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Braille Monitor Vol. 67, No. 3, March 2024
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
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Braille Monitor Vol. 67, No. 2, February 2024
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
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Braille Monitor Vol. 67, No. 1, January 2024
The Flagship Publication of the National Federation of the Blind
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Braille Monitor Vol. 66, No. 11, December 2023
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/
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Braille Monitor Vol. 66, No. 10, November 2023
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
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Braille Monitor Vol. 66, No. 9, October 2023
Contents
Illustration: Celebrating our Work throughout the Movement
Together Living Blindfully: Perspectives on the Wisdom of the Shared Blind Community
by Jonathan Mosen
Blindness, Hope, and Belief from Liberia to Littleton and Back
by Dan Burke
Idaho’s Blind Share Our Stories on YouTube
by Ramona Walhof
Yes, Virginia, Chapters Can Pass Resolutions
by Daniel Garcia
Guillory Presented the National Educator of Blind Children Award
by Cathi Cox-Boniol
Gary Van Dorn, “Go to Guy” at NFBCO, wins Minoru Yasui Community Volunteer Award
by Cindy Piggott
Reflecting on the Ten-Year Anniversary of the Marrakesh Treaty
by Marc Maurer
We Should All Live Ambitiously
by John G. Paré
Aiming Big to Achieve Our Objectives
by Jeff Kaloc
Progress on Medical Access and Equal Wages
by Justin Young
My Journey of Discovery, Risk, and Reward
by Jesse Shirek
Save the Date: 2024 Washington Seminar
by Kyle Walls
Monitor Miniatures
Photos:
Jonathan Mosen
Dan Burke
Ramona Walhof
Daniel Garcia
Cathi Cox-Boniol
Cindy Piggott
Gary Van Dorn
Marc Maurer
John Pare
Jeff Kaloc
Justin Young
Jesse Shirek
Kyle Walls
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.youtube.com/@idahosblind.
https://cocenter.org/blindness-hope-and-belief-from-liberia-to-littleton-and-back/
https://www.ndhope.org/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVeCG7_EhrM
www.minyasui.org.
https://nfb.org/presidential-releases