[Nfbnet-members-list] Join us Friday, October 1: Presidential Release and Blind Equality Achievement Month

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Let’s Celebrate Blind Equality Achievement Month



Remember history. Advance equality. Celebrate 
accomplishments. October is Blind Equality 
Achievement Month. The National Federation of the 
Blind knows the true capacity of blind people, 
and we confront the misconceptions that create 
barriers to our dreams–including our career 
aspirations and employment goals. Here are some 
things to expect and take advantage of during the 
month of October: employment, independence, and more.

Attend the Presidential Release, October 1, at Noon Eastern



Join President Mark Riccobono for the monthly 
presidential release of the National Federation 
of the Blind. Members of the Federation are 
encouraged to attend and non-members are warmly 
welcomed. Submit questions in advance to 
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23096&qid=6005857>cdanielsen at nfb.org 
and put “PR509” in the subject line, or call 
410-659-9314, extension 2473. Please send in 
questions about employment topics. Attend this 
kickoff to Blind Equality Achievement Month, 
Friday, October 1, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. (noon) 
Eastern, viaZoom (CC and Spanish available). 
Learn how to access the 
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23097&qid=6005857>October 
Presidential Release.

#BlindMonth Activities Across the Country



National Federation of the Blind affiliates, 
chapters, and divisions are hosting activities 
all month long. Coordinators, please send in your 
events to 
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23098&qid=6005857>web at nfb.org 
to have them posted on 
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23111&qid=6005857>https://nfb.org/blind-month. 

Share the 
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23099&qid=6005857>Courtesy 
Rules of Blindness with your friends and family.
Drop into a 
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23100&qid=6005857>fall state convention.
Stay tuned for more details on an upcoming gift matching opportunity.


Where the Blind Work Webinar



Thursday, October 14 at 8 p.m. Eastern | Join us 
as we celebrate the work and accomplishments of 
blind and low-vision people with a panel 
discussion. Hear about what a typical day looks 
like, discover elements that prepare for career 
success, learn about alternative techniques and 
strategies used to do these jobs, as well as how 
to advocate for accommodations on the job. 
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23101&qid=6005857>Register 
for the webinar today.

White Cane Awareness Day



The National Federation of the Blind celebrates 
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23102&qid=6005857>White 
Cane Awareness Day every year on October 15. For 
blind people, the white cane is an essential tool 
that gives us the ability to achieve a full and 
independent life. It allows us to move freely and 
safely from place to place­whether it's at work, 
at school, or around our neighborhoods.

Social Media Request: Send in Your Memory Minute on Mentorship & Employment



For many, the mentorship among members is key to 
living the lives we want. We empower each other 
every day. The National Federation of the Blind 
is asking for members to post on social media 
one-minute videos of members talking about the 
value of mentorship and employment during Blind 
Equality Achievement Month. Using the hashtag 
#BlindMonth, share the positive impact that 
mentors within the Federation have had on your 
life and how opportunities to earn equal wages 
and other aspects of employment are valuable to you.

About Blind Equality Achievement Month



Formerly known as Meet the Blind Month, the 
National Federation of the Blind celebrates the 
organized blind movement during October. 
Throughout the month, our members conduct a 
variety of outreach activities in their local 
communities. Learn more at 
<https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=23103&qid=6005857>https://nfb.org/blind-month.



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