<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Salon C<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Millions live with Non-24 without a name for what they’re experiencing. Discover how early screening, increased awareness, and better tools can change that.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>CaryHealth<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>12:00–1:00 p.m. Slack Demonstration and Feedback Session<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 6<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The team at Slack will talk through how we collaborate with blind people to design, build, and refine how Slack works. We will demonstrate some of the successful results (and likely some imperfections) using common workflows in Slack. We welcome your questions and feedback. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Todd Kloots and Chris Xu, Slack<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>1:00 p.m. Resolutions Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Acadia and Bissonet Ballrooms<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Zoom meeting ID: <a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92019487891" target="_blank">nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92019487891</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>1CapApp Event: <a href="https://ecs.1capapp.com/event/nfb" target="_blank">ECS.1capapp.com/event/nfb</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Donald Porterfield, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>1:00–2:00 p.m. What's New with Amazon Devices?<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 9<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Amazon obsesses about customer delight, and that includes customers with disabilities. In this session, Amazon accessibility experts will discuss the latest accessibility features for Fire TV, Smart Home, the new Alexa, and more. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Peter Korn, Director of Accessibility, Amazon Devices and Services<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>1:00–2:00 p.m. Wells Fargo Bank of Doing<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 4<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Wells Fargo provides a range of products and services that can help you make your financial journey from security to wealth protection. Join Wells Fargo representatives to discuss these topics and answer any questions you may have about what we can do for you.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Lawrence Bowdish, Insights Lead, Financial Health, Wells Fargo<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>1:00–4:00 p.m. Career Fair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 2 and 3<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Come to meet national and regional employers including many of our convention sponsors and Louisiana employers. This is your first step to a great career! Preregister by June 8 to get the full benefits of attending. Sponsored by the NFB Employment Committee.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Lia Stone, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>1:00–6:00 p.m. Drop-In Tactile Art Room<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 6<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Free art activities for everyone! Make tactile drawings, color pictures, sculpt clay, fold origami, code SVG, build with LEGOs, and complete puzzle activities! Teachers are in the room. Enjoy the art exhibit and tactile picture books. Drop in anytime. Stay as long as you like.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ann Cunningham, Coordinator<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>2:00–5:00 p.m. Explore NFB-NEWSLINE at Our Open House<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 10<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Unlock a world of information with this free audio and Braille service. Access more than five hundred publications via phone, web, app, or Alexa. Sign up, retrieve codes, or get answers to your questions with hands-on help. Stop by and learn what’s new! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Scott White, Director of Sponsored Technology Programs, National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>2:15–3:15 p.m. Making Amazon Shopping Easier<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 9<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Explore the latest accessibility features that make navigating and shopping on Amazon faster and more intuitive for everyone. We'll show how new AI-powered tools and improved navigation features help customers find products and information more efficiently and accessibly. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Kiran Kaja, Principal Product Manager, Amazon Worldwide Stores Accessibility<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>3:30–4:30 p.m. Accessibility at Prime Video<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 9<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join the Amazon/Prime Video Accessibility team to hear more about our journey to introduce new features and improve existing accessibility options. Learn about our initiatives to improve the discovery and experience for customers.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Amazon<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>3:30–5:00 p.m. Start a Digital Accessibility Business<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 7<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Whether you are a social enterprise or a hungry entrepreneur wanting to hire blind people, this session teaches you how we grew our million-dollar digital accessibility business with blind testers and DARTSuite. From closing deals to managing projects, you won’t want to miss it! Includes a live Q&A.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Heather Burns, Chief Delivery Officer and Co-Owner, AccessAbility Officer<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>4:00–5:00 p.m. Navigating the US Immigration System<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 4<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join us to hear from panelists sharing their personal experiences navigating the complexities of the United States immigration system as a blind person, as well as how they advocated for equitable access.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Seyoon Choi, Moderator<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>4:00–5:00 p.m. AI, Wearables, and Community-Driven Innovation<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 4<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Discover how AI and wearables are revolutionizing independence for the blind/low-vision community! Join us to explore AI progress, demo EchoVision smart glasses (try live!), and hear user stories proving tech’s power when co-created WITH users. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Xiaoran Wang, CEO, and Kevin Chao, Chief Visionary and Evangelist, AGIGA, Inc.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>4:00–5:30 p.m. Introduction to Investing<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 1<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Get a clear overview of investing basics, learn how investing can help you build long-term financial security, and explore how blind and low-vision people can confidently navigate the investing world. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Chris Peterson, AFC, Founder and CEO, Penny Forward<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>4:15–5:45 p.m. Twenty-Fifth NABL Mock Trial (Admission 10 dollars)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Salon E<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Federation lawyers oppose each other to enact a case addressing the civil rights of blind people, and the audience serves as the jury. The subject matter is serious, but the courtroom portrayers are very entertaining.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ronza Othman, President, National Association of Blind Lawyers<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>4:30–6:00 p.m. Aira: The AI Visual Interpreter<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 6<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>An opportunity to experience an AI visual interpreter in real time! Exciting updates from Aira and how blind people are directly influencing the future of visual interpreting! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Everette Bacon, Chief, Blindness Initiatives, Aira<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>4:30–6:30 p.m. Interest Drives the Action<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 8<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Youth are our future leaders. Learn how your affiliate's strengths and skills can develop your youth programs. Hear about innovative activities happening across the country, talk about how they started, and imagine new ways to help blind youth live the lives they want. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Karen Anderson, NFB Education Programs Coordinator, and Ashleigh Moon, STEM2U Program Coordinator <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>4:45–5:45 p.m. Get More Out of Reading with Kindle’s Accessibility Features<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 9<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Reading can be a magical experience, and digital reading can make it possible to read in ways that were previously not possible with just paper. Come see how Kindle is making reading more accessible. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Jon Hu, Sr. Product Manager, Tech, Amazon<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>5:00–6:30 p.m. Seminario Hispano<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 3<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ven a conocer a la Federacin, nuestras historias, y recursos valiosos en espaol. Te esperamos en el evento ms importante para conocer, conecta, y compartir con nuestra comunidad hispanohablante.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Nota: El seminario ser completamente en espaol.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Aleyda Santos, Coordinadora<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>5:00–6:30 p.m. SSI and SSDI 101: What You Need to Know<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 2<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ever wonder what the difference is between Blind Work Expenses and Impairment-Related Work Expenses? Afraid you might go over the SSDI earnings cliff? Hear from an expert on these programs and have all your questions answered.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Michael Dalto, Social Security Expert<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>5:00–6:45 p.m. NOPBC Exhibitor Fair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 5<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>This special exhibit will feature items of special interest to blind children and their families. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>National Organization of Parents of Blind Children (NOPBC)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–7:30 p.m. <i>Access On</i> Live<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 7<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join Jonathan Mosen and an expert panel for a live edition of the NFB's <i>Access On</i> technology podcast. Bring your tech questions, comments, and opinions.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Jonathan Mosen, Executive Director for Accessibility Excellence, National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–8:00 p.m. Blind Greek and Masonic Group<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Salon C<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Are you a member of a national Greek organization, the Masons, or the Eastern Star? Help build our relationships with Greek letter organizations to ensure inclusion and participation, to engage in fundraising, and to serve as a resource for the blind considering membership. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Shawn Callaway, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–9:00 p.m. Blind Christians Group<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 4<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Publishers of Christian literature will provide an update regarding the work of their respective organizations. Learn about ministries in which blind people are involved in their local communities. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Linda Mentink, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–9:00 p.m. Building Our Village<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 1<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Learn how to build your village at this year’s Blind Parents group. The first hour will contain topics for children under five. The second hour will have topics dedicated to all ages. The third hour will contain topics for older children. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Lisamaria Martinez, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–9:00 p.m. Legal Office Hours<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Audubon<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Meet with a disability rights attorney to discuss blindness discrimination concerns. Reservations are required. To reserve your appointment, email <a href="mailto:Legal@nfb.org">Legal@nfb.org</a> or call 410-659-9314, extension 2440, no later than Friday, June 27.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–10:00 p.m. Student Division Business Meeting<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 2 and 3<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>All are welcome to join our lively division as we dive into all things blind students! Registration begins at 6:00 p.m., followed by programming at 7:00 p.m. Only members who have completed our membership process before June 30 will be eligible to participate in elections.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Lauren Chaya Altman, President<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–10:00 p.m. Working for Yourself, but Not by Yourself<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 1<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Experience how professional training, systems-based practices, personal development, and superior Nikken Japanese-wellness technologies are revolutionizing professional network marketing. Imagine the joy of working with successful mentors to earn through serving others. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Mary Ellen Gabias and Paul Gabias, Independent Nikken Wellness Business Consultants<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–9:00 p.m. Advancing Our Advocacy: Legislative Meetup<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 9<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>An opportunity for members interested in advocating for the rights of the nation’s blind to interact with our government affairs group and exchange strategies to advance our legislative priorities at the local, state, and federal levels.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Jesse Shirek, Justin Young, and Kyle Walls, Government Affairs, National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–9:00 p.m. NOPBC Youth Track Session (ages 11-18)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Balcony L<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>What is a resolution? Refer to the Youth Track agenda for activity details.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–9:00 p.m. NFB in Judaism Annual Meeting<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Studio 3<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join us as we hear from the staff of JBI Library as they describe the rebranding, new staff, and new programs. This is your chance to find out all that JBI Library offers. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Stewart Prost, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–9:00 p.m. NOPBC Spanish Welcome Session<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 6<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>We welcome our Spanish-speaking families with blind children. Network, ask questions, and learn about resources for our children.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>National Organization of Parents of Blind Children (NOPBC)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Agenda Navigation<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></body></html>