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Events in July 2023
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AABT Breakfast Broadcasting: Past, Present and Future
AABT Breakfast Broadcasting: Past, Present and Future
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July 1, 2023Learn about the fascinating history of broadcasting, explore the current state of broadcasting, and speculate about future trends and changes in the field. Andrea Darlas, Board member of the Museum Of Broadcast Communications, Chicago IL and Senior Director Of Constituent Engagement, University Of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, IL.
Janssen, (a subsidiary of Johnson and Johnson) invites you to join them for breakfast and a listening session on life experiences with retina degenerative diseasesJanssen, (a subsidiary of Johnson and Johnson) invites you to join them for breakfast and a listening session on life experiences with retina degenerative diseases
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July 1, 2023Janssen, (a subsidiary of Johnson and Johnson) invites you to join them for breakfast and a listening session on life experiences with retina degenerative diseases such as age-related Macular Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Stargardt, and Leber Congenital Amaurosis. Representatives from Janssen will be present to hear from you and our moderators Dan Spoone, ACB Interim Executive Director, Orlando, FL; Clark Rachfal, Director of Advocacy, Alexandria, VA
Schaumburg GBerl Colley Leadership: We’ve Got to Stop Meeting Like This!Berl Colley Leadership: We’ve Got to Stop Meeting Like This!
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July 1, 2023We, the members of the Difficult Council of the Blind, request the honor of your presence at our chapter meeting. Be prepared for a unique experience. After the meeting, there will be time for discussion that will focus on conducting effective meetings.
Schaumburg EBerl Colley Leadership: Happenings Since the Pandemic from the Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedBerl Colley Leadership: Happenings Since the Pandemic from the Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
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July 1, 2023What were the challenges as the Pandemic took hold? How did leaders respond to them? What changes that were made during the Pandemic have continued as we emerge from it? Dr. Janet Szlyk, President and CEO of the Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired will talk with us about how the Lighthouse adapted to the Pandemic and what they are doing as we move forward. She’ll also discuss what they learned from the Pandemic and how it is helping.
Schaumburg GCompassion Fatigue: When Helping You is Hurting MeCompassion Fatigue: When Helping You is Hurting Me
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July 1, 2023What is compassion fatigue? What are the signs? What to do about it? This engaging workshop will help you develop the self compassion tools you need to replenish your inner resources and take back your joy in giving.
Schaumburg EConfidently Communicate with CareConfidently Communicate with Care
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July 1, 2023Communication takes time and practice. Did you know you can not, not communicate? The first step to communicating effectively is to focus on ourselves and the way we talk and listen to each other. Join us as we learn about communication styles and methods at all levels, from exchanges in a professional setting, to advocating for your individual needs. As communicators we’re always a work in progress and by joining us today we hope you will be inspired to better communicate and be better heard.
Schaumburg ERSVA: All about the Illinois Business Enterprise ProgramRSVA: All about the Illinois Business Enterprise Program
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July 1, 2023This session will highlight the Business Enterprise Program in Illinois so participants will learn how they train vendors, the types of facilities they have in the program, and some statistics of relevance: gross sales, number of facilities, number of vendors, etc. They will also learn how blind persons can become a vendor in the state.
Schaumburg G3D Immersive Sound Experience3D Immersive Sound Experience
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July 1, 2023Back by popular demand, come with Tristan Snyder as he takes you on another 3D audio excursion to places real and fantastic. Put on your headphones and tune in to ACB Media to get the full, 3D sound experience, sit back and journey with us as we go from the ordinary to the unbelievable. We’d tell you what to expect, but where would be the fun in that? Life is an adventure, and this is one you won’t want to miss!
Schaumburg ERSVA: Tech it Out!RSVA: Tech it Out!
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July 1, 2023This session will have speakers telling about gadgets and tech used by blind persons. We’ll ask the audience for favorite ones.
Schaumburg GDevices and services accessibility at AmazonDevices and services accessibility at Amazon
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July 1, 2023Amazon obsesses about customer delight, and that includes customers with disabilities. In this session, we will discuss the latest accessibility features for Fire TV, Fire tablet, Echo Show, Echo Frames, and more. We will share more about Prime Video’s journey to make audio descriptions as common as captions, as well as text-to-speech voice improvements. We will also review the suite of award-winning Fire OS accessibility features that have been delighting Amazon’s customers with disabilities for years.
Schaumburg ERSVA: Tips and Tricks for the iPhone and MACRSVA: Tips and Tricks for the iPhone and MAC
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July 1, 2023Listeners will hear about using the iPhone more easily. Some great apps for the phone will also be discussed. You’ll also learn about programs on the MAC. Presenter: Diane Scalzi, Blind Information Technology Specialists Treasurer, Saint Clair Shores, MI
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To Mobility and Beyond: The Success with APS: Updates and User Stories
To Mobility and Beyond: The Success with APS: Updates and User Stories
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July 2, 2023We will receive updates on advocacy efforts in New York City and Chicago as well as perspectives on advocacy from a major provider of Accessible Pedestrian signals. Presenters: Karen Gourgey, Ray Campbell, and Chris Holloway, Polara Enterprises
Schaumburg EUpdate on Legal Issues Impacting People who are Blind or have Low VisionUpdate on Legal Issues Impacting People who are Blind or have Low Vision
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July 2, 2023Join a panel of legal experts who will update us on a wide range of recent legal decisions impacting the lives of people who are blind or have low vision.
Schaumburg GMaking the Case for a More Equitable Paratransit FutureMaking the Case for a More Equitable Paratransit Future
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July 2, 2023Several ACB members will describe the policy and service changes that a number of transit agencies have made to improve the equity and service outcomes of their paratransit systems. Speakers will also make recommendations for how individuals and ACB chapters can advocate for similar paratransit improvements in their home communities. Moderator: Ron Brooks, Founder and CEO, Accessible Avenue, Phoenix, AZ.
Schaumburg EStructured Negotiations and Legal Settlements: Are they effective enough and can we develop a better system for obtaining appropriate legal remedies for people with vision loss?Structured Negotiations and Legal Settlements: Are they effective enough and can we develop a better system for obtaining appropriate legal remedies for people with vision loss?
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July 2, 2023A panel of legal experts discusses whether current legal settlements and decisions are providing people who are blind or low vision with appropriate legal redress and whether it is possible to seek changes in the way we approach our civil rights litigation.
Schaumburg GRSVA Presentation Cooking Without LookingRSVA Presentation Cooking Without Looking
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July 2, 2023How we can ALL change theWayWeSeeBlindness Together. Speakers: Renee Rentmeester, Creator/Executive Producer, Albany, Georgia; Allen Preston, Host, West Palm Beach, FL; Annette Watkins, Host, Plantation, Florida
RSVA Presentation Cooking Without LookingMental Health Advocacy WorksMental Health Advocacy Works
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July 2, 2023How can you effectively advocate for your mental health needs? Who do you approach to help with your certain situation? Com join us as we have a discussion on how advocating for your mental health really works. Our guest will share valuable information that may help you in your day to day life. We can’t expect others to know what we need. We have to find the way to be proactive in advocating for ourselves.
Schaumburg GThe Supreme Court’s Term in Review: Featuring Bill PiattProse and PoetryProse and Poetry
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July 2, 2023Share some of your original work or just come listen. Material must be family friendly.
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Learn About all the Ways that Hadley Can Help
Learn About all the Ways that Hadley Can Help
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July 3, 2023After reinventing ourselves back in 2020, Hadley has quite a few things that we can offer to help those managing vision loss. Learn about the ways we can help people discover new ways to do things that have become more difficult with vision loss, including figuring out new braille curriculum. Hadley creats personalized learning opportunities that empower people to thrive at home, at work and in their communities. Marc Arneson, Director Of Community, Hadley, Winnetka, IL.
Schaumburg EUp Close and Personal with Jake WilliamsUp Close and Personal with Jake Williams
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July 3, 2023Library Users of America and Braille Revival League once again join to sponsor our visit with ACB narrator; this year it’s Jacob Williams.
Schaumburg GAdvocate for Yourself Any Place, Any Time, and Any Situation.Advocate for Yourself Any Place, Any Time, and Any Situation.
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July 3, 2023Did you know that you are already advocating? Every small conversation about blindness, or asking for accessible items you are advocating. Join us to hear a little bit more on how to advocate with a guide dog, traveling alone, and daily life and work areas. You too can be an advocate for yourself and others in this community.
Schaumburg GThe Four I’s of Low VisionThe Four I’s of Low Vision
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July 3, 2023Identifying as a person with low vision or blindness has its challenges. This session discusses identity, individuality, independence, and inclusion as you walk through the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual journey of life. Come share your experiences, support others, and learn.
Schaumburg ERunning to Win: A Blind Attorney’s experience to Seek Public OfficeRunning to Win: A Blind Attorney’s experience to Seek Public Office
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July 3, 2023Ollie Cantos a blind City Council person, will speak on his experiences in the political field and his legal career.
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FIA and BPI Breakfast
FIA and BPI Breakfast
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July 4, 2023Speaker: Jason Castonguay, performer, composer, and tech geek. Manchester, CT.
Schaumburg EContinuation of IVIE Luncheon – Session I: Learning About IRS Accessibility Services; Session II: Link Up With The All New APH CareerConnect: Inform, Empower, Impact.Continuation of IVIE Luncheon – Session I: Learning About IRS Accessibility Services; Session II: Link Up With The All New APH CareerConnect: Inform, Empower, Impact.
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July 4, 2023Come join us for a discussion about all of the ways that the IRS is improving access to information for people with print disabilities. We will tell you how to request access to notices in your preferred alternate format as well as how to get accessible tax forms and publications. Kim Carmichael, Senior Distribution Analyst, IRS, Talladega, AL. For nearly three decades, CareerConnect has been a reliable go to source for career education, enrichment and trusted knowledge on all things employment. Hear from staff of the APH ConnectCenter on recent offerings available through APH CareerConnect. CareerConversations, Employment Connections, our TransitionHub and the all new Job Seekers Toolkit are just a few of our latest interactive tools and resources for career curious job seekers and entrepreneurs. Richard Rueda, Digital Content Manager, APH CareerConnect, Sacramento, CA.
Schaumburg EContinuation of Voices Luncheon – Where’s My Gate? Airline Accessibility Challenges and Opportunities Through a Global LensContinuation of Voices Luncheon – Where’s My Gate? Airline Accessibility Challenges and Opportunities Through a Global Lens
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July 4, 2023We’ve all likely had both positive and challenging experiences when traveling by air. Come hear the perspective of a blind airline executive with over 30 years of experience with various international airlines. Presenter: Michael Swiatek, Chief Strategy and Planning Officer, Avianca, and Chairman, Working Group on Accessibility, International Air Transport Association, Miami Beach, FL.
Schaumburg GCrossing the Big Pond to Hawaiian Paradise with your Guide DogCrossing the Big Pond to Hawaiian Paradise with your Guide Dog
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July 4, 2023Hawaii is blessed in so many, many ways. Being the only state in our nation that does not have rabies is one of them. It aims to keep it that way with strict animal admittance procedures administered by its Department of Agriculture. At first blush, the process may appear quite daunting. But, Vickie Kennedy knows how to smoothly navigate those waters, whether you’re traveling by jet or by cruise ship. A resident of Hawaii for many years, she loves sharing her experience, helping to ensure that your trip to paradise is nothing but the delightful experience it should be!
Schaumburg GLibrary Users of America meet with NLS Deputy Director Jason YasnerLibrary Users of America meet with NLS Deputy Director Jason Yasner
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July 4, 2023Schaumburg EA Conversation with UberA Conversation with Uber
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July 4, 2023Join representatives from Uber to learn how they are improving the rideshare experience for passengers with disabilities, including service dog handlers. Moderated by Clark Rachfal, ACBs, Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs.
Schaumburg GConversation with World Blind Union President, Martine Abel-WilliamsonConversation with World Blind Union President, Martine Abel-Williamson
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July 4, 2023In addition to her role as World Blind Union President, Ms. Abel-Williamson is involved with several disability-related organizations in New Zealand and also serves on the board of the Accessible Books Consortium, an initiative led by the World Intellectual Property Organization. She will speak at Tuesday morning’s general session, and here is a great opportunity to hear from and talk with her directly in a smaller, more intimate setting. Presenter: Martine Abel-Williamson, President, World Blind Union, Auckland, New Zealand. Co-sponsored by IRC and MCAC.
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BRL Breakfast
BRL Breakfast
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July 5, 2023Special guest, Martine Abel-Williamson, President, World Blind Union, Auckland, New Zealand.
Schaumburg EContinuation of the GDUI Luncheon – GDUI Awards and BlessingContinuation of the GDUI Luncheon – GDUI Awards and Blessing
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July 5, 2023Schaumburg EContinuation of the MCAC Luncheon – The Diversity of ChicagoContinuation of the MCAC Luncheon – The Diversity of Chicago
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July 5, 2023Chicago is a city shaped by the migration of people from around the world and across the nation. Join us for a discussion of how race, class and ethnicity influenced the development of the city and its neighborhoods.
Schaumburg GAging Over the RainbowAging Over the Rainbow
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July 5, 2023It ain’t easy gettin’ old and it sure ain’t pretty either, but in this session we will explore resources for Aging with grace and vitality. Come one and all because no one can escape Father Time or Mother Nature as they drag us towards the finish line.
Schaumburg EContinuation of the MCAC Luncheon – Did Helen Keller exist? Rewriting history; its impact on the blind or visually impaired and other marginalized communitiesContinuation of the MCAC Luncheon – Did Helen Keller exist? Rewriting history; its impact on the blind or visually impaired and other marginalized communities
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July 5, 2023Join a panel as they explore the impact and consequences of removing different stories and experiences from our classes and libraries.
Schaumburg GACB Membership Seminar: The Benefits of Partnerships to Membership GrowthACB Membership Seminar: The Benefits of Partnerships to Membership Growth
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July 5, 2023Facilitator: Ardis Bazyn, ACB Membership Committee Chair, Burbank, CA Panel 1: “How to Find and Establish Partnerships” ACB membership committee members will share their best practices. Panel 2:”What You can learn from Current Chapter and Affiliate Partnerships” Theresa D. Thomas, Executive Director, Bluegrass Council of the Blind, Inc. Lexington, KY: Alan Peterson, ACB Membership Committee Member, Fargo, ND; Casey Dutmer, President Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired, Wyoming, MI.
Schaumburg GExplore the Levels of Low Vision TechnologyExplore the Levels of Low Vision Technology
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July 5, 2023Do you love the flashiest new tech? Maybe you prefer no-tech options or something in between. Come explore high tech, low tech, and no tech solutions for people with low vision.
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