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Week of Jun 26th
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On Site and Streamed: AABT Virtual Breakfast & Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2
On Site and Streamed: AABT Virtual Breakfast & Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2
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July 2, 2022The history of the Statue of Liberty – A humorous and insightful program from the most requested historical speaker in Nebraska! Presenter: Darrel W. Draper, Plattsmouth NE.
On Site Event: AABT Breakfast and Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215On Site Event: AABT Breakfast and Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215
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July 2, 2022The history of the Statue of Liberty – A humorous and insightful program from the most requested historical speaker in Nebraska! Presenter: Darrel W. Draper, Plattsmouth NE.
Goal Ball – found in room CHI 203 (CEU Eligible)Goal Ball – found in room CHI 203 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022Up For Some Exciting Fun? Try Goalball! Start your day with the premier team sport for the VI/Blind, the sport of GOALBALL! This three on three sport can be played recreationally or competitively. Yes, it’s challenging. Yes, it’s physical. And you better bet it is extremely fun! During this three hour session we will learn how to play, what are the adaptations to the game, and even will give you plenty of opportunity to strap on some pads and give it a try in a real game. Bring the entire family!!!
AAVIA and Advocacy Committee: Civil Rights Panel – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)AAVIA and Advocacy Committee: Civil Rights Panel – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022We discuss recent achievements, ongoing legal efforts, current risks and opportunities in the courts concerning issues of importance to members of ACB.
RSVA: All about the Nebraska Business Enterprise Program – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)RSVA: All about the Nebraska Business Enterprise Program – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022This session will highlight the Business Enterprise Program in Nebraska. Learn how vendors are trained, the types of facilities they have in the program, and some statistics of relevance: gross sales, number of facilities, number of vendors, etc. Also learn how blind persons can become a vendor in the state. Presenters: Eric Buckwalter, CVRCB, NBE Coordinator, Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Lincoln, Nebraska; Jim Jirak, Owner Jirak Enterprises, Omaha, Nebraska.
ACBS, Blind Activism and Advocacy Panel – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)ACBS, Blind Activism and Advocacy Panel – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022Join ACB Students for our panel on blind activism and advocacy with blind life coach Charlie Kramer and blind video editor, producer, and podcaster Lance Johnson! Come learn just how beautiful self-advocacy can be. Charlie and Lance will discuss their life experiences, outlooks on blindness, and advice for blind students with us.
RSVA: The Value of Randolph-Sheppard Business Enterprises as Career Opportunities – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)RSVA: The Value of Randolph-Sheppard Business Enterprises as Career Opportunities – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022Learn the benefits of this career option and how states find recruits. Also learn the skills needed and the education and training that is provided. Presenters: Eric Buckwalter, CVRCB, NBE Coordinator, Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Lincoln, Nebraska; John Gordon, Bureau Chief and Acting BEP Director, Illinois Department for the Blind, Chicago, IL; Patrick Martin, RSVF Vendor, Tallahassee, Florida. Co-sponsored by the ACB Rehabilitation Task Force.
RSVA: Outlook Enrichment Assistance – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)RSVA: Outlook Enrichment Assistance – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022What is Outlook Enrichment Assistance? Learn about the differing technologies and skills training that assist those entering the vending program and other careers. Paulette Monthei BSW, MPA, Enrichment Executive Director, Omaha, Nebraska; Alex Curtis, NE Vendor Trainee, Omaha, Nebraska.
Come Tailgate with ACBDA – found in room HH Grand A/BCome Tailgate with ACBDA – found in room HH Grand A/B
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July 2, 2022Join ACB Diabetics In Action Sugar Warriors, the Get Up and Get Moving Campaign and the Brenda Dillon Memorial Walk Team as we collaborate together for some fun, prizes, tasty snacks and a cash bar! The tailgate party starts at 5:00 PM CST and will remain open during the walk and for a time after the walk concludes. This will be a great time to hear from some of our Health Heroes, socialize with members of ACBDA, Get Up and Get Moving and Brenda Dillon Walk organizers and friends! So, register for the walk and join the fun!
Walking Everywhere! – found in room HH Grand Ballroom Foyer and Heard on ACB Media 1Walking Everywhere! – found in room HH Grand Ballroom Foyer and Heard on ACB Media 1
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July 2, 2022Lace up your shoes, grab your water bottle, and be ready to be energized. Join the ACB Walk committee as we gather to raise money for ACB and its affiliates, get some exercise by traversing the halls of the convention hotel and the convention center, and make a grand entrance to kick off the opening general session of the convention.