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Vol. 67, No. 4                                                                                             April 2024
 
Contents
 
Enhancing Live Radio Broadcasts at Major Sporting Events: A Partnership with the Utah Jazz
by Everett Bacon and Mark Riccobono
 
How to Host an Event that no one Attends Absent-Tea
by Cindy Scott-Huisman
 
Red, White, and Blind: Your Way, If Not My Way, Toward Serving
by Kyle Ryan Kiper
 
To Equalize the World of Audio, Let's Add Accessibility to the Mix
by Michelle Guadalupe Felix Garcia
 
Fighting the War on ‘Image Poverty’
by Claire Rojstaczer
 
The Advantages of a Smartwatch and Three that are Currently Available
by Karl Belanger, Kennedy Zimnik, and Matt Hackert
 
Believe It or Not
by Peggy Chong
 
Blind Courtesy
by Marc Maurer
 
Recap of the USM Digital Accessibility Transformational Seminar, October 2023
by Nancy O’Neill
 
Revolution
by Maurice Peret
 
Reinterpreting and Expanding "The Right to Live in the World”
by Adrienne Asch
 
Governor Morehead School: An Interview with Director Melvin Diggs
by LaShawna Fant
 
Medical devices with screens aren’t accessible to the blind. Congress has chance to change that........................................................................................................
by Lizzy Lawrence
 
A Brief Recap of the National Association of Blind Students Mid-Winter Seminar
by Lauren Altman
 
Photo and Web List
Issue: [APRIL 2024]
Photos:
Everett Bacon
Mark Riccobono
Cindy Scott-Huisman
Kyle Ryan Kper
Michell Guadalupe Felix Garcia
Claire Rojstaczer
Chancey Fleet
Karl Belanger
Kennedy Zimnik
Matt Hackert
Peggy Chong
Helen May Martin
Marc Maurer
Nancy O’Neill
Maurice Peret
Adrienne Asch
LaShawna Fant
Melvin Diggs
Lauren Altman
 
Web Links:
www.nfb.org
www.nfbnet.org
Facebook.com/nationalfederationoftheblind
YouTube.com/NationsBlind
www.nfb.org/planned-giving
www.nfb.org/make-gift
https://encyclopedia.densho.org/Revolution_of_1954/
https://www.smashwords.com/books/byseries/24325
www.nfbar.org
 loc.gov/ThatAllMayRead

Vol. 67, No. 3                                                                                                              March 2024
 
Contents
 
Convention Bulletin 2024
 
The 2024 Washington Seminar: Back in the Groove Again
by Gary Wunder
 
The Significance of Washington Seminar 2024
by Mark Riccobono
 
Washington Seminar Agenda
 
Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act (H.R. 5813/S. 2984)
 
Medical Device Nonvisual Accessibility Act (H.R. 1328/S. 3621)
 
Blind Americans Return to Work Act
 
Additional Legislative Concerns of Blind Americans for the 118th Congress
 
How My Life Experience Led Me to Become a School Social Worker
by Jhaliyah Anderson
 
Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight
by Andrew Leland
Reviewed by Deborah Kendrick
 
Attend the 2024 NFB National Convention If You Dare
by Karl Smith
 
Rethinking Our Approach: A Call for Solidarity in the Ride-Share Industry
by Maurice Peret
 
Coffee with an NFB Staff Member: Beth Braun
 
My First NFB Convention: Definitely Memorable but Partially for the Wrong Reason
by Leah Campbell
 
Helping Out: How Chores at Home May Pave the Way to Future Employment for Blind Youth
by Julie Deden
 
Knowledge is Sweet: A Seminar presented the Diabetes Action Network
by Debbie Wunder
 
Cindy Scott-Huisman, Owner of Cantrell Gallery and Custom Framing in Little Rock, Learned to adapt to Her Vision Loss
by Sean Clancy
 
Photo and Web List
Issue: [MARCH 2024]
 
Photos:
Convention hotel
Gary Wunder
MAR
Jhaliyah Anderson
Andrew Leland
Deborah Kendrick
Karl Smith
Maurice Peret
Beth Braun
Leah Campbell
Julie Deden
Debbie Wunder
Seann Clancy (external journalist)
Cindy Scott-Huisman
Washington Seminar photos – check with Gary
 
Web Links:
www.nfb.org
www.nfbnet.org
Facebook.com/nationalfederationoftheblind
YouTube.com/NationsBlind
www.nfb.org/planned-giving
www.nfb.org/make-gift
https://www.govtech.com/transportation/labor-ruling-offers-unionization-path-to-uber-lyft-drivers
https://www.govtech.com/transportation/labor-ruling-offers-unionization-path-to-uber-lyft-drivers
https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2021-07-21/uber-and-lyft-rideshare-drivers-strike-rally-for-pro-act-union
https://newmobility.com/when-an-accessible-hotel-reservation-doesnt-guarantee-anything/?mc_cid=46f4c949b7
nfb.org/pac
https://newmobility.com/when-an-accessible-hotel-reservation-doesnt-guarantee-anything/?mc_cid=46f4c949b7
 
https://www.census.gov/newsroom/facts-for-features/2023/disabilities-act.html
https://www.statista.com/statistics/262966/number-of-internet-users-in-selected-countries/#:~:text=Countries%20with%20the%20highest%20number%20of%20internet%20users%202023&text=As%20of%20January%202023%2C%20China,around%20311%20million%20internet%20users
https://connectedmed.com/resources/post-pandemic-telehealth-utilization-settles-in-at-20-or-less-of-medical-appointments/
https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2018/12/12/how-far-americans-live-from-the-closest-hospital-differs-by-community-type/
 https://www.japha.org/article/S1544-3191(22)00233-3/fulltext
https://ncd.gov/progressreport/2016/progress-report-october-2016

Vol. 67, No. 2                                                                                             February 2024
 
Contents
 
Convention Bulletin 2024
 
How Blessed to be Living a Life in which Gratitude Plays a Part
by Gary Wunder
 
How Difficult it Sometimes is to be a Good Citizen
by Rose Warner
 
Not Letting the Flood of Doubt Win
by Marinela Ortiz
 
The 2023 End of Year Board Meeting
by Gary Wunder
 
An Interview with Kimble Funchess: Mississippi School for the Blind's Music Educator
by LaShawna Fant
 
Tom Page: Musician, Audio Engineer, Mentor
 
Marilyn Green: Passionate Advocate, Energetic Worker, and Lover of Connecting with People
 
When Braille is not the Total Answer
by Gary Wunder
 
Eureka! It All Matters!
by Cary Supalo
 
Voting Using Android Phones/Tablets
by Curtis Chong
 
My Career Story
by Shelley Keeland
 
The Blind Encyclopedist
by Tyler Zahnke
 
My Perspective on the Ninety-Third Leadership Seminar
by Cindy Scott-Huisman
 
Introducing Menus4ALL: The iPhone App That Makes Restaurant Menus Accessible for Everyone
by Stephanie Jones
 
Monitor Miniatures
 
 
Photo and Web List
Issue: [FEBRUARY]
Photos:
Gary Wunder
Rose Warner
Marinela Ortiz
LaShawna Fant
Kimble Funchess
Tom Page
Marilyn Green
Cary Supalo
Curtis Chong
Shelley Keeland
Tyler Zahnke
Cindy Scott-Huisman
Stephanie Jones
Web Links:
www.nfb.org
www.nfbnet.org
Facebook.com/nationalfederationoftheblind
YouTube.com/NationsBlind
www.nfb.org/planned-giving
www.nfb.org/make-gift
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094348626318&mibextid=LQQJ4d
https://www.instagram.com/mindfulnessthroughmusicllc?igsh=ZGNjOWZkYTE3MQ==
https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/first-timers-guide
menus4all.com

The Flagship Publication of the National Federation of the Blind

Vol. 66, No. 11                                                                       December 2023
 
                                                       Contents
 
Illustration: Karla Gilbride Confirmed to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
 
Convention Bulletin 2024
 
Convention Location Update and Planning
by Mark Riccobono
 
Innovation Rocks: Positive Progress Centered on the BlindAn Address Delivered by Mark A. Riccobono, President
 
Securing Equal Protection under the Law: The Essential Role of the Organized Blind Movement
by Eve Hill
 
The 2024 Blind Educator of the Year Award
by Robin House
 
Shattering Injustice and Raising Expectations: Dedication to Equality by a Blind Attorney
by Karla Gilbride
 
Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income Updates for 2024
by Jesse Shirek
 
From California to Illinois—Powered by Braille
by Rachel Held
 
O’Rourke Completes 6-week Fundraising Bike Ride for Blind
by Amalie Benjamin
 
Pit Stop Party at Kirkwood Library: NHL Referee Dan O’Rourke Bikes Route 66 for Braille Literacy Fundraising
by Julie Brown Patton
 
The 2024 Dr. Jacob Bolotin Awards
by Everette Bacon
 
It Matters What We Do, Not Who We Are
by Geerat J. Vermeij
 
Announcing the NFB 2024 Scholarship Program
by Cayte Mendez
 
My Experiences as a Deafblind Participant in our 2023 National Convention
by Maurice Mines
 
We Have Work to Do: Reflections on Changing the Blind Employment Paradigm
by Mary Fernandez
 
Braille Books and Contest Cash
by Sandy Halverson
 
The 2024 Distinguished Educator of Blind Students Award
by Carla McQuillan
 
Veteran finishes the Half-Marathon at the Cleveland Marathon, while serving as an Inspiration for Blind Athletes
by Irie Harris, Cleveland.com
 
Eleven Seasonal Acts of Kindness
by LaShawna Fant
 
Monitor Miniatures
 
 
 
Photo and Web List
Issue: [DECEMBER 2023]
Photos:
Hotel for convention bulletin
Mark Riccobono
Anne Lancaster
Eve Hill
Robin House
Karla Gilbride
Jesse Shirek
Rachel Held
Dan O’Rourke
Amalie Benjamin (outside journalist)
Julie Brown Patton (outside journalist)
Everett Bacon
Geerat J. Vermeij
Cayte Mendez
Maurice Mines
Mary Fernandez
Sandy Halverson
Carla McQuillan
Irie Harris (outside journalist)
LaShawna Fant
 
Web Links:
www.nfb.org
www.nfbnet.org
Facebook.com/nationalfederationoftheblind
YouTube.com/NationsBlind
www.nfb.org/planned-giving
www.nfb.org/make-gift
www.nfb.org/scholarship
https://www.ablenrc.org/
https://nfb.org/programs-services/early-childhood-initiatives/santa-letters
www.leaderdog.org
http://www.west.net/~bpbooks/mhp.html
https://nfb.org/bolotin
www.actionfund.beanstack.org
https://nfb.org/images/nfb/documents/pdf/distinguished-educator-of-blind-students-award-form-fillable.pdf
https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/statement-board-directors-federation-community-regarding-location
http://www.cityoforlando.net/police/lgbtqsafeplace/
https://socialoffset.org/about-us/

Vol. 66, No. 10                                                                       November 2023
 
                                                       Contents
 
An Apology and Thoughts about What Goes Into an Editorial Note
by Gary Wunder
 
A Roller Coaster of Emotion: The Highs and Lows of Federal Regulations on Website Accessibility (or the Lack Thereof)
by Kyle Walls
 
Updating and Clarifying the Regulations Implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act
by Representative Tony Coelho
 
What is Blind: Reframing the Narrative
by Casey Martin
 
Words Matter
by Michael Hingson
 
Unlocking the Virtual Front Door—Ensuring Accessible Government Technology for People with Disabilities, Older Adults, and Veterans
 
A Blind Soprano's Experience with Stage Combat
by Madie Hendrix
 
Transformation of Jobs in the AbilityOne Program: Disability Advocacy, Leadership, and the Power of Concentrated Action
by Chai Feldblum
 
First Convention Experience
by Charles Ny
 
From Imagination to Reality: Celebrate the Power of Braille, Community, and Partnerships
 
Progress to Make the Web More Usable and Friendly for the Blind
 
Finding Opportunities That Are Helping Me Live the Life I Want
by Hillary McFadden
 
Voices of History: The Pitfall of Speaking for the Dead
by Gary Wunder
 
Monitor Miniatures
 
Photo and Web List
Issue: [November 2023]
Photos:
Gary Wunder
Kyle Walls
Tony Coelho
Casey Martin
Michael Hingson
Ronza Othman
Madie Hendrix
Chai Feldblum
Charles Ny
Julie Brown Patton
Dan O’Rourke
Hillary McFadden
Tom Anderson? ---- this is in the miniatures, but was an a death announcement, wasn’t sure if wanted to include a photo or not, will leave up to you and Gary
 
Web Links:
www.nfb.org
www.nfbnet.org
Facebook.com/nationalfederationoftheblind
YouTube.com/NationsBlind
www.nfb.org/planned-giving
www.nfb.org/make-gift
NFB.org/Contribute/Ride4Literacy
https://www.markey.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/resolution_on_rehabilitation_act_of_1973_-_092623pdf1.pdf
https://special.usps.com/testkits/accessible
https://acl.gov/DIAL
https://youtube.com/@MadieHendrixSoprano?si=SJOnO0AbQz4YvuFw
https://www.facebook.com/MadieHendrixSoprano?mibextid=b06tZ0