GSA is the second only to the U.S. Postal Service in terms of the number of Randolph-Shepaprd facilities on its property. However, there is a growing concern about GSA’s approach to food service on its properties.
The National Federation of the Blind is seeking feedback from Uber and Lyft customers who have service animals, or who travel with individuals with service animals. Testers can be NFB members or non-members, and we welcome completed surveys on both positive and negative ride share experiences.
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is looking for volunteer applicants for its State Advisory Committees, who serve as the Commission's eyes and ears on the ground across the country, investigating and researching civil rights issues specific to their jurisdiction.
The Commission is especially interested in appointing individuals who have a demonstrated interest in civil rights, voting rights, and the equal protection of the law in the administration of justice. Advisory Committee reports may lead to policy changes at the national, state or local levels.
At the February 9 Indy Chapter meeting; Attorney Emily Munson spoke about inaccessible materials being produce from Family Social Services, and Family Disability Services. If you want to tell your story; please let Valarie Yingling know at NFB National headquarters by February 28. Contact her by phone at 410-659-9314 ext. 2440 or vyingling@nfb.org
Geneva, Switzerland (February 8, 2019): Today, the United States government formalized its ratification of the Marrakesh Treaty by depositing the US instrument of ratification with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This action begins a ninety-day waiting period, which the treaty will officially be in force as US policy, expanding literacy for the blind of America and the world.
The blind of this nation are headed to DC for our annual Washington Seminar. Many of you will be visiting the capitol to speak with your legislators. The Washington Seminar is an annual event of the National Federation of the Blind to introduce the agenda of blind Americans--the priority issues requiring congressional attention over the coming year.
Aira is offering a 7-day trial with 30 minutes free for Guests to try the service. Some of that time will be used for setting up your account preferences and answering your questions about the service. The remaining time is free to use for any task. Remember, if you wish to sign up for continued monthly service, and are a NFb member, ask for the NFB plan which gives you your choice of 30 monthly minutes for $20 instead of $29, or 140 minutes instead of 120 minutes for $99.
January 3, 2019, was the first day of the 116th Congress. Let's take a look at some of the legislation they passed during 2018. When it comes to bills pertaining to veterans' programs and services, and legislation of interest to people with visual impairments, the 115th Congress actually accomplished quite a lot, often with strong support from both Republicans and Democrats.
The Indiana Civil Rights Commission, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Indiana Holiday Commission, Indiana Black Expo, Inc., AFSCME Local 725, and the State of Indiana has selected NFB Newsline Indiana Director Lee Martin as the 28th annual winner of their Freedom Award.
The Freedom Award is granted to individuals or projects whose major societal influence includes breaking down barriers that have divided us in the past and/or building ongoing relationships that foster respect, understanding, and harmony in our community.
Two Aira plans are now available only to members of the National Federation of the Blind. A new introductory plan offers thirty minutes a month for twenty dollars. The regular NFB plan, which has been in place for some time now, offers 140 minutes per month for ninety-nine dollars.