National Federation of the Blind Presidential Releases - English

The National Federation of the Blind

The presidential release is a monthly audio message from President Mark A. Riccobono that highlights the current activities of the National Federation of the Blind.

  1. May 28

    Presidential Release #561, June 2026

    President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind Presidential Release #561. He highlights the significance of the upcoming national convention in Austin, Texas. He emphasizes the importance of members’ engagement in shaping local and national policy, regardless of whether they attend the convention in person. He also announces the spring fundraising drive, which offers contributors of $25 or more a chance to win prizes while raising expectations for blind people. He concludes with customary closing remarks. Important links: nfb.org/convention nfb.org/give25

    25 min

  2. May 1

    Presidential Release #560, May 2026

    President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Presidential Release #560. He shares the announcement of the US Department of Justice’s interim final rule delaying the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II web accessibility rule, which requires and enforces accessibility standards for state and local government websites and mobile applications. He explains the history of the ADA, why the rule is significant, and how it affects the lives of blind Americans. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

    28 min

  3. Mar 27

    Presidential Release #559, April 2026

    President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Presidential Release #559. He shares an update on the upcoming national convention. He discusses the NFB’s involvement in shaping Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and its impact on people with disabilities. He also emphasizes the importance of preserving the history of the organized blind movement and encourages chapters to document their efforts. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

    14 min

  4. Feb 27

    Presidential Release #558, March 2026

    President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind Presidential Release #558. He encourages all to attend the national convention in Austin, Texas, and emphasizes the importance of membership in setting the organization’s priorities and policies. He also announces a survey that will be distributed to new members to gather feedback on the onboarding process. He provides legislative updates following the Washington Seminar. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

    24 min

  5. Jan 30

    Presidential Release #557, February 2026

    President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind Presidential Release #557. He recaps our week of advocacy at the NFB Washington Seminar and shares highlights from his trip to the World Blind Union meeting, underscoring the Federation’s influence among blind organizations worldwide. He also includes his opening remarks from the Great Gathering-In, emphasizing the importance of the 2026 NFB Washington Seminar for blind Americans. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

    31 min

  6. Jan 2

    Presidential Release #556, January 2026

    President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Presidential Release #556. He reminds members to pay their annual dues and browse their member profile to access exclusive member benefits. He outlines the 2026 legislative priorities and emphasizes the importance of advocating for legislation that improves the lives of blind Americans. He also encourages engagement with NFB publications to spark chapter discussion, share hope, and contribute to the community’s wisdom. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.   Important link: nfb.org/washington-seminar

    23 min

  7. 11/26/2025

    Presidential Release #555, December 2025

    President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Presidential Release #555. He champions the accomplishments the organized blind movement made this year through our collective action, advocacy, and commitment to raising expectations for blind people. He encourages members to share their ideas about how we can strengthen the movement and shape our priorities for 2026. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

    26 min

  8. 10/30/2025

    Presidential Release #554, November 2025

    President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Presidential Release #554. He highlights the upcoming eighty-fifth anniversary of the NFB’s founding on November 16 and emphasizes the importance of understanding history to help shape the future of the movement. He encourages members and chapters to listen to the new podcast, Walking Alone and Marching Together, to spark conversation about how our collective action can continue to advance equality, affirm self-expression, and raise expectations for the blind. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

    16 min
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