ACB Media Calendar

In our second session we dive deep on what technology exists today that is both inclusive and accessible for everyone. What are the key aspects of each of the big players in the area of AI and why might you use one over the other. We uncover the last trends in AI across all of the big players and platforms, including Microsoft, Google, Apple, Open AI, and many others. This interactive session will allow guests to ask questions of our panel of experts to allow you to determine which platform is best for your specific situation. Co-sponsored by BITS and the Employment Committee

Learn how a grassroots ecosystem founded by blind attorneys is increasing accessibility one website, app, and tourist monument at a time in a country with one of the highest populations of blind people in the world. Find out how Mission Accessibility is making change happen. Receive lessons and tips to apply in your own advocacy. Presenter: Amar Jain, corporate attorney and Co-Founder, Mission Accessibility, Mumbai, India.

Learn how to find direction in your life and career. ACB Employment Committee member and author Sarah Freeman Smith will discuss her personal story and tools on her career journey as HR/Recruiting leader and now speaker and disability advocate.

The Rehab Issues Task Force will hold a panel on how some states have been successful at giving people with vision loss access to the programs and resources offered in the Workforce offices and therefore allowing for additional avenues to employment as well as the standard Vocational rehabilitation office blind service office.

Come learn about film festivals, streaming services, and alternative Video On Demand services that provide audio description that you never knew existed.

ACB Affiliates and Chapters in 2024 need to have a website to reach current and potential members. This session will walk you through the necessary tools you need to build your home on the web. From domain names to web hosting and content management systems, you’ll have a clear understanding of what is possible and how to take the first or next step to build your affiliates website even if you don’t have a technology background. Co-sponsored by BITS and the Berl Colley Leadership Committee

Discover how MuseScore empowers individuals who are blind or have low vision to independently create music scores. Through live demonstrations, attendees will learn to navigate this free and open-source music notation application using keyboard shortcuts and receive guidance on creating digital and hard copy print and braille music scores.

AAVL and Next Gen members are facing off. Trivia questions will cross generations as we try to stump each others’ knowledge of the eras. Come join the fun – even if you aren’t a member of either group yet. Smirks to laughter are mandatory! Some will be pretty easy and some will break your brain.