[Nfbnet-members-list] Fwd: The 44th Annual State Convention National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey Anywhere and Everywhere: Wed, Nov. 18 through Sat. Nov. 21, 2020

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>Greetings all,
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>Please find the REVISED FINAL Agenda for the 44th NFBNJ State Convention
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>to be held virtually from Wednesday, November 18 
>through Saturday, November 21.  Please share 
>with all and we look forward to your 
>participation! Help us as we continue to work 
>together to make a difference by raising 
>expectations to live the life we want.
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>Again, thank you for your support.
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>Warmly,
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>Linda Melendez
>National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
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>First Vice President,
>Chair, Convention Activities
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>732-421-7063
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>The 44th Annual State Convention
>National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
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>LIVE THE LIFE YOU WANT
>We Care. We Share. We Grow. We make a difference!
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>Anywhere and Everywhere
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>Wednesday, November 18 through Saturday November 21, 2020
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>Joseph Ruffalo, President
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>973 743 0075
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><mailto:nfbnj1 at verizon.net>nfbnj1 at verizon.net
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>Linda Melendez, Chair of State Convention Activities
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>www.nfbnj.org
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>Who We Are & What We Do
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>The National Federation of the Blind, the oldest 
>and largest organization of and for the blind in 
>the US, is made up of blind/visually impaired 
>people of all ages, and their families and 
>friends. We help newly blind people adjust to 
>vision loss, assist parents and teachers of 
>blind children, and promote the full 
>participation and integration of blind people in 
>our communities. Our activities include:
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>• Assisting blind persons in acquiring the 
>skills of independence and developing confidence in themselves
>• Supporting parents and teachers of blind 
>children with information, mentoring, role modeling, information, and training
>• Preparing blind students for careers and 
>self-sufficiency through mentoring, training, and academic scholarships
>• Encouraging blind seniors to continue to live active and meaningful lives
>• Advocating for policies that eliminate 
>discrimination, promote civil rights, and 
>guarantee equal access to high quality educational and rehabilitation programs
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>• Sponsoring information campaigns and 
>legislative action at the state and national levels
>• Educating the public through community activities and publications
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>Spotlight on NFB of New Jersey
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>Since 1976, the National Federation of the Blind 
>of NJ, an affiliate of the National Federation 
>of the Blind, has been providing invaluable 
>information and resources to blind/visually 
>impaired people throughout the state. Our 
>members work together for a brighter tomorrow by 
>raising expectations for blind people everywhere 
>so that blind persons can live the life they 
>want.  Our seven chapters meet monthly; our five 
>divisions hold events at various times 
>throughout the year. For more information on the 
>affiliate, chapters, divisions, committees, 
>programs, and projects, visit 
><http://www.nfbnj.org>www.nfbnj.org Please join 
>us we would welcome your participation.
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>Live the Life You Want
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>The National Federation of the Blind knows that 
>blindness is not the characteristic that defines 
>you or your future. Every day we raise the 
>expectations of blind people, because low 
>expectations create obstacles between blind 
>people and our dreams. You can live the life you 
>want; blindness is not what holds you back. 
>Together with love, hope, and determination, we transform dreams into reality.
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>The National Federation of the Blind Pledge
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>I pledge to participate actively in the efforts 
>of the National Federation of the Blind to 
>achieve equality, opportunity, and security for 
>the blind; to support the policies and programs 
>of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.
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>ANNOUNCEMENTS:
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>IT’S NOT TOO LATE!! You still can register for 
>the 44th State Convention of the National 
>Federation of the Blind of New Jersey. This 
>event, the major gathering of our state’s 
>blindness community, will be held virtually via 
>the Zoom platform from Wednesday, November 18 through Saturday, November 21.
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>Registration is FREE!!
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>Click here to register
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><https://www.nfbnj.org/state-convention/registration>https://www.nfbnj.org/state-convention/registration
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>NFBNJ Rookie Roundup
>Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2020
>Time: 7:00 P.M. Eastern Time
>For all members, non members, first timers and 
>veteran conventioneers we will highlight and 
>outline the agenda, Zoom procedures, have the 
>opportunity to answer questions and a practice vote will be conducted.
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>Zoom participation details
>Join Zoom Meeting
>https://zoom.us/j/6477660103?pwd=Qkw0RGxYdGc5TjVBdVZmUnFYYnlCQT09
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>Meeting ID: 647 766 0103
>Passcode: 460 994
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>Meeting ID: 647 766 0103
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>Instructions for listening on an Echo device
>Wake word Alexa: call 646 876 9923
>Just like calling on the phone, you will hear "welcome to Zoom."
>Meeting ID when prompted, then say wake word Alexa: Press provide number pound
>Then say Alexa Press pound to enter the meeting
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>Integrity and Respect
>To allow all attendees the chance to benefit 
>from all aspects of the convention, we are 
>committed to providing a harassment-free 
>environment for everyone. We appreciate your 
>assistance in cultivating an atmosphere in which 
>participants from diverse backgrounds may learn, 
>network, and share with each other in an 
>environment of mutual respect. Thank you for 
>doing your part to contribute to our community 
>and the high expectations we strive to maintain.
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>Please visit the following link for the code of conduct
>www.nfb.org/about-us/history-and-governance/code-conduct
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>All state convention activities will be held at 
>Eastern Standard Time via the Zoom platform 
>unless otherwise indicated. And we will be recording the convention.
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>Convention Zoom participation details
>Join Zoom Meeting
>https://zoom.us/j/6477660103?pwd=Qkw0RGxYdGc5TjVBdVZmUnFYYnlCQT09
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>Meeting ID: 647 766 0103
>Passcode: 460 994
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>One tap mobile
>+16468769923,,6477660103# US (New York)
>+13017158592,,6477660103# US (Germantown)
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>Dial by your location
>+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
>+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
>+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
>+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
>+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
>+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
>+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
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>Meeting ID: 647 766 0103
>Passcode: 460 994
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>Instructions for listening on an Echo device
>Wake word Alexa: call 646 876 9923
>Just like calling on the phone, you will hear "welcome to Zoom."
>Meeting ID when prompted, then say wake word Alexa: Press provide number pound
>Then say Alexa Press pound to enter the meeting
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>Door Prize Details
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>Door prize raffles will be drawn and announced 
>throughout the convention. Winners must be 
>present to win. If you hear your name you can 
>claim your prize one of three ways; by emailing 
><mailto:nfb.newjersey at gmail.com>nfb.newjersey at gmail.com 
>calling or texting Linda Melendez at 
>732-421-7063. Winners must give their convention 
>registration name, best contact number and prize 
>code word or phrase. Code must be in the email subject line.
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>NFBNJ Eligible Voters
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>Current 2020 dues paying members who registered 
>and enrolled to vote will receive an email with 
>instructions and the phone number to cast their votes when announced.
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>Wednesday, November 18, 2020
>For divisions and At Large Chapter Meetings see 
>Zoom participation details above
>For committee meetings participation instructions are included.
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>1:00 to 1:50 P.M.–Seniors Division Business Meeting
>Jane Degenshein, President
>We will review the year, outline 2021 and our 
>guest speaker will be, Ruth Sager, President of 
>the National Association of Senior Blind who 
>discuss the successful virtual senior retreat.
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>To subscribe to our NFBNJ Senior Division list serve, click on the link below:
>https://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbnj-seniors_nfbnet.org
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>To subscribe to our National division list serve, click on the link below:
><https://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfb-seniors_nfbnet.org>https://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfb-seniors_nfbnet.org
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>2:00 to 2:50 P.M.–Technology Division Business Meeting
>Jane Degenshein, President,
>Join us as we review the successes of 2020 and 
>look ahead to our involvement in 2021. Our guest 
>speaker, Eileen Levin, Accessible Tester for 
>Verizon will share her thoughts on teaching 
>others technology under the Verizon volunteer pilot project.
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>To subscribe to our NFBNJ tech div list serve, click on the link below:
><http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/njtechdiv_nfbnet.org>http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/njtechdiv_nfbnet.org
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>3:00 to 3:50 P.M.–Sports and Recreation Business Meeting
>Linda Melendez, President
>Join us as we review past and present 
>activities, challenges and events. Bring your 
>ideas as we plan for 2021. Jessica Beecham, 
>President National Sports and Recreation 
>Division and First Vice President NFB of 
>Colorado will be our guest speaker. Also 
>presenting is 2020 NFBNJ Scholarship winner 
>Veronica Stocker about being a Yoga Instructor 
>and offering a Zoom Yoga class on Friday, 
>November 20 from 5:30 to 6:15 P.M.; all are invited!
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>To learn about our National Sports and Recreation Division
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>To join our National Sports and Recreation Division Listserv visit
><http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/sportsandrec_nfbnet.org>http://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/sportsandrec_nfbnet.org
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>Find our Facebook Group by searching National Sports and Recreation Division
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>4:00 pm At Large Chapter Meeting
>Joseph Ruffalo, President
>The meeting will highlight the past year, plans 
>for 2021 and the importance to stay involved and raising expectations.
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>7:00 P.M.–Braille Committee Business Meeting
>Mary Jo Partyka, Chair
>Call: 515 604 9570
>Code: 612 068 followed by the pound sign
>We will discuss Braille mentoring, the Braille 
>Challenge, BELL In-home Edition, and Brailing 
>cards for the 2021 state convention. Our next 
>steps will consist of determining the goals for 
>this committee which we will discuss during our 
>January 2021 meeting. You will also learn about 
>the Braille Readers Are Leaders Contest.
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>Sandy Halverson, Past President of the National 
>Association to Promote the Use of Braille, will 
>provide additional information to promote 
>Braille literacy. Hear from the winners of the 
>Braille Challenge for 2020 Kaleigh Brendle and Madeline Mau.
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>Our Braille committee website is
><http://www.nfb.org>www.nfb.org
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>Our national website is NFBBraille-Discussion
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>7:50 P.M.–Guide Dog Committee Business Meeting
>Dan Facchini, Chair
>Guide Dog Committee Zoom below.
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>https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87877243174
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>One tap mobile
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>Dial: +1 646 558 8656
>Meeting ID: 878 7724 3174
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>An overview of 2020 and plans for 2021. Raul 
>Gallegos, newly elected President of the 
>National Association of Guide Dog Users, NAGDU, 
>will provide an overview of the national 
>prospective and how all are invited to 
>participate. Have you ever wondered how the 
>current pandemic has impacted guide-dog 
>navigation? The National Federation of the 
>Blind’s New Jersey Guide-dog committee cordially 
>invites you to join us at the state convention’s 
>Zoom segment entitled, Guiding through a 
>Pandemic. Come join current guide-dog handlers 
>as we discuss some of the concerns and 
>challenges that Covid19 has posed to the 
>guide-dog community. Additionally, we will be 
>joined by Glenn Hoagland, President of the 
>Seeing Eye. Glenn will walk us through some of 
>the modifications employed by the organization 
>as it continues to fulfill its crucial mission.
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>New Jersey Association of Guide Dog Users visit
><mailto:njagdu at nfbnet.org>njagdu at nfbnet.org
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>National Guide visit
>http://www.nagdu.org/
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>8:30 P.M.–Diabetes Committee Business Meeting
>Ed Godfrey, Chair
>Call: 605 468 8005
>Coe: 460 994
>An overview of 2020 and future plans for 2021. 
>Jean Brown, First Vice-President Diabetes Action 
>Network, (DAN) will provide info highlighting 
>the overview of the purposes, goals and 
>objectives of the national division. She will be 
>talking about DAN what it is, how to join and 
>various accessibility products like the Abbott 
>FreeStyle Libre and accessible glucose meters.
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>Jocelyn Santiago, a registered nurse and a member of our committee.
>WHAT??? I am at risk of developing Diabetes?? 
>Why? And how is that possible?? About 88 million 
>adult Americans have prediabetes, that is more 
>than 1 in 3, of those with prediabetes, 84% 
>don’t know they have it!! Prediabetes is a 
>serious health condition that will put you at 
>risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes ,heart 
>disease and other harmful conditions relating to 
>diabetes complications 
 so what are you waiting 
>for? Come and join the Diabetes Committee to 
>learn more about Pre-diabetes and how we can 
>avoid from getting this preventable and 
>absolutely reversible condition. She will give 
>you valuable information that will also provide 
>an overview about managing diabetes during this Holliday season.
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>New Jersey listserv:
>https://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nj-diabetes-division_nfbnet.org
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>National Diabetic Action Network (DAN) listserv:
><https://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org>https://www.nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/diabetes-talk_nfbnet.org
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>Thursday, November 19, 2020
>Convention Zoom participation details
>Join Zoom Meeting
>https://zoom.us/j/6477660103?pwd=Qkw0RGxYdGc5TjVBdVZmUnFYYnlCQT09
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>Meeting ID: 647 766 0103
>Passcode: 460 994
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>One tap mobile
>+16468769923,,6477660103# US (New York)
>+13017158592,,6477660103# US (Germantown)
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>Dial by your location
>+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
>+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
>+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
>+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
>+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
>+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
>+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
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>Meeting ID: 647 766 0103
>Passcode: 460 994
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>Instructions for listening on an Echo device
>Wake word Alexa: call 646 876 9923
>Just like calling on the phone, you will hear "welcome to Zoom."
>Meeting ID when prompted, then say wake word Alexa: Press provide number pound
>Then say Alexa Press pound to enter the meeting
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>10:00 A.M.to Noon–Meet the Vendors
>Joseph Ruffalo, President NFBNJ Facilitator
>Here is an opportunity to learn about the 
>products, services and obtain valuable 
>information to assist with raising expectations to live the life you want.
>10:05 am SW Unlimited, Sherlock Washington, President
>10:30 am C-Tech, Chuck Cohen, President
>10:55 am Independence Science, Jasodhara 
>Bhattacharya, Director of Strategic Global Projects
>11:20 am OrCam, Eve Posner, New Jersey OrCam Rep
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>1:00 P.M–Technology Changes to Change Our Lives
>Jane Degenshein, President New Jersey Association of Blind Technology Users
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>1:10 to 1:30 P.M.–Take a Virtual Tour with Us
>Mac Biggers, Member Technology Division
>Learn and discover through the Bloomberg Connects App
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>1:30 to 1:55 P.M.–iOS 14 New and Exciting Changes
>Tony Santiago, Vice President Technology Division
>Join us as we learn some features of iOS14.
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>1:55 to 2:15 P.M.––Listserv and Resources for Any Tekkie
>Andy Smith, Board Member Technology Division
>Learn about important websites, listservs, podcasts and more.
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>2:15 to 2:50 P.M.–Fusion and We're Not Talking Physics
>Rick Fox, Assistive Technology Instructor and 
>owner B & F Teaching & Technology.
>Valuable tips and tricks on using Fusion.
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>2:50 to 3:10 P.M.– Louie the Hands Free App for Androids
>Aneesh Karuppur, Student and friend to the Technology Division
>Calling for a ride, using What’s App all voice activated.
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>3:10 to 3:45 P.M.–Exploring the Possibilities with an IPad
>Matt Vollbrecht, Certified Apple Instructor, Owner of the Tech Juggernaut
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>Tips and tricks and treats to make you more productive.
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>3:45 to 4:15 P.M.–Q and A for all
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>6:10 P.M.–Kustom Cane
>James Boehm, Vice President of the Tennessee 
>affiliate and President of the Nashville chapter
>James thanks the New Jersey affiliate and 
>updates our Federation family on how your past 
>donations and canes are making a difference 
>worldwide. Boehm will share how you can continue 
>to contribute during these unusual times. As a 
>thank you, Kustom Cane is donating 2 gift 
>certificates: a $150 gift certificate to Kustom 
>Cane and a second three piece charm gift 
>certificate valued at $35! In addition, Boehm, a 
>licensed counselor in Tennessee, will discuss 
>the impact, struggles, and importance of mental 
>health, especially during these challenging 
>times. Boehm will finish with a brief 
>mindfulness activity that you will be able to 
>incorporate in your daily life to cope with anxiety and stress.
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>7:00 P.M.–Resolutions Committee Meeting
>Ryan Stevens, Chair
>Open to all; take part in witnessing the 
>development of resolutions, which become the policy statements of NFBNJ.
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>8:00 P.M.–Adulting 201
>Lia Stone and Carley Mullin, Facilitator’s
>Curious about best methods for finding an 
>apartment? How about buying a home? Maybe you’re 
>wondering how to traverse the social landscape 
>of your new job? Or are you just interested in 
>learning about these things from the greatest 
>generations, millennials and genXers? If you 
>answered yes to any of these you won’t want to 
>miss this session. We will feature two panels of 
>dynamic young leaders who will share their 
>experiences of the good, the bad and the ugly in 
>workplace social interactions and navigating the rental/housing market.
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>Friday, November 20, 2020
>Convention Zoom participation details
>Join Zoom Meeting
>https://zoom.us/j/6477660103?pwd=Qkw0RGxYdGc5TjVBdVZmUnFYYnlCQT09
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>Meeting ID: 647 766 0103
>Passcode: 460 994
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>One tap mobile
>+16468769923,,6477660103# US (New York)
>+13017158592,,6477660103# US (Germantown)
>
>Dial by your location
>+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
>+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
>+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
>+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
>+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
>+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
>+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
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>Meeting ID: 647 766 0103
>Passcode: 460 994
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>Instructions for listening on an Echo device
>Wake word Alexa: call 646 876 9923
>Just like calling on the phone, you will hear "welcome to Zoom."
>Meeting ID when prompted, then say wake word Alexa: Press provide number pound
>Then say Alexa Press pound to enter the meeting
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>9:00 A.M.to 5:00 P.M–General Session
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>9:00 A.M.–Welcome, Call to Order
>Joseph Ruffalo, President, National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
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>9:05 A.M.–Invocation & Opening Ceremonies
>Jane Degenshein, President, Senior and Technology Divisions
>Pledge of Allegiance
>The National Federation of the Blind Pledge
>I pledge to participate actively in the efforts 
>of the National Federation of the Blind to 
>achieve equality, opportunity, and security for 
>the blind; to support the policies and programs 
>of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.
>Honoring Veterans, God Bless America Joseph 
>Ruffalo, President, NFB of New Jersey
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>9:20 A.M.–Introduction of the Scholarship Class of 2020
>Lia Stone, Scholarship Committee Chair
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>9:25 A.M–Nomination Committee
>Ryan Stevens, Chair
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>9:30 A.M.–Presidential Report
>Joseph Ruffalo, President, NFBNJ
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>10:00 A.M.–We Care. We Share. We Grow. We Make a Difference!
>The National Representative’s Report Julie 
>Deden, Executive Director, Colorado Center for the Blind, Littleton, Colorado
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>10:35 A.M.–The Rights of Blind Parents: Are They Safe?
>Ryan Stevens, Legislative Director, NFBNJ
>Working Together for the Rights of the Blind 
>Yvonne Lopez, New Jersey Assemblywoman, 19th Legislative District.
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>10:55 A.M.–Together We Make a Diffrence!
>Elisa Neira, Deputy Commissioner, New Jersey Department of Human Services
>Dr. Bernice Davis, Executive Director, New 
>Jersey Comm. for the Blind & Visually Impaired
>Looking forward to continuing services, programs and interactions in 2021.
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>11:20 A.M.–The BELL Ringers Braille Enrichment Learning & Literacy
>Joseph Ruffalo, President, NFBNJ; Mary Jo 
>Partyka, Joanna Benthall NFB BELL Academy 
>Coordinator; Parents, Students, and Volunteers
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>11:40 A.M.–Pre Authorized Contributions
>Mac Biggers, Chair
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>11:50 A.M.–Announcements
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>12:00 P.M.–Adjourn
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>1:00 P.M.–Afternoon Announcements
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>1:05 P.M.– New Jersey State Library - Talking Book & Braille Center
>Adam Szczepaniak, Deputy State Librarian and Director
>Adam will highlight this past year and then outline plans for 2021.
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>Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey, Denville
>Elsa Zavoda, Program Director
>Elsa will share all of the free virtual programs 
>that will raise your expectations to educate, 
>motivate and inspire all to live the life you want!
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>Fit break
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>1:40 P.M.–Our First National Convention Experience
>Zooming to Houston, Texas Vincent Elorza and Jennifer Uchanow, members.
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>2:00 P.M.–Learning Skills and Tricks at the Senior Retreat
>Jane Degenshein, Board Member, National Association of the Senior Blind
>Sharing a week of their experiences; Linda 
>DeBerardinis, Ruth Williams, participants.
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>2:40 P.M.–September 11 and Beyond: You Never 
>Know Where the World Will Take You”.
>Linda Melendez, Former Deloitte & Touche; 
>Information Technology New Hire Specialist, 2 WFC New York City
>Michael Hingson, President, The Michael Hingson 
>Group, Inc. and consultant to Independence Science
>Meet survivors of the terrorist attacks on the 
>World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. You 
>will hear some incredible and heroic stories of 
>survival, perseverance and how these 
>Federationists used their life philosophies to 
>move forward from that trying day.
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>3:10 P.M.–Possibilities/Opportunities
>National Overview, as we continue to provide 
>information to all members that they are members 
>in the chapters/divisions, affiliate and the 
>national organization, we encourage all to 
>participate and plan for possibilities/opportunities.
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>Anil Lewis, Executive Director Blindness 
>Initiatives for the National Federation of the 
>Blind; Overview of the Jernigan Institute
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>Rachel Kuntz, Blindness Learning In New 
>Dimensions BLIND Inc., Resource Development Coordinator Minnesota
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>Anny Safier, a state scholarship winner in 2020, 
>will provide her experience as a student at 
>BLIND Inc. She will also provide an overview as 
>a student and how she is implementing her skills 
>at college and in the community
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>4:00 P.M.–Panel on Careers Come and Learn the 
>Steps to Transform Dreams into Reality
>Richard Earle, Paradox Comics and Cards, Entrepreneur North Dakota
>Evelyn Valdez, Department of Veterans Affairs, 
>Logistics Management Specialist, Washington D.C.,
>Tracy Carcione, IT Tech Specialist, New 
>York-Presbyterian Hospital, New York City
>Titus G. Massey Manager, Financial Services Port 
>Department, The Port authority of New York & New Jersey, New York City
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>5:30 to 6:15 P.M. –Beginners Yoga Class
>Veronica Stocker, Certified Yoga Instructor, 
>2020 State Scholarship Winner & Member
>Join Veronica as she offers a beginner’s yoga 
>class for all participants. Bring your chair or 
>towel and a pillow to experience a relaxing way 
>to unwind. This class will offer gentle 
>stretching, as well as meditation and breathing techniques.
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>7:00 P.M.–Business Meeting of the NFBNJ 2020 Convention
>This meeting is the supreme legislative authority of the NFBNJ affiliate.
>All are welcome; NFBNJ President, Joseph Ruffalo 
>will provide an overview of the past years 
>activities and plans for the future. Also, 
>elections to the affiliate board will be held.
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>Saturday, November 21, 2020
>Convention Zoom participation details
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>9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.–General Session and two Break out Opportunities!
>9:00 A.M.–Opening Remarks
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>Joseph Ruffalo, President NFBNJ
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>9:15 A.M.– Cyber Security
>Brian Keene, Member Technology Division
>Tips on how to protect yourself in an increasingly dangerous online world.
>
>9:40 P.M.–Was Your Accessible Voting Experience Accessible?
>Lou Ann Blake, J.D. Director of Research 
>Programs, Blindness Indicatives, NFB, Baltimore 
>will provide the path for accessible voting that began with the NFB
>Mary Ciccone, Director of Policy Disability 
>Rights of New Jersey will provide the history of 
>voting in 2020 and the future. Tracy Carcione 
>and Linda Melendez, members will share their 
>past and current voting experiences.
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>Fit break
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>10:20 A.M. Explore Supersense the Android and iOS App
>Jane Degenshein, President, NFBNJ Technology Division, Facilitator
>Shane Lowe, Mediate, Community Manger
>Supersense can be described as the most 
>efficient and effective scanning app on the 
>market for android and iOS. Shane will discuss 
>the development and will demo this app.
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>10:50 A.M.–Establishing a Path to Independence by Raising Expectations
>Highlighting Braille, mobility and technology, 
>the three basic steps to raise expectations to live the life you want.
>Debbie Bloomer, Retired Teacher of the Blind
>Carley Mullin, Louisiana Tech University, 
>Discovery Method, Orientation and Mobility
>Richard Fox, Assistive Technology Instructor and 
>owner B & F Teaching & Technology.
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>Fit break
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>11:30 A.M.–Morning Session Adjourns
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>Special Note: The General Session resumes at 
>1:00 pm. There is also a concurrent session from 
>1:00 PM to 2:50 PM for “Parents of Blind Children Division”.
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>Please feel welcome to join the session you will 
>benefit the most from. Thank you!
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>12:10 P.M.–Open Chat Session
>Jane Degenshein, Facilitator
>Grab your lunch; get ready to share your 
>experiences in a year that is different than in 
>the past. Discuss how you have journeyed through a year of challenges.
>
>11:00 A.M. to 12:50 P.M.–Student Division Business Meeting
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>Next Generation of Federation Leaders
>Jonathan Zobek, President New Jersey Association of Blind Students
>To provide an overview of this past years 
>programs and projects and to discuss 2021
>Next steps;
>Dues and Elections;
>Lia Stone, NFBNJ Chair State Scholarship Committee
>National and State Scholarship Opportunities 
>will provide the many reasons to apply;
>Veronica Gaspa, NFBNJ Board Member and Liaison 
>to the Students Division will provide the 
>connection of the state affiliate board to the students;
>Johna Wright, Liaison National Association of Blind Students;
>Johna will provide the National division 
>connection to our New Jersey students.
>
>Opening and Walking Through the Door into the World of Science
>Cary Supalo, Chemist; and Michael Hingson, Physicist
>Come and learn how to open up doors to the 
>wondrous world of science for blind students. 
>There are many questions scientists ask about 
>natural phenomenon in the world. We as blind 
>people ask similar questions about how I travel 
>from my house to work, or how do I make that 
>awesome new pasta salad. This all relates to 
>problem solving skills. Come and learn how 
>fundamental problem solving can open up doors of 
>possibilities into the Science, Technology, 
>Engineering, and Mathematics professions.
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>1:00 to 2:50 P.M.–Parents of Blind Children Division
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>Parents of Blind Children,
>Carlton Walker, President, National Organization of Blind Children, Attorney
>Carol Castellano, Secretary, National 
>Organization of Parents of Blind Children, 
>Founder, Parents of Blind Children-New Jersey, Author
>1:00 to 2:50 pm: Tools for Adapting to New Environments
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>1:00 to 1:50 P.M.–Individualized Education 
>Plans: What has changed and what hasn’t
>The world is a very different place than it was 
>last year. The school environment has changed, 
>but our blind/low vision child’s educational rights have not.
>Join us as we review special education law and 
>explore its purposes so that we may protect our 
>children’s rights in every school environment.
>
>2:00 to 2:50 P.M.–Social Skills: From fist bumps 
>to face masks and everything in between
>Our “new normal” doesn’t change the need for 
>social skills; it just adds more needs to the 
>list. Join us as we explore identifying and 
>meeting our blind/low vision children’s social 
>skill needs as we head into the holiday season during a pandemic.
>
>Saturday Afternoon General Session
>1:00 to 2:50 P.M.–Technology on the Move
>
>1:00 to 1:50 P.M.–NFB Newsline
>Scott White, NFB Director of Sponsored Technology Programs
>In this workshop Scott will share how Newsline 
>is accessed and demo the latest NFB Newsline App 3.0.
>
>2:00 to 2:50 P.M.–TTJ The Tech Juggernaut
>Matt Vollbrecht, Certified Apple Instructor, Owner of the Tech Juggernaut
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>A Delicious Apple Demo exploring Apple Maps, Apple Books and more.
>
>3:00 3:50 P.M.–Advocate or Disintegrate!
>David DeNotaris, CIO Chief Inspiration Officer 
>Sky’s the Limit Communications & Associates
>Kaleigh Brendle, Student
>Advocate or Disintegrate, you must participate! 
>Participants will learn the importance of 
>showing up, speaking up, then shutting up and 
>being an active listener and notetaker. Many 
>communicate, but few really connect. If you are 
>a student, someone looking for a job, or someone 
>interested in being promoted, advocacy skills 
>are essential for success at home, school, the 
>community and work! Excellent communicators, 
>advocacy, listening and notetaking skills are 
>keys that can unlock doors, opportunities and your potential!
>
>Special Note: Kaleigh has provided one of her international presentations.
>Link: https://youtu.be/Z4L2m7ODKY8
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>4:00 to 5:00 P.M.–Why I Am A Federationist:
>Joseph Ruffalo, President NFBNJ
>Thirty-two years as a Federationist
>Joseph will share his experiences, growing the 
>national, state and local organization. What is 
>the secret of a successful Federation; Why are you here? What is a leader?
>
>7:00 P.M.–Banquet
>Master of Ceremonies: Nicky Gacos, President 
>National Association of Blind Merchants
>Invocation, Fr. Maximilian Buonocore, Monk of Newark Abbey
>Keynote Address Julie Deden, Executive Director, 
>Colorado Center for the Blind, Littleton, Colorado
>Presentation of Awards
>Recognition of sponsors
>Recognition of contributors to the state scholarships
>Presentation of State Scholarship Awards
>Door prizes
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>The National Federation of the Blind of New 
>Jersey expresses appreciation to all members and 
>non members who attended the 44th virtual state convention.
>
>
>
>Joseph Ruffalo, President
>National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
>973 743 0075
><mailto:Nfbnj1 at verizon.net>Nfbnj1 at verizon.net
>www.nfbnj.org
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>Linda Melendez, First Vice-President
>National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
>Chair of State Convention Activities
>732 421 7063
>lindamelendez220 at gmail.com
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>For the list of affiliate board members, 
>chapter/division, Committees, projects and 
>programs, please visit the state website at
>www.nfbnj.org
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>Special Announcements
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>Meet our National Rep Julie Deden
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>I am honored to be the national representative 
>at our New Jersey convention and looking forward 
>to meeting as many of you as possible in our new 
>virtual space. I have always been blind but 
>truly did not feel good about being a blind 
>person until I became involved in the National 
>Federation of the blind at age 18. Even when I 
>joined the NFB it took a few years for me to 
>feel proud of being a blind person. The National 
>Federation of the Blind has given me the 
>opportunity to participate in so many activities 
>where I have met positive blind role models who 
>have taken their time to mentor me.
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>I have lived in Colorado for most of my life. 
>Diane and Ray McGeorge are two of the first 
>people I met through the NFB. They spent so much 
>time with me teaching me about life and the NFB. 
>Today, Diane serves as the chair of the Colorado 
>Center Board of directors and is still teaching 
>me. She is not only a mentor but is like my mom 
>as I feel that I grew up with her influence.
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>I have a master’s degree in counseling 
>psychology from Lesley University and always 
>knew from a young age that I wanted to work with 
>people. I enjoyed working as a rehabilitation 
>counselor for 14 years, because I had an 
>opportunity to provide support and mentor my 
>clients. In 1997 I left the Colorado division of 
>vocational Rehabilitation to work at the 
>Colorado Center for the blind. Once again, Diane 
>mentored me to prepare me to become the director 
>of the center in March of 1999.
>
>
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>I have held countless offices in the NFB. I 
>currently serve as second vice president of the 
>National Federation of the Blind of Colorado. I 
>am humbled to be the vice president of the 
>American Action Fund for Blind Children and Adults.
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>I am married to Dan burke and have a grown-up 
>son named Robert. Everyday is a gift and I 
>wonder what I may learn from the day! I treasure 
>my involvement in the NFB and know that we can 
>do anything, with love hope and determination.
>
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>National Scholarship Program–Call for Applications Started November 1:
>
>Every year, the National Federation of the Blind 
>awards more than $120,000 to blind scholars 
>across the fifty states, the District of 
>Columbia, and Puerto Rico in recognition of 
>their achievements and professional aspirations. 
>The scholarship program is our commitment to 
>academic excellence and leadership among blind 
>students, and each winner is awarded on the 
>basis of academic excellence, community service, 
>and leadership. The application process opens 
>November 1. Review the scholarship application 
>checklist and the scholarship program FAQs. 
>Share this opportunity that invests in the 
>future of blind people. To learn about the 
>eligibility and requirements of the 2021 scholarship program visit
><https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/scholarship-program>https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/scholarship-program 
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>Braille Readers Are Leaders Contest
>
>Join the American Action Fund for Blind Children 
>and Adults and the National Federation of the 
>Blind in this upcoming contest to promote 
>Braille. K-12 students and adults learning 
>Braille across the U.S. compete to read the most 
>Braille pages, going against other participants 
>in similar contest categories for seven weeks. 
>What books are on your reading list?
>
>Encourage more Braille. Improve reading skills. Win prizes.
>Registration is opening on November 1. Learn 
>more about the 
><https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18832&qid=4372187>Braille 
>Readers Are Leaders contest
>
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>
>NFB T-Shirts for Sale
>
>Maybe some of your chapter members are new, 
>maybe some members haven’t yet purchased one for 
>their wardrobe, and maybe some members and non members are looking for a spare.
>
>They are heather red with white print. The top 
>left on the front has our logo and in 2 lines 
>beneath, The National Federation of the Blind. 
>The back in 2 lines says, Live the Life You Want 
>and are available in sizes small, medium, large, 
>and X Large;. Prices are $18. If interested 
>contact Anne Marie Harris at 
><mailto:lovey1160 at gmail.com>lovey1160 at gmail.com or 856 589 8747.
>
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>PRE-AUTHORIZED CONTRIBUTION PROGRAM (PAC Plan)
>
>We encourage all members and conventioneers to 
>join the PAC Plan. This plan raises funds for 
>the National Federation of the Blind by 
>automatically debiting your checking account or 
>charging your credit/debit card the specified 
>monthly amount you designate; as little as $5 a 
>month. Individuals already enrolled are 
>encouraged to raise their monthly contributions.
>
>To arrange for PAC Plan contributions go to 
><http://nfb.org/pac>nfb.org/pac and fill out the 
>form. National Center will call you to take 
>payment information. You can also call 877 635 
>2711 or email <mailto:pac at nfb.org>pac at nfb.org to enroll.
>
>The National Center will contact individuals for 
>financial and banking information following the 
>convention. For additional assistance contact 
>Mac Biggers, NFBNJ PAC Plan Coordinator at 801 916 9753
>
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>The National Federation of the Blind of New 
>Jersey thanks the following sponsor and vendors 
>for their continued support with raising expectations to live the life we want.
>
>
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>Sponsor:
>
>T-Mobile Accessibility
>Hannah DeFelice
>Blind/Low Vision Customer Relationship Manager
>513-501-5459
><mailto:Hannah.defelice at t-mobile.com>Hannah.defelice at t-mobile.com
>https://www.sprintrelay.com/
>
>
>
>3D PhotoWorks
>John Olson, Co founder
>124 Hudson Avenue
>Chatham, New York 12037
>518 392 8161
><mailto:john at 3dphotoworks.com>john at 3dphotoworks.com
>www.3dphotoworks.com
>
>
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>Vendors:
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>C-TECH
>Chuck Cohen, President
>2 N. William St.
>Pearl River, NY 10965
>845 735 7907
><mailto:chuck at magnifyit.com>chuck at magnifyit.com
>www.ctechlowvision.com
>
>Independence Science
>Jasodhara Bhattacharya
>Director of Strategic Global Projects
>3000 Kent Ave
>Suite 1303
>West Lafayette, IN 47906
>866 862 9665
><mailto:jas at independencescience.com>jas at independencescience.com
>http://independencescience.com
>
>OrCam
>Eve Posner/Get OrCam
>25 Luth Terrace
>West Orange, NJ  07052
>973 820 5090
><mailto:Eve at Amit-Group.com>Eve at Amit-Group.com
>www.getOrCam.com
>
>SW Unlimited, LLC
>Sherlock Washington, President
>81 Ortley Court
>Matawan, New Jersey 07747
>732 290 1677
>sherlock at swunlimited.com
>
>
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>We are grateful to those that contributed time, 
>effort and suggestions to care, share, and grow 
>as we continue to make a difference by raising 
>expectations to live the life we want!
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