State Resources
THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF LOUISIANA
INVITES YOU TO THE
2023 STATE CONVENTION
APRIL 14-16, 2023
Crowne Plaza
4728 Constitution Avenue, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
800-678-4065
You are cordially invited to attend the 2023 Annual State Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Louisiana (NFBL) where we will celebrate our 51st anniversary. The NFBL is an organization of blind and visually impaired Louisianians who believe that with the appropriate training, attitude and opportunities, blind people can live the lives they want. We believe that it is never too late to learn new techniques and new ways of redefining blindness.
We are excited to have Norma Crosby, NFB Board Member and President of NFB of Texas, as our national representative for convention.
AGENDAS
LPOBC Parent Power Track Agenda
STREAMING LINKS
You are cordially invited to attend our 2023 state convention virtually. Please see below for Zoom connectivity options.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/93935967343?pwd=SVk0M2RLUXJCSFVyTGZXbGxDRXJ2QT09
One Tap Mobile
+13462487799,,93935967343#
Dial-in Instructions
+1 719 359 4580
Meeting ID: 939 3596 7343
Passcode: 790155
TOPICS PRESENTED
The convention will cover a wide range of topics, including:
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How to become comfortable with my blindness
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How to deal with day-to-day activities such as accessing information (in print or online), transportation, preparing meals, managing a household, and networking (in person or online)
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Presentations by successful blind professionals
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Meetings for blind students, parents and teachers of blind children, seniors, entrepreneurs, and the deaf-blind division
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How to obtain assistance from the Social Security Administration and other human services agencies
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Opportunities for learning to use a white cane or reading braille
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How to get help for my blind child
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How the newest technology could benefit me
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How a blind person can fully participate in hobbies such as cooking, traveling, community service, gardening, hiking, and shopping (to name a few)!
EVENTS OUTLINE
Convention Registration begins at 3:00 p.m. Friday, April 14, 2023. Registration will be $40 onsite. Preregistration is now closed. Pre-registration is non-refundable.
Room Rates: $95 per night (singles, doubles, triples, etc.), plus tax. Please make your reservations directly with Crowne Plaza. Be sure to mention that you plan to attend the state convention of the NFBL to receive the convention rates. Rates and availability cannot be guaranteed after March 14th.
Meals: Complimentary dinner on Friday night, lunch on Saturday, and continental breakfasts Saturday and Sunday mornings for persons registered for convention. Banquet meal on Saturday night (tickets can be purchased for $40 at the registration desk or through pre-registration).
Division Meetings: Meetings for parents and teachers of blind children, blind students, merchants/entrepreneurs, blind seniors, and deaf-blind individuals.
Childcare: A room will be set up for live streaming that families with children may use during general sessions.
Entertainment: In convention tradition, Friday night will offer dinner and a talent show/auction extravaganza. If you would like to showcase your talent, please complete the talent show form by April 7th. In addition, the convention will host bingo, and of course, DOOR PRIZES GALORE!!!
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Contact Pam Allen, President, NFBL at 800-234-4166 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays. To learn about transportation options from central locations in New Orleans, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Opelousas, Monroe, Shreveport, Ruston, and Alexandria call 318-251-2891, ext. 3001 by March 24th to reserve your spot. (There is a $25 nonrefundable fee. Space is limited).
We are monitoring public health recommendations and reserve the right to implement guidelines to maintain the health and well-being of attendees.
MAKE YOUR PLANS NOW TO ATTEND THE
NFBL STATE CONVENTION IN BATON ROUGE
APRIL 14-16, 2023!
Learn how the National Federation of the Blind
will help you live the life you want.
VENDORS:
If you are interested in being a vendor at our convention, please complete the form below.
Vendors must register for NFBL convention in order to exhibit. Cost is $30.00 for pre-registration and which can be completed by following the link above. A $150 exhibitor fee must be submitted by March 24th. Please return Vendor Application with check made payable to NFBL at the following address: 101 South Trenton St., Ruston, LA 71270. The NFBL is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged items as a result of participation at the NFBL Convention. Vendors are responsible for transportation and warehouse of all of their items.