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Straight Talk About Vision Loss
In this Web-based video series, the executive
director of the NFB Jernigan Institute discusses issues surrounding
blindness and vision loss.
Where the Blind Work
If you've ever wondered about the types of jobs blind people have
or wonder about the type of career you'd like to have, be sure to
visit our Where the Blind Work pages.
Textbooks on Time
The most recent amendments to IDEA include provisions intended to
assure that blind elementary and high school students receive their
textbooks at the same time as their sighted peers. The NFB wants parents
and students to understand the law and to share their successes and trials
in receiving the textbooks on time.
The National Center for the Blind: Thirty Years of History in Baltimore
This video documents the history of the National Federation of the Blind's
headquarters after moving to Baltimore, Maryland, in 1978.
A Tribute to Dr. Betsy Zaborowski
On January 27, 2008, the NFB hosted a memorial service to celebrate the
life and legacy of the Jernigan Institute's first executive director,
Betsy Zaborowski.
The Imagination Fund
Support the programs of the Institute as well as our state affiliates!
The National Center for Blind Youth in Science
This clearinghouse of information and resources regarding blind youth and
science, technology, engineering, and math was launched in 2005. It is a
valuable resource for parents, teachers, and blind youth alike!
2010 Calendar
April 15 - 16, 2010: Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium
April 16 - 20, 2010: The 2010 NFB Leadership and Advocacy in Washington, D.C. (LAW) Program
May 1, 2010: THE CANE EVENT
July 28 - August 1, 2010: Junior Science Academy Session 1
August 4 - August 8, 2010: Junior Science Academy Session 2
September 17 -19, 2010: Youth Coordinators Seminar Session 1
September 24 - 26, 2010: Youth Coordinators Seminar Session 2
Past Events
October 1, 2009: Possibilities Fair for Seniors who are Losing Vision
October is Meet the Blind Month!
August 3 - 14, 2009: NFB BELL Summer Program - Maryland
July 26 - August 1, 2009: National Federation of the Blind Youth Slam!
July 13 - 24, 2009: NFB BELL Summer Program - Georgia
July 3 - 8, 2009: National Convention
June 15 - 26, 2009: NFB BELL Summer Program - Wisconsin
May 8 - 9, 2009: Beginnings and Blueprints Early Childhood Conference
April 17, 2009: Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium
April 4, 2009: THE CANE EVENT
July 23 - 27, 2008: Junior Science Academy
June 29, 2008: NOPBC 25th Anniversary Celebration
April 10 - 11, 2008: Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium
April 4, 2008: 2008 Celebration
February 21, 2008: Transition to Independence Career Fair
December 5, 2007: Maryland Technology Assistance Program Training
Braille Formatting and Production
November 15 - 18, 2007: In-Touch: Braille Literacy and Access Technology Seminar
October 18, 2007: Possibilities Fair for Seniors
July 30 - August 4, 2007: NFB Youth Slam 2007
July 29 - August 5, 2006: NFB Science Academy Circle of Life Session
July 14 - 22, 2006: NFB Science Academy Rocket On! Session
May 22 - August 12, 2006: EXCEL Internship Program
December 2, 2005: Touch the Sun Launch
