NFBC Inland Empire Chapter

We would like to invite you to a Zoom meeting with a DOR Counselor. He will be speaking about recent changes to the program and we will open the floor to questions so you can get the information you need. Come join us Saturday June 19, 2021 at 10:00 AM PST. Space is limited so send your request to join the meeting to [email protected] and we will send you the log-in info. Please don't miss your chance to get this information and get a straight answer to all your question...

We will be doing our challenge live via Stream Yard. challenging ourselves not only to do the challenge, but do it with her on the west coast and me on the west. We want to encourage others in the blind community to grab a family member or friend and create a video of your own and possibly win up to $500.00... #BlindmileChallenge

The NFB/CA/IE has extended the video submission deadline due to problems posting submissions. #BlindMileChallenge

From our chapter President to President Obama.. How refreshing it is to salute you Sir! I am Cheryl Thurston, the Chapter President of the National Federation of the Blind of California - Inland Empire Chapter. I am also a Board Member of our California Affiliate. It is such an honor to be able to write you and make a needed request that is beyond the normal "greeting" for a birthday, wedding, or such. To be more specific, the voting rights for the disabled. I am writing ...to request a virtual appearance at our upcoming convention this October 2020. As you may already know, October is the National Disability Awareness Month observance. At the National Federation of the Blind of California, we want to emphasize the importance of voting despite any disability. With the mounting uncertainties of legitimate voting being overtly suppressed by the current administration, we want to encourage all impaired citizens. The right to vote based on the American with Disabilities Act (and other federal laws) must be enforced for all citizens. With the recent news of voters in Fairfax, Virginia being blocked and harassed while trying to exercise their right to vote early, our chapter would like an encouraging word to keep up our fight for equality, especially voting. With the election looming, we do not want disabled citizens to feel threatened by the wayward actions of the current administration. We request a 3-5 minute video to excite our community at the convention and those throughout the United States. Our White Cane Safety Day is October 15, 2020, however, the virtual state convention is October 22 25, 2020. Any word of encouragement is welcomed and appreciated. On behalf of The National Federation of the Blind of California, we thank you in advance. Understanding you and former First Lady Michelle are one of the most admired couples of the world, we know you are busy. We thank you for your time and consideration of this request. Hoping for continued health, prosperity and love for you and your family thank you for your continued service. Sincerely, Cheryl Thurston See more

GREAT NEWS! The National Federation of the Blind of California Inland Empire Chapter presents the 2020 Virtual Walk a Mile in My Shoes Challenge! The competition and video submissions has been extended. Submissions for the competition are now due by October 31, 2020 .... Do you have friends or family that have thought about what it is like to live life blind? We have a great way for your sighted family and friends to gain that experience as we create awareness about the blind community. The video competition and cash prizes are only available to members of the blind community that submit a video of themselves challenging their sighted friends or family and completing the task together. Videos submitted for the competition should include friends or family of blind individuals attempting a walk or daily tasks while wearing a sleep shade or blindfold. Remember to stay safe while performing this challenge! Each challenge is performed at your own risk. The Inland Empire Chapter shall not be held liable for injuries that may be obtain while taking the challenge All submissions should be emailed to Ed Davis at [email protected]. Soon after submission you will be tagged with a comment in the NFBC Inland Empire Chapter FB Page at https://www.facebook.com/NFBC-Inland-Empire-Chapter-163023264039822 Your submissions should include #BlindMileChallenge in order to raise awareness for this event. Winners will be chosen November 13, 2020 at 6:00 pm pacific time, by the audience vote via Zoom call. The top three winners will receive CASH PRIZES! To qualify for cash prizes, videos must include a blind or visually impaired person! 1st Place - $500 2nd Place - $300 3rd Place - $200 This challenge was created to raise awareness for blindness and related charities which includes: The National Federation of the Blind of California BELL Academy That provides training in Braille and Mobility for blind children to help them with their education and independence. The National Federation of the Blind of California Inland Empire Chapter we provide Scholarships to members of the blind community by purchasing Assistive technology to help make their lives or job easier: You will find both of the above charities inside the following link https://ulwxastpyh.formstack.com//inland_empire_walk_a_mile The You Cane Give Initiative This organization provides mobility canes to the blind community within 3rd world countries where they are not available or affordable: http://youcanegive.org/ Please consider donating if you are able. All donations of any size will be greatly appreciated and welcome. The two links are listed above. We look forward to enjoying your video submissions! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me! Edward Davis, 2nd Vice President NFB of California Inland Empire Chapter (909) 532-9513 [email protected] You can live the life you want

Conversation with a Magnetic Mind Coach Come join me as I have a conversation with Julius Charles Serrano he is a motivational speaker and a Certified Magnetic Mind Coach. He combines his experiences and life lessons with his unique wit and high energy to deliver talks that educate, entertain, and transform people's lives. As a Magnetic Mind Coach, Julius serves IT professionals struggling with adversities, and he helps them release their self-sabotaging patterns and limiting... beliefs so they can live a life of happiness, abundance, and success. As a person who has overcome the adversity of being totally blind, Julius is blessed to help his audience and his clients learn techniques and strategies to thrive amidst trials and create a life they love. Add him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliuscharles19 Like his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/juliusserranospeaker

Want to make a difference in the disabled community? Join us for SCIL Advocacy Group January 12, 2021 at 10 am. Click the Zoom link to join https://zoom.us/j/98354360112

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Just a quick reminder about our Walk A mile Challenge prize show. These are the links to the videos we will be voting on. Bob Cole with his sons https://youtu.be/tzTXrWi21U4 Daniell Molds and her friend https://youtu.be/5ikXf3FwYFE... Richard Field with a friend https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8oRskCc_wE&t=17s Cheryl and her daughter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQxvWvM_v10&t=1s Ed davis and his granddaughter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGRqVXgagJ4&t=4s Plese come and help us choose a winner. ENGE PRIZE SELECTION Time: Nov 14, 2020 11:30 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86711920683 Meeting ID: 867 1192 0683 Passcode: 631999 One tap mobile +16699006833,,86711920683#,,,,,,0#,,631999# US (San Jose) +13462487799,,86711920683#,,,,,,0#,,631999# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) Meeting ID: 867 1192 0683 Passcode: 631999 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbgBdt5sSE Please if you can donate to these related charities The National Federation of the Blind of California BELL Academy That provides training in Braille and Mobility for blind children to help them with their education and independence. The National Federation of the Blind of California Inland Empire Chapter we provide Scholarships to members of the blind community by purchasing Assistive technology to help make their lives or job easier: You will find both of the above charities inside the following link https://ulwxastpyh.formstack.com//inland_empire_walk_a_mile The You Cane Give Initiative This organization provides mobility canes to the blind community within 3rd world countries where they are not available or affordable: http://youcanegive.org/ #BlindMileChallenge