From jbar at barcore.com  Tue Feb  6 17:00:01 2024
From: jbar at barcore.com (Jim Barbour)
Date: Tue, 6 Feb 2024 09:00:01 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [NFBSF] REMINDER: our next NFB SF Chapter Meeting is Tuesday,
 February 13, 2024 AT 6 PM
Message-ID: <202402061700.416H013A019471@nfbcal.org>

Hello San Francisco Chapter Members,

This is a friendly reminder that our next chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM for social time and the business meeting.

The meeting will be held using the zoom teleconfrerincing platform.

Below is information about how to join our virtual NFB San Francisco chapter meeting.

You can join the meeting by using the zoom app on your computer or smartphone, plus you can join by dialing into the meeting from your regular phone.

You can download the zoom app by following this link on your computer or phone.  https://www.zoom.us/download#client_4meeting

Once you've downloaded the app, you can join our meeting by following this link.

https://lighthouse-sf.zoom.us/j/462780914?pwd=VzRhaElHYU9MTVVvU2dxcGNxb0x5UT09

If you prefer to dial into the meeting from your standard phone, follow these 2 simple instructions.  NOTE: star 6 will mute you while you're on the call.

1.  Dial this number.  669-900-6833
2.  When asked, enter this meeting ID. 462 78 09 14 followed by the pound sign to the right of the 0 key.


From monica.wegner at outlook.com  Wed Feb  7 03:06:01 2024
From: monica.wegner at outlook.com (Monica Wegner)
Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2024 03:06:01 +0000
Subject: [NFBSF] Agenda for February 13th
Message-ID: <BN0PR20MB3765CB593EC5E35A6725550EF9452@BN0PR20MB3765.namprd20.prod.outlook.com>

National Federation of the Blind
San Francisco Chapter
Agenda
When: Tuesday, February 13th, 2024, 6:30 PM
Location: https://lighthouse-sf.zoom.us/j/462780914?pwd=VzRhaElHYU9MTVVvU2dxcGNxb0x5UT09

1.	Call to Order and Introductions

2.	Reports
a.	Secretary's Report - Monica
b.	Treasurer's report - Sara
c.	Presidential release recap - Monica
d.	Legislative report - Monica

3.	Chapter business
a.	National Convention
b.	State Convention
c.	Chapter elections
d.	Social gathering

4.	Discussions
a.	AI image descriptions - Bobbi
b.	Diversity Equity Inclusion and purpose - Monica

5.	Bell Ringers

6.	Adjourn



From bernieslife at icloud.com  Fri Feb  9 19:58:05 2024
From: bernieslife at icloud.com (bernieslife at icloud.com)
Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2024 11:58:05 -0800
Subject: [NFBSF] Department of Rehabilitation BAC Recruitment Announcement
Message-ID: <0f7c01da5b92$50364e20$f0a2ea60$@icloud.com>

 

The State of California Department of Rehabilitation and the Blind Advisory
Committee (BAC) has four open positions. Please see the above attachments. 

 

From, 

Lisa Irving 

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From buhrow at nfbcal.org  Fri Feb  9 21:42:33 2024
From: buhrow at nfbcal.org (Brian Buhrow)
Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2024 13:42:33 -0800
Subject: [NFBSF] Book your room before 02/21/2024 to get our special rate at
 this year's NFB of California C onvention!
Message-ID: <202402092142.419LgXSV023523@nfbcal.org>

From: President Tim Elder <president at nfbcal.org>


It is officially time to register and start making your travel plans for the
2024 State Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of California,
to be held March 14-17 2024 at the  Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova.

Circulate this announcement to all who may be interested in the
largest meeting of blind people in the state!

 

We will gather at the Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova on March 14-17,
2024.  We are excited to showcase: driverless cars, advancements in video
game accessibility, tactile art/design techniques, updates from our national
leadership, an exhibit hall,  and many other resources for the blindness
community. 

 
 

Book your room now to ensure you get our special convention hotel rate -- this offer expires on
February 21, 2024 and we expect rooms to sell out quickly!
Note that there is no group code and you simply need to reference the
National Federation of the Blind of California with the dates and location
when booking over the phone to get the discount rate.  Also note that there
are some unfortunate access issues with the Marriott website.  While it is
possible for some experienced users to book with the web interface given
enough patience, others may find it easier to book over the telephone at
(916) 638-1100 or 800-228-9290.  

Or, visit our convention registration page at:
https://www.nfbcal.org/2024-state-convention/

 

Also please share our scholarship application far and wide, applications due
Feb 18, though you shouldn't wait that long.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/17wAYk_dh-8gClYCIWTF1gOr5CAyb7zBFnPk_CaSyZrg
/viewform?edit_requested=true

 

Any exhibitors or partners who would like to sponsor the convention or join
us to showcase a product, service or survey are much appreciated.  Please
use the following form.

https://ulwxastpyh.formstack.com/forms/exhibitor_application

 

Please reach out to Cheryl Thurston 
(cthurston74 at gmail.com )
for exhibitor registration questions.  Please contact Tim Elder at 
president at nfbcal.org  
for sponsorship questions.  We depend on the generous donations of our
sponsors to fund the cost of these conventions, provide captioning to our
DeafBlind
members, Spanish language translation and fund our Braille child literacy,
as well as  other advocacy projects throughout the year.  

 

 

Tim Elder

President

National Federation of the Blind of California 

 <mailto:president at nfbcal.org> president at nfbcal.org 

(916) 382-0372 

 <http://www.nfbcal.org/> http://www.nfbcal.org/

 

Did you know that blind Californians are holding monthly meetings in your
region over Zoom and telephone?  Check out our virtual local chapter and
division meetings.  All are welcome to attend.

 <http://www.nfbcal.org/chapters-and-divisions/>
http://www.nfbcal.org/chapters-and-divisions/

 



From jbar at barcore.com  Mon Feb 12 17:00:00 2024
From: jbar at barcore.com (Jim Barbour)
Date: Mon, 12 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [NFBSF] REMINDER: our next NFB SF Chapter Meeting is Tuesday,
 February 13, 2024 AT 6 PM
Message-ID: <202402121700.41CH00mS023599@nfbcal.org>

Hello San Francisco Chapter Members,

This is a friendly reminder that our next chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM for social time and the business meeting.

The meeting will be held using the zoom teleconfrerincing platform.

Below is information about how to join our virtual NFB San Francisco chapter meeting.

You can join the meeting by using the zoom app on your computer or smartphone, plus you can join by dialing into the meeting from your regular phone.

You can download the zoom app by following this link on your computer or phone.  https://www.zoom.us/download#client_4meeting

Once you've downloaded the app, you can join our meeting by following this link.

https://lighthouse-sf.zoom.us/j/462780914?pwd=VzRhaElHYU9MTVVvU2dxcGNxb0x5UT09

If you prefer to dial into the meeting from your standard phone, follow these 2 simple instructions.  NOTE: star 6 will mute you while you're on the call.

1.  Dial this number.  669-900-6833
2.  When asked, enter this meeting ID. 462 78 09 14 followed by the pound sign to the right of the 0 key.


From bobbipompey at gmail.com  Tue Feb 13 19:50:27 2024
From: bobbipompey at gmail.com (Bobbi Pompey)
Date: Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:50:27 -0800
Subject: [NFBSF] =?utf-8?q?Reminder_About_Tonight=E2=80=99s_Elections!!!?=
Message-ID: <00302563-586C-4B42-800F-82FD47B4C2EE@gmail.com>

Hi everyone!

I look forward to seeing you all at tonight?s chapter meeting where we will hold our 2024 chapter elections! Positions being elected are our President, First Vice President and Second Vice President for a term of two years. We will also elect the vacant Secretary and Board Member positions for their remaining one year term. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions about the expectations, roles, responsibilities, and time commitments of any of these positions.

As a reminder, dues need to be received by 5pm in order for a member to vote, nominate or be nominated to the board.
*    Annual dues are $10. If anyone wants to pay dues and is using PayPal or Venmo please use this information to pay:
Sara Hadsell, 510-387-0766, SaraAHadsell at gmail.com.
The address for payment of checks is 585 9th St, Oakland, CA 94607. If paying by PayPal, you must do it on a computer, which is where you can select that you are paying a friend, rather than purchasing an item. The PayPal phone app is set up for commercial purchases.




See you tonight! 
Bobbi A. L. Pompey
(336) 988-6375
bobbipompey at gmail.com

"Not everything faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced" James Baldwin 

From gene.sh.kim at gmail.com  Wed Feb 14 06:50:38 2024
From: gene.sh.kim at gmail.com (Gene Kim)
Date: Tue, 13 Feb 2024 22:50:38 -0800
Subject: [NFBSF] Don't need money for college as a Californian? Skip this
 message!
Message-ID: <CAEvYTGMVr--vDeXz6E9r1cHae38pZF-xZQB-HXOcC2GjM8g8uQ@mail.gmail.com>

The deadline for the 2024 NFBCA scholarship is quickly approaching.
Completed applications (including essay responses, transcript, reference
letter, resume, and proof of enrollment) are due this Sunday, February 18
at 11:59 PM. Please spread the word far and wide!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/17wAYk_dh-8gClYCIWTF1gOr5CAyb7zBFnPk_CaSyZrg/viewform?edit_requested=true

Cheers,
Gene

From monica.wegner at outlook.com  Wed Feb 21 01:54:42 2024
From: monica.wegner at outlook.com (Monica Wegner)
Date: Wed, 21 Feb 2024 01:54:42 +0000
Subject: [NFBSF] Meeting minutes for February 13
Message-ID: <BN0PR20MB37651CBF85758E2CB94DA3D4F9572@BN0PR20MB3765.namprd20.prod.outlook.com>

National Federation of the Blind
San Francisco Chapter
Meeting Minutes
Meeting held on: Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 6:30 PM
Location: Zoom
1.	Call to Order and Introductions
Bobbi invited members to share their name, pronouns, any identities they would like to share and what makes them feel loved.
?	Board members present: Bobbi Pompey, Christina Daniels, Laura Millar, Monica Wegner, Sara Hadsell, Serena Olsen
?	Members: Jeanette T, Steven Sanith, Sherri Albers, Tarin, Jeff Buckwalter, Lisa Irving, Jamie Tomeselo, Amy Mason, Rochelle, Lisamaria Martinez, Ginnie Prince
2.	Reports
a.	Secretary?s Report
?	Monica reported that she emailed the minutes of the January 2024 meeting to the listserv.
?	A motion was made and carried to approve the Secretary?s report.
b.	Treasurer?s report
?	Sara delivered the treasurers report. Reported bank balance is $896.60. The Venmo balance is $280. Total balances are $1,176.60.
?	Sara now has Zelle and people are able to pay dues via Zelle if desired.
?	Annual dues are $10 and are payable in January. If anyone wants to pay dues and are using PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle, please use this information to pay:
Sara Hadsell, 510-387-0766, SaraAHadsell at gmail.com.
The address for payment of checks is 585 9th St, Oakland, CA 94607. If paying by PayPal, you must do it on a computer, which is where you can select that you are paying a friend, rather than purchasing an item. The PayPal phone app is set up for commercial purchases.
?	A motion was made and carried to approve the Treasurer?s report.
c.	Presidential release recap
Monica summarized President Riccobono?s monthly presidential release. A transcript of the release is available at < https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/presidential-releases/transcripts/presidential-release-535>
d.	Legislative report: Legislative information was provided in the President?s report summary.
3.	Chapter business
a.	National Convention
?	The National Convention will take place from July 3rd through July 8th in Orlando Florida at the Rosen Center hotel. Hotel rates are $129 for single and double rooms and $149 for triple and quads. There is a 13.5% tax and a $146 deposit. To reserve, call 800-204-7234.
?	If you are a first time attendee, you can apply for the Kenneth Jernigan scholarship through April 15th. The online application is available at https://nfb.org/form/kenneth-jernigan-convention-scho.
?	If you are a student and would like to apply for the NFB scholarship, applications are now open. See <https://nfb.org/programs-services/scholarships-and-awards/scholarship-program>
b.	State convention:
?	The NFB of California Convention will take place on March 14 through 17 in Sacramento. This will be a hybrid in-person online convention.
?	Hotel bookings are open at the Rancho Cordova. King rooms are $139 and doubles are $149. Room rates are available through February 21.
?	Registration for the Convention is open on <www.nfbcal.org> . Pre-registration is $30 and banquet tickets are $65 each. Children under 12 are admitted free.
?	NFB of California scholarships are open with an application deadline of February 18. Interested applicants can go to www.nfbcal.org and follow the links for scholarships.
?	Bobbi will be in charge of the hospitality suite. It is a place where new folks can come, ask questions, and get oriented. If you would like to volunteer for shifts to greet people and be one of the friendly faces, Please let Bobbi know.
?	We will have a go green this spring theme for our online auction basket. A motion was made and passed to donate $100 of chapter funds to auction basket items.
?	A motion was made and passed to give $50 of chapter funds to the affiliate during the role call and also donate $50 for a door prize.
c.	Chapter Elections
?	An election was held for the position of President for a two year term. Monica Wegner nominated Bobbi Pompey. Bobbi accepted and was elected by acclamation.
?	An election was held for the position of First Vice President for a two year term. Laura Millar nominated Christina Daniels. Christina accepted and was elected by acclamation.
?	An election was held for the position of Second Vice President for a two year term. Lisa Irving nominated Laura Millar. Laura accepted and was elected by acclamation.
?	An election was held for the position of Secretary for a one year term. There were no nominations for this position.
?	An election was held for a Board Member position for a term of one year. Laura Millar nominated Jeanette T. Jeanette accepted and was elected by acclamation.
4.	Bell Ringers
a.	Laura was one of 15 professionals that will help shape what people will learn in health education.
b.	Lisa and her husband called the sheriffs on an Uber driver refusal. The driver was charged with a misdemeanor.
5.	Adjourn: A motion was made and passed to adjourn the meeting.
These minutes have not been approved by the members.


From bernieslife at icloud.com  Tue Feb 27 21:05:20 2024
From: bernieslife at icloud.com (bernieslife at icloud.com)
Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2024 13:05:20 -0800
Subject: [NFBSF] Air Carrier Access Survey
Message-ID: <008b01da69c0$b0c52b80$124f8280$@icloud.com>

FYI, 

 

Dots and Dashes

February 26, 2024


 


January's Volunteer of the Month


 

Congratulations to Monica Svopa, who was voted Volunteer of the Month for
January!

 


Bringing Your Kids to Convention?


 

In the past ACB has offered our Kids Club to convention attendees for
children ages 5 to 13. Before we confirm the hiring of kids club leaders and
begin scheduling events, I'd like to determine if there is interest in our
holding kids club. 

 

If you are considering bringing your children to Jacksonville, please email
Janet by March 15 at  <mailto:Janet.dickelman at gmail.com>
Janet.dickelman at gmail.com, or call her at (651) 428-5059.

 


Register Now for the Audio Description Institute


 

ACB's Audio Description Project's 23rd Audio Description Institute will be
held virtually April 8-12, from 1 to 5 p.m. each day.

 

Participation is strictly limited. The Institute will issue ACB-sponsored
certificates to all successful participants confirming completion of this
professional description training program. 

 

To register, visit
<https://4eqo4f5ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001LOX5UohjCaCz5iwbjxpyW0Gtz4tYIW0ApA
CnQXPM--LFzzA7go_Ao5UNsinOnlBimt5clYCJnAOnNk6Cjz97D5aQi2_jMu9c0tY4UPIswIEib3
tAr80c2Rzg3p2FT7Dc-UsqT5LFfms9DzE9Ovb3HT7Nw1TykJAH-FpzH8GbdalNIOCOvtUQ4jf3lK
LnW5q_Gk2oaxvlCkJXIdkS4cikxeD-OVjD7u6ObWm-VqgxddQ=&c=V3OuFoGgA1szJ6g_x3_uyn6
hkGZFeZIzZgFCXdWVCw2R6Ul97mVqGw==&ch=KRMWA-KI3rxsyp9skwlMpWDTffjG64qJheCQkoI
dhjoKEcJO5_K9dw==>
https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E144393&id=94.


 


A Reminder from the Awards Committee


 

The Awards Committee is searching for nominees who you feel are deserving of
national recognition for their work in ACB or the blindness community.
Awards will be presented at the 2024 conference and convention in
Jacksonville, Fla. For the full list of awards, and their criteria, visit
<https://4eqo4f5ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001LOX5UohjCaCz5iwbjxpyW0Gtz4tYIW0ApA
CnQXPM--LFzzA7go_Ao5UNsinOnlBiekZtD72uaZP_xWunhbLGkHqQtNNPmv9_6Ta5dGRKpxxO27
8y_DV1Kz_rSoQ9CCsmEVaAtCcwmdz7PBIv-zdkeD70mB5cR_DMnlB244fFHg_mWCLDpFdqNA==&c
=V3OuFoGgA1szJ6g_x3_uyn6hkGZFeZIzZgFCXdWVCw2R6Ul97mVqGw==&ch=KRMWA-KI3rxsyp9
skwlMpWDTffjG64qJheCQkoIdhjoKEcJO5_K9dw==>
https://www.acb.org/call-nominees-2024-acb-awards. 

 

All nomination letters must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern
on April 1st, 2024. Letters received after that date will not be accepted.
We ask that letters be limited to no more than 750 words. Email your
nomination letters to  <mailto:acbawards1 at gmail.com> acbawards1 at gmail.com.

 


BOP Seeks to Award Writing Excellence


 

The ACB Board of Publications proudly recognizes excellence each year with
three annual writing awards. We are seeking nominations for the Ned E.
Freeman Excellence in Writing Award, the Vernon Henley Media Award, and the
Hollis Liggett Braille Free Press Award.

 

For a list of the awards and their criteria, visit
<https://4eqo4f5ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001LOX5UohjCaCz5iwbjxpyW0Gtz4tYIW0ApA
CnQXPM--LFzzA7go_Ao5UNsinOnlBidNAhPMqt-u1vdDAA6W8InzEES40i8kynfb28-zaFMUZEjB
fkdSBhRbVHdAS2Hp2anwqozSY2hvBxrLpTy_ieMGFkSAc8r7CxIP2FyOvP3bjg0W8CAKQaMXqbRV
P8Z84AQA3L520l0qs=&c=V3OuFoGgA1szJ6g_x3_uyn6hkGZFeZIzZgFCXdWVCw2R6Ul97mVqGw=
=&ch=KRMWA-KI3rxsyp9skwlMpWDTffjG64qJheCQkoIdhjoKEcJO5_K9dw==>
https://www.acb.org/bop-seeks-award-excellence-writing-media. 

 

All nominations must be submitted to the ACB Braille Forum Editor, Sharon
Lovering, with a postmark of no later than April 1, 2024. You may also
submit your nomination electronically to  <mailto:slovering at acb.org>
slovering at acb.org. All submissions should be accompanied by a cover letter
providing details about the nominee, including name, address, telephone
number and email address of the nominee, if known, and details about the
submission, its origin, and any other pertinent information. The return
address of the person making the nomination should be included in the cover
letter.

 


Call for Nominations for the 2024 ADP Awards


 

What do a chef, a museum, and a very large telescope have in common? They
were all recipients of a 2023 ADP Award! The ADP Awards recognize
achievement in audio description in seven categories, including media,
performing arts, museums, the public sector, and research and development.
Nominations will be accepted now through April 21, and the winners will be
announced in July at the ACB convention.

 

Any person, organization, or institution that fits in one of the categories
below and is involved in the research, development, production, design,
creation, and/or delivery of great audio description is eligible. You are
welcome to nominate yourself, your local theatre or museum, or a well-known
institution. 

 

Help us celebrate the people and organizations that are contributing
significantly to the growth of audio description.
<https://4eqo4f5ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001LOX5UohjCaCz5iwbjxpyW0Gtz4tYIW0ApA
CnQXPM--LFzzA7go_Ao7tDeYY5VarnXuTONrh-Wuwa2rma7NmcaZBiwWf0J-KNCIeCBOLiRQUbGZ
F7AeKcBvbg6z9orrtRO_jjL7d8gsF7wzHcnopNBY1t6wKxm5DVcEzuKi7O1Bg=&c=V3OuFoGgA1s
zJ6g_x3_uyn6hkGZFeZIzZgFCXdWVCw2R6Ul97mVqGw==&ch=KRMWA-KI3rxsyp9skwlMpWDTffj
G64qJheCQkoIdhjoKEcJO5_K9dw==> Submit your nomination online before April
21, 2024.

 


ICDR Launches Research Portfolio


 

The Interagency Committee on Disability Research (ICDR) recently launched
the Interagency Rehabilitation and Disability (IRAD) Research Portfolio. The
IRAD Research Portfolio is a searchable, government-wide inventory of
disability, independent living, and rehabilitation research. Its purpose is
to enable trend and data analysis across federal agencies, with a goal of
aiding collaboration and coordination. 

 

The Research Portfolio currently features data from five federal agencies:
the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF),
Veterans Affairs (VA), Administration for Community Living (ACL), and the
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) from fiscal years 2016 to 2023. The ICDR
plans to expand the Research Portfolio to include data from more years and
agencies.

 


University of Washington Research Study


 

Researchers at the University of Washington are investigating if technology
can play a supplementary role in how blind or low-vision parents or adult
relatives and their children discuss or co-create physical artwork. Arts and
crafts play an integral part of many children's lives, through school
projects, extra-curricular activities, and more. However, many of these art
pieces are often 2D visual creations, which can be inaccessible for blind or
low-vision relatives. We are conducting a study to understand blind or
low-vision parents' or relatives' current practices of engaging with their
children's visual artwork.

 

We are looking to recruit English-speaking adults who are blind or
low-vision and have children relatives who create visual artwork. If you're
interested, fill out the form at
<https://4eqo4f5ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001LOX5UohjCaCz5iwbjxpyW0Gtz4tYIW0ApA
CnQXPM--LFzzA7go_Ao5UNsinOnlBimNjaEJ6ORneK6-Zv_eD7qXCVm573U_hE6-NqnvezY49Uv_
O2J3G7nT0IRrn-h4HlS8N206OtPTapx8MVfdwJLF34PRradBGbm633rCG3Gsk=&c=V3OuFoGgA1s
zJ6g_x3_uyn6hkGZFeZIzZgFCXdWVCw2R6Ul97mVqGw==&ch=KRMWA-KI3rxsyp9skwlMpWDTffj
G64qJheCQkoIdhjoKEcJO5_K9dw==> https://forms.gle/FiBD2KNpmbWgQcxc6. Or you
may email Arnavi Chheda-Kothary at  <mailto:chheda at cs.washington.edu>
chheda at cs.washington.edu. 


Stargardt's Summit


 

The Stargardt's Summit will be held on Thursday, February 29 at 1 p.m.
Eastern time. Learn about the newest research, explore adaptive living
resources, hear impactful patient stories, and connect with others going
through a similar journey! This year's event is hosted by The Carroll Center
for the Blind, in partnership with Foundation Fighting Blindness, Prevent
Blindness, and The Blind Life.

 

The summit will have a patient panel, a medical/research panel, and an
accessibility and adaptive strategies panel. To learn more, or to register,
visit
<https://4eqo4f5ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001LOX5UohjCaCz5iwbjxpyW0Gtz4tYIW0ApA
CnQXPM--LFzzA7go_Ao5UNsinOnlBiRPgzaFhL7DpW5DCr-sDgP5y0X5q_a1g00pYDROx5bUD8U7
eSCH0FbvDPgiIAY9UqIS9dszFMwz1dlJarA_DsmFJr665RRfHI&c=V3OuFoGgA1szJ6g_x3_uyn6
hkGZFeZIzZgFCXdWVCw2R6Ul97mVqGw==&ch=KRMWA-KI3rxsyp9skwlMpWDTffjG64qJheCQkoI
dhjoKEcJO5_K9dw==> http://tinyurl.com/bp6xaevs. 

 


AAPD 2024 Fall Internship Program


 

The 2024 AAPD Fall Internship Program Application is now accepting
applications! AAPD's Internship Program places students and recent graduates
with disabilities in paid internships. 

 

The Fall Internship Program will be fully virtual. Ten interns will be
selected to complete remote internships at placement sites. Interns will
work part-time for 15 hours a week, and be paid $18/hour. The program will
run for 14 weeks from September 3 to December 6, 2024.

 

Interested potential applicants can join a virtual information session on
Monday, March 4 from 4 to 5 p.m. Eastern to learn more about the program and
the application process and get your questions answered. CART and ASL will
be provided. The session will be recorded and available on the AAPD website.

 

For more information, visit
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email to  <mailto:internships at aapd.com> internships at aapd.com, or call (202)
975-0241.

 


Multiple Perspectives on Access, Inclusion & Disability Conference 


 

The 24th annual Multiple Perspectives On Access, Inclusion & Disability
Conference will be held April 8th and 9th at the Columbus campus of the Ohio
State University. Featured speakers include Scot Danforth, Siva Priya
Santhanam, and others. 

 

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https://web.cvent.com/event/b7d98b63-e0ec-44c2-81b6-07eafa19c85f/summary. 

 


Envision Conference East


 

Envision Conference East 2024 is scheduled for April 11-13, at the Salus
University campus in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. This unique conference,
co-hosted with Pennsylvania College of Optometry and the William Feinbloom
Vision Rehabilitation Center, stands out as a pivotal event for
professionals in vision rehabilitation and research, offering a
comprehensive variety of interactive sessions and presentations.

 

Envision Conference East is an in-depth gathering of professionals that aims
to bridge practice gaps while showcasing the latest in rehabilitation
techniques, research and technological advancements. It is the only event of
its kind that fosters multidisciplinary collaboration among vision
professionals across the United States. Participants are encouraged to take
register by March 3, with details available on the Envision Conference
website.

 


Stick & Poke


 

Zachary Blair is a filmmaker and artist from New York City, who is currently
working on a short film titled "Stick & Poke." It's about a visual artist
who is diagnosed with LHON and rediscovers her creative path after she's
lost her vision. I have found many inspiring stories about artists who have
found a creative life after their vision loss, and that's exactly the kind
of story I want to tell. We would love to speak to people with LHON to make
sure our material is an accurate and positive representation. If you are
interested in sharing your personal experiences with LHON, you can reach me
via email at  <mailto:zrblair at flicksbyzeebz.com> zrblair at flicksbyzeebz.com.
I can send you questions, or we can schedule a phone call. To learn more
about me and my work, visit Flicksbyzeebz.com. 

 


Best and Worst States for Eye Health


 

 
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O5_K9dw==> RX-Safety today released a study on the
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Best & Worst States for Eye Health after analyzing seven key factors in all
50 states and D.C. using the most recent data from the CDC, KFF, and BLS. 

 

The 10 best states are Hawaii, California, Oregon, Washington, Iowa, New
York, Utah, Maryland, Colorado, and Alaska. 

 

The 10 worst states are West Virginia, Kentucky, D.C., Florida, Mississippi,
Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and South Carolina. 

 


Air Carrier Access Act Survey


 

At the recommendation of the US Department of Transportation's (DOT) Air
Carrier Access Act Advisory Committee, a working group is examining barriers
and solutions for passengers with disabilities who need disability-related
assistance during air travel, which may require them to ask for help, or
"self-identify" their needs to a service provider. A "service provider" may
be an airline, an airport, or a contractor that provides accessibility
services. The working group's goal is to help passengers with disabilities
let service providers know that they need help during the travel process.

 

The purpose of this survey is to identify barriers and solutions that will
help with the working group's creation of best practices and guidance.

 

When completing questions about possible solutions, we ask that you use each
question's text field to provide information on potential issues, best
practices, implementation, and timelines for those solutions.

 

The survey is designed to work well with screen readers and other assistive
technologies, but if you experience accessibility difficulties due to the
survey's formatting, an alternative format of this survey can be made
available upon request at (202) 626-4211.

 

Access the survey here:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FZP6TJQ

 

From, 

 

Lisa Irving 


