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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'>Friday, July 11, 2025 – Opening General Sessions<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'>7:45–8:45 a.m. Overview of the Access Board and the Architectural Barriers Act <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'>Participants will gain an understanding of the Access Board’s key functions, which include enforcement of the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA), the law requiring all federal facilities to be accessible to people with disabilities. A brief outline of the requirements in the ABA Standards will also be provided. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Alison Levy and Sarah Presley, Presenters<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>8:00–8:45 a.m. Devotions<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'>8:15–8:45 a.m. Registration (30 dollars), Packet Pickup, and Banquet Ticket Sales (85 dollars)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Salon A<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>8:15–8:45 a.m. Banquet Exchange<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Acadia Ballroom Foyer<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Opening General Session (9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Grand Ballroom<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/index" target="_blank">ECS.1capapp.com/event/nfb</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Call to Order and Invocation <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>President Riccobono gavels the session to order; religious member offers an invocation. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Presentation of Colors and Pledge of Allegiance<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>National Association of Blind Veterans, a Division of the National Federation of the Blind; Goodyear, Arizona<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Who Dat: A Welcome from the Louisiana Federation Family<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>2025 National Convention Host Committee: The National Federation of the Blind of Louisiana<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Celebration of Freedom: Veterans Recognized<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Roy Stinson, President, National Association of Blind Veterans, a Division of the National Federation of the Blind; Goodyear, Arizona<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Roll Call of States and Appointment of Nominating Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Affiliate announcements of delegate, nominating committee appointment, and future convention plans. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Reports and Resolutions<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>President Riccobono delivers important information and convention business as time allows.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>12:00–1:45 p.m. Banquet Exchange<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Acadia Ballroom Foyer<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>12:00–1:45 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'>12:15–1:15 p.m. Unlocking Human Potential with Wearable AI<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'>Discover how wearable AI technology is revolutionizing the way we live, work, and interact with the world around us. Explore the latest features of the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses and learn how they are empowering people to enhance their daily routines and unlock new experiences.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Meta<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>12:15–1:45 p.m. AFB Update: New Research and Opportunities<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 leaders from AFB's Public Policy and Research Institute as they share opportunities on the horizon and the latest research impacting our community, including AFB's groundbreaking work on the impact of AI. Learn how to get involved.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Stephanie Enyart and Dr. Arielle Silverman, American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>12:15–1:45 p.m. Access Board Section 508 Activity and Information Updates<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 Access Board to learn about Section 508 accessibility requirements and our latest activities to improve accessibility of federal Information and communication technology across the government. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Kathy Eng, Presenter<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>12:15–1:45 p.m. Uber Town Hall<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'>Meet with members of Uber's Accessibility team to share your experiences and hear updates about new features.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Briana Gilmore, Head of Public Policy, Accessibility & Marginalized Communities, Uber<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>12:15–1:45 p.m. Louisiana Center for the Blind Open House<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'>Since 1985, LCB has been a place where blind people build confidence, grow skills, and shape futures. Connect with our vibrant community—students, alumni, instructors, and our team from the Institute on Blindness at Louisiana Tech—and check out the programs that make it all happen!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Pam Allen, Executive Director and the LCB Crew<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>12:15–1:45 p.m. NOPBC Board Meeting<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'>Join the NOPBC Board of Directors as they recap the 2025 NOPBC Seminar and plan for the 2026 event.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Cassandra McKinney, President<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>12:30–1:30 p.m. Islamic Friday Prayer<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'>12:45–1:45 p.m. Google's AI Accessibility Tools<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'>Discover how Google is leveraging the power of AI to create innovative tools and features that support and empower the blind and low-vision community. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>1:15–1:45 p.m. Registration (30 dollars), Packet Pickup, and Final Banquet Ticket Sales (85 dollars)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Salon A<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>General Session II (2:00–5:00 p.m.) <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Grand Ballroom<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'>Call to Order<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>President Riccobono gavels the session to order.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Presidential Report <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Mark Riccobono, President, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>“Access On”</span></i><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> through Collective Action: Mobilizing Leadership through Blind-Centered Technology Perspectives<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; Baltimore, Maryland<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Accessibility, AI, and Community Engagement: A Growing Relationship Between Meta and the Organized Blind Movement <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Maxine Williams, Vice President, Head of Accessibility and Engagement, Meta; Menlo Park, California<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Copiloting Accessibility in Partnership with the Blind: Reflections on the Past Decade and the Future at Microsoft<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Jenny Lay-Flurrie, Vice President, Chief Accessibility Officer, Microsoft; Redmond, Washington<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Meaningful Social Security for Blind Americans: A New Era of Opportunities<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Frank Bisignano, Commissioner, Social Security Administration; Washington, District of Columbia <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Reports and Resolutions <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>President Riccobono delivers important information and convention business as time allows. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>5:00–9:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall<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'>Final opportunity to visit the Exhibit Hall.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>5:15–6:15 p.m. NFB in the Kitchen Group<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'>Sometimes you need a little spark of inspiration to change your cooking routine. As a community of cooking enthusiasts strengthening confidence, let’s talk food, tools, and cooking trends. Bring your ideas and enthusiasm. Come and taste a few bites from “The Caf”! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Regina Mitchell, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>5:15–6:15 p.m. Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG)<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'>Participants will be provided with an overview of PROWAG, with an emphasis on the guidelines for pedestrian access routes, detectable warnings, accessible pedestrian signals, roundabouts, and other components that are of particular interest to people who are blind or who have low vision. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Sarah Presley, Presenter<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>5:15–9:00 p.m. Inclusive Fitness with Sports and Recreation Division<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'>Accessible yoga, body weight training, inclusive movement exercise to keep the body loose and healthy throughout convention. <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'>5:30–6:30 p.m. Packaging Accessibility: Sharing Amazon’s Learnings<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'>Amazon has conducted cross-disciplinary research with disabled customers to enhance packaging accessibility. This led to principles for designers and engineers to improve both printed information and package structure. We'll share findings on making packaging more user-friendly.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Di Wu, Sr. Creative Program Manager, Amazon<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–8:00 p.m. Imagining Our Museum: The Museum of the Blind People’s Movement<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'>Participate in a discussion to share your input about the themes and stories that will make up the Museum of the Blind People's Movement. You will learn about the plans for the museum and contribute your own ideas. (Note there is a maximum capacity limit in this session.) <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Alison Tyler, Museum Project Lead, National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–9:00 p.m. Sexual Health Education Q&A<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Galerie 1 and 2<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>This event features information on reproductive anatomy, identity, healthy relationships, pregnancy, parenting, contraception and family planning, STIs, and sexual pleasure. <o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:00–7:00 p.m. Youth ages 14-22 ONLY<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–9:00 p.m. Adults ages 18+<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Mika Baugh, PhD, MPH<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:30–7:30 p.m. Accessibility at Oracle<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'>Oracle’s journey with accessibility is ongoing. We lead by example by collaborating on accessibility standards and building industry partnerships. Oracle is proud to provide solutions that benefit our customers which meet the needs of our diverse community.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Kent Boucher, Senior Director, Oracle Accessibility Program Office, Oracle<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6:45–10:00 p.m. NOPBC Crafts and Games Night<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'>For ages 5 to 12. Please note that this activity is available ONLY for children whose parents are attending NOPBC evening workshops. <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'>7:00–8:00 p.m. Making Work More Accessible for More People<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'>The unemployment rate for people who are blind or have low vision is 75 percent globally. We all—governments, businesses, the blind community, Be My Eyes and its partners—must do more. Learn how we, and our customers, are helping make a step change in the accessible workplace.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Mike Buckley and Bryan Bashin, Be My Eyes<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–9:00 p.m. Communications Committee<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 chapter, affiliate, and division leaders to learn best practices in communications. We’ll explore the tools available to us through our national office and exchange ideas. Learn to effectively use communication to build the Federation. Everyone is welcome!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Liz Wisecarver, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–9:00 p.m. News Alert: NFB-NEWSLINE now on Android!<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 our seminar to master the new NFB-NEWSLINE Android app! Learn to access 500+ publications, including newspapers, magazines, and breaking news, for the blind. Get hands-on training to navigate this free audio news service.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Scott White, Director of Sponsored Technology Programs, and Jack Mendez, NFB-NEWSLINE Deputy Director, National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–9:45 p.m. NOPBC Educate Seminar<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Registration until June 30: adults 35 dollars, families 50 dollars. On-site registration available. For more details visit <a href="https://nopbc.org/" target="_blank">nopbc.org</a>. Sponsored by the National Organization of Parents of Blind Children. Cassandra McKinney, President<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–8:15 p.m. – Workshop Group D</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Technology Goals, Gadgets, and Game Changers (Studio 3)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Talking to your Pre-Teen (ages 8 to 13) (Studio 10)<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>8:30–9:45 p.m. – Workshop Group E</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l5 level1 lfo3'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Mock IEP (Studio 3)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l5 level1 lfo3'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Talking to your Teen (ages 14 and up) (Studio 10)<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7:00–10:00 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'>Finding Our Power. Refer to the Youth Track agenda for activity details.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>8:00–10:00 p.m. Minnesota Center for the Blind Trivia Night<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'>Join the Minnesota Center for the Blind for a fun night of trivia! Come solo or with a team. We'll share updates on our transition from BLIND Inc. to MCB, what’s ahead, and how you can support our mission. Alumni, future students, and friends are all welcome. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Briley O'Connor, Executive Director, Minnesota Center for the Blind <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>