20220827-1Iowa Council of the United Blind 34th Annual Conference and Convention Originally Broadcasted August 27, 2022, on ACB Media Library Update Iowa Department for the Blind Youth Library Update o   Denise Bean, Librarian

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20220826 Iowa Council of the United Blind 34th Annual Conference and Convention 20220826 Originally Broadcasted August 26, 2022, on ACB Media Des Moines Chapter 20220826 Greetings from the Des Moines Chapter o   Lori Trujillo Roush,    President

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20220821 American Council of the Blind of Texas 20220821 Auction 44th Annual Conference/Convention Auction

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Broadcast on ACB Media One 2022 ACB Preconvention Board of Directors Meeting

Friday, July 1, 2022

1. Staff Reports A. Executive Director: Eric Bridges B. Advocacy Director: Clark Rachfal C. Interim Resource Director: Bill Reeder D. Manager of Member Engagement: Cindy Hollis E. Chief Financial Officer: Nancy Becker

2. Financial Narrative for 2022 Year-to-Date:**** David Trott, ACB Treasurer

3. Review and Approval of The Code of Conduct Process Procedure:**** Patrick Sheehan, David Trott and Jeff Thom

4. Board of Publications (BOP) Report:**** Penny Reader, BOP Director

5. Discussion on The Draft ACB Media And Affiliate Engagement Policy:**** Dan Spoone and Rick Morin

6. Approval of Document Retention Policy:**** Clark Rachfal and Deb Cook Lewis

7. Discussion on The Length of the 2022 ACB Conference and Convention:**** Entire Board

17. Committee Reports (as needed):****

ACB Officers and Other Committee Liaisons

18. Adjourn

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2022 ACB Preconvention

Board of Directors Meeting Friday, July 1, 2022 Broadcast on ACB Media One 10:00AM CT – 4:00PM CT

1. Call to Order:**** Dan Spoone, President

2. Roll Call and Introduction of Guests: Denise Colley, Secretary

3. Review and Approval of Agenda:**** Dan Spoone, President

4. Review and Approval of Minutes:**** April 1, 2022, Telephonic (Hybrid Convention) and May 19, 2022, Telephonic (Special for Code of Conduct Process), Denise Colley, Secretary

5. Mission Moment:**** Dan Spoone and Eric Bridges ACB Applauds the Hybrid Convention Broadcast Team: ACB gives a huge “shout out” to the convention Broadcast team that has been meeting for the last 90 days with special weekly meetings to plan and organize our first ever hybrid convention. Special thanks to Rick Morin, Janet Dickelman, Deb Cook Lewis, Jeff Bishop, Larry Gassman, Cindy Hollis, Jo Lynn Bailey-Page, Nancy Marks-Becker and Kelly Gasque for all of their tireless hours of commitment. Also, thanks to the members of the convention committee, the convention programming committee, the convention steering committee, the special interest affiliates, the ACB committees, ACB staff and our member volunteers for their countless hours of extra work to bring this event together. It is truly a complete family event. Hip, hip, hurray!

6. Consent Agenda:**** Dan Spoone A. 2022 YTD - Financial Statements: Nancy Becker B. Braille Forum Editor’s Report – Nutshell: Sharon Lovering C. Advocacy Update Report: Clark Rachfal D. 2022 Resource Development Report and Introduction: Bill Reeder E. Membership Services Report: Cindy Hollis F. Executive Director Employee and Revenue Report: Eric Bridges

7. Convention Report:**** Janet Dickelman, Convention Committee Chair

8. President’s Report: Dan Spoone A. ACB Resolutions (3.0) and Voting Task Force (3.0) Ad Hoc Committees Will Be Extended B. ACB Media Support Committee Will Be Formed C. Mental Health Awareness Committee Will Be Formed D. Auction Committee Thanks Board for Donations E. ACB Leadership email List Launches Formal Monitoring Guidelines Beginning in August – Dan and Deb F. Next Telephonic ACB Board of Directors Meeting Scheduled for Wednesday, August 31 at 8:00PM ET

9. Lunch Break

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20220605 Florida Council of the Blind (FCB) 20220605 FCB Annual Business Meeting Welcome to the 69th Annual Convention of the FLORIDA COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (FCB).  We are FCB STRONG AND WE BELIEVE IN EMPOWERMENT!!! FCB Annual Business Meeting Bright and early on Sunday morning, participants claimed their right and responsibility as an FCB member by participating in the organization's annual business meeting. They heard from leaders about progress made and work yet needing to be done and discovered what important roles they can play in advocacy. This is an election year, and all state officer positions are up for election. Business Meeting Outline Call To Order:                            Sheila Young, President Roll Call:                                    Sally Benjamin Minutes:                                     Mary Tyson Treasurer’s Report:                   Mark Lear President’s Report:                    Sheila Young Awards Committee:                   Barbara Brown  ** Constitution & By-Laws: Cynthia Hawkins Convention:                                         Kati Lear Resolutions Committee: Paul Edwards Scholarship Recipients:  Gabriel Lopez-Kafati Other Committee Reports: (as needed) Unfinished Business: New Business: Announcements:**

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20220604-3 Florida Council of the Blind (FCB) 20220604-3 Silent Auction and Banquet Welcome to the 69th Annual Convention of the FLORIDA COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (FCB).  We are FCB STRONG AND WE BELIEVE IN EMPOWERMENT!!! Silent Auction and Annual Banquet Participants attended FCB'S Annual Banquet: hosted by FCB President, Sheila Young. FCB’s Banquet speaker was Pamela Shaw. She is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Joy Filled Life. This coaching company specializes in empowering women to live the life of their dreams by integrating faith, personal development, and professional goals.  She has more than 40 years of professional social work experience contributing to the development of policy and practice in the fields of homelessness, community mental health, deinstitutionalization, child welfare, family services and disability rights. Pam is an active member in the Pennsylvania Council of the Blind and serves as an associate minister at Vision of Hope Baptist Church in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. ** ** Bid on silent auction items and purchase 50-50 tickets.

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20220604-2 Florida Council of the Blind (FCB) 20220604-2 Townhall Meeting Welcome to the 69th Annual Convention of the FLORIDA COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (FCB).  We are FCB STRONG AND WE BELIEVE IN EMPOWERMENT!!! FCB Annual Town Hall Meeting Participants attended this exciting and informative meeting moderated by President Sheila Young.  Attendees heard from the Director of the Division of Blind Services, (DBS) Robert Doyle, regarding the status of the goals and mission of the agency including specific news that he wished to bring to us.  After Mr. Doyle’s formal presentation, questions were entertained by the audience. Coalition for the Concerns of the Totally Blind (CCTB) Program Andy Burstein from Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind described their services: drug labels in accessible formats, coordination with the doctor to make sure the patient has the correct drugs, assist in locating a pharmacy if the patient is out of town and needs prescriptions, provide information about diabetes, cancer and other conditions to the patient and their families, and podcasts are available for medical information.  He answered our questions and introduced us to our Florida Representative Maryann Grignon.

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20220604-1 Florida Council of the Blind (FCB) 20220604-1 Opening Ceremonies Welcome to the 69th Annual Convention of the FLORIDA COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (FCB).  We are FCB STRONG AND WE BELIEVE IN EMPOWERMENT!!! 69th Annual State Convention Opening Ceremony Empowerment, the path to power and progress: a necessary life journey that we each must take in our own unique way, stepping out in faith in the truth that we matter that leads us to the liberating assurance that sears into our very souls the absolute certainty that we matter and that we each have the ability to make a difference where we are using the knowledge and gifts that we each have, joining with others and adding our voices to theirs as we strive for true inclusion, recognition of diversity and joining the cause of equal opportunity for all. Presenters: Pam Shaw, Certified Life Coach, and  Joy Restoration Specialist Cheryl Cumings, Chair, ACB Multicultural Affairs Committee Cachet Wells, FCB Member, and ACB Board of Publications Kenneth Semien, Sr., Chair, Durward K. McDaniel Fund Committee, and/or Member, ACB Board of Directors Anthony Corona, Co-Chair FCB Governmental Affairs Committee, host of Sunday Edition on ACB Media. Participants learned from these individuals who have exemplified personal empowerment as they shared with us their own personal journeys to empowerment, what it means to them, how they each live the empowered life, and how and why it is necessary for each of us to gain this freeing state of mind and heart. FCB Electric Youth: Identifying, Engaging, and Retaining the Next Generation ** “The Future only belongs to the future itself, and the future is Electric Youth!” ~Debbie Gibson ** While we at FCB are strong in Leadership and in member-engagement, we still have room for growth- engaging more young members and getting them involved. This session was dedicated to strategies focused around engaging and retaining younger members. From our communities, High Schools, and Higher Education Institutions to specific-driven outreach we brainstormed how to capture the attention of the generations that will continue FCB long past us all. We heard from ACB Students and ACB Next Generation. They shared some of their strategies and how they can support our outreach efforts here in Florida. Gabriel Lopez Kafati has the experience and position to lead us through College and High School outreach. Anthony Corona and Terry Suarez talked about how CALM can support and mentor our newly found Electric Youth. ACB’s Cindy Hollis, Manager of Membership Engagement, talked about the importance of membership in the state and special interest affiliates. ** President Sheila Young talked about the importance of succession-planning and how the Leadership of FCB is ready to renew our efforts to embrace the younger members of our community who do not experience the benefits of being part of the FCB Family yet. FCB Technology Committee Program Participants were invited to join our FCB Technology Committee program during our upcoming state convention to explore and learn about participating in Clubhouse. This is a great place to join others virtually from wherever you may be, sharing a variety of topics: music, sports, exercise, and fitness, and so many, many more! Gather with community in virtual venues discussing current events, nutrition, and well-being. Form a discussion group focusing upon conversation with those interested in specific genre of music or literature. Drop into a virtual audio room as a listener to one of many fascinating conversations or start such a group of your own design and host yet another great group of people! Reach out to our community from your home or office, or from almost anywhere via mobile app. Meet with new friends as well as those you know. Endless possibilities expand our horizons! From the Clubhouse virtual hallway explore variety of conversations happening in many different audio rooms. Search a plethora of topics to find those of special interest for you including social justice, urban planning, and environmental science. Develop your personal profile as you wish. Be a listener in specific meetings or raise your hand to share thoughts with others… the choice is yours! Discussion groups may be open to all or available exclusively for invited guests.**

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20220603-5 Florida Council of the Blind (FCB) 20220603-5 Awards and Scholarship Banquet Welcome to the 69th Annual Convention of the FLORIDA COUNCIL OF THE BLIND (FCB).  We are FCB STRONG AND WE BELIEVE IN EMPOWERMENT!!! Awards and Scholarship Banquet Participants joined us on Friday evening to celebrate and recognize FCB leaders and deserving students at a special dinner hosted in their honor by Barbara Brown and Gabriel Lopez Kafati, the committee chairs of the Awards and Education and Leadership Committees. Select advocates and leaders were recognized with prestigious awards and deserving students were presented with valuable scholarships.

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