| The real problem of blindness is not the loss of eyesight. The real problem is the misunderstanding and lack of information that exist. If a blind person has proper training and opportunity, blindness can be reduced to a physical nuisance. |
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Upcoming Events
June 15 - August 9, 2008: Teen Empowerment Academy
The Teen Empowerment Academy is an eight-week residential training and employment program, created and led by the blind, offering blind students an opportunity to build skills, increase confidence, and gain work experience.
June 29 - July 5, 2008: National Convention
This year's exciting convention will take place at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas, Texas. Make plans to be a part of it: pre-register online now! Visit the Kenneth Jernigan Scholarship page to learn about convention scholarships.
July 2, 2008: March for Independence
The second annual March for Independence is going to be bigger and better than ever in Dallas, Texas. Register now for this year’s exciting event or sponsor a marcher.
July 23 - 27, 2008: Junior Science Academy
The NFB Jernigan Institute's National Center for Blind Youth in Science (NCBYS) will be offering a Junior Science Academy (JSA) targeting blind children in grades three through six.
What's New
NFB Testifies on Importance of
Books for the Blind Program
On May 7, John Pare testified before the Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch of the Committee on Appropriations about the critically important Talking Book program. The program, which is the only public library available to blind Americans, is in jeopardy. For more information on this important issue, please read the NFB's testimony.
Watch Straight Talk Episode 17!
(Video 59 MB)
In the latest episode, Mark Riccobono talks with Melissa Riccobono, president of the Human Services Division, wife, and mother, about parenting as a blind individual.
Wal-Mart to Serve as
Title Sponsor of March for Independence
The NFB recently announced that Wal-Mart will be the title sponsor of the second annual March for Independence. Wal-Mart made a donation to support blind people and those losing vision through the programs and initiatives of the NFB Jernigan Institute. To sponsor a marcher or participate in the March, visit the March for Independence Web site.
