ACB Media Calendar

From extreme weather events (cold, heat, wind, or rain) to wild fires, how can people who are blind or have low vision plan and prepare for such events? Presenter: Professor Michael Ashley Stein, co-founder and Executive Director of the Harvard Law School Project on Disability, and a Visiting Professor at Harvard Law school since 2005.

Slack is a communication platform designed for teams and workplaces, facilitating collaboration through instant messaging, file sharing, and integration with various productivity tools. Slack provides channels for topic-specific discussions, direct messaging for private conversations, and supports video calls and screen sharing. But how do you get started using Slack? Join BITS and presenter Jack Falejczyk, as he helps us understand and get started using this popular platform. Jack will explain how to download and install the app on your PC, and create an account. Jack will also demonstrate how to begin using the platform, use of keyboard commands for increased efficiency, and more. Presenter: Jack Falejczyk, self-employed – Access Technology consultant, Chicago, IL

While blind musicians naturally hear music, reading it is also possible – and empowering – through Music Braille. This session offers an introduction to the Music Braille system, including its history, how it differs from literary braille, and the ways modern technology is transforming access to written music. Attendees will explore practical examples, learn strategies for understanding Music Braille signs, and gain insights into how to begin or enhance their own learning journey.

AI is taking the world by storm, and there are many apps available for your iPhone that can help you take advantage of this powerful technology. In this session, iBug Today members Sandhya Rao and Brad Snyder take a look at several apps that can help you put this powerful technology to work for you. Presenters: Sandhya Rao, Vice-President and Director of Training, iBugToda, Houston, TX; Brad Snyder, Vice-President Blind Information Technology Specialist and iBugToday, SME, Dallas, TX

This session from ACBRA will feature a Podcast followed by time for questions with John Farina W2QCY on making radios accessible for blind and low vision hams.

Participating in a Lions Club or other organization can be very rewarding, but meaningful participation and leadership demand time, dedication and hard work. Whether you are just getting started in a Lions Club or another organization, or if you have been a member for some time and you want to explore new horizons in your leadership journey, our Lessons in Leadership Conference and Convention series will help you learn by example from the experiences of others.

What role does food play in your life? Do you view it as a way to fuel your body, experience pleasure, or manage your blood sugar levels? ACB Next Generation, in collaboration with ACB’s Mental Health and Wellness Committee and ACB Diabetics in Action, presents an opportunity for individuals to gain insight from three unique perspectives on relationships with food. Amanda Selm will discuss how she has adopted healthy habits and continues to reap benefits. Patricia Maddix will share how she successfully manages her relationship with food while living with Diabetes. Lastly, Pam Shaw will talk about her emotionally driven relationship with food. Together, let’s nourish our minds and explore the profound connection between food and our thoughts. Presenters: Amanda Selm, Immediate Past President of ACB Next Generation, Louisville KY Pam Shaw, Chair of ACB’s Mental Health and Wellness Committee; Patricia Maddix, ACB Diabetics in Action Board Member, Vancouver WA. Facilitators: Debby Green, First Vice President of the Kentucky Council of the Blind and Vice Chair of ACB’s Mental Health and Wellness Committee; Cassie Coyner, Secretary ACB Oregon, North Bend, OR