In this episode of the Nation’s Blind Podcast, Anil and Melissa are joined by two of our new board members, Jamie Richey and Ben Dallin. They discuss how to protect our dignity as blind people and how to properly respond to individuals who may challenge our dignity. They also reflect and share their thoughts on President Riccobono’s 2024 banquet speech that focuses on dignity.

Important link: 2024 Banquet Speech

This episode of the Nation's Blind Podcast focuses on the right of blind Americans to cast a secret, independent ballot, and what we can do when that right is compromised. The conversation covers the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), ways blind voters can prepare for Election Day, different accessible voting options, blind people as poll workers and election officials, and more. The episode also highlights the continuing advocacy and data collection efforts of the National Federation of the Blind, including the NFB's blind voter survey and hotline.

Important links:

NFB Voting Resources Page: https://nfb.org/resources/voting-resources

In this episode of the Nation's Blind Podcast, Melissa Riccobono, Anil Lewis, and Danielle McCann (NFB Membership Building Coordinator) discuss the upcoming National Federation of the Blind National Convention. They talk about the virtual convention experience, which allows individuals who are unable to attend in person to participate in hours of convention content from home. They mention that there will be exclusive virtual events, such as a walk around the exhibit hall and a discussion on employment. They emphasize the importance of the convention and the opportunities it provides for networking, learning, and advocacy.

Important Links:

Convention Web page: https://nfb.org/convention