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In Honor of White Cane Safety Day
by Peret, Maurice S 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

In Honor of White Cane Safety Day, Here’s where it all started: [Lyndon B. Johnson photo] Lyndon B. Johnson<https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/people/president/lyndon-b-johnson> 36th President of the United States: 1963 ‐ 1969 Proclamation 3622-White Cane Safety Day, 1964 October 06, 1964 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation A white cane in our society has become one of the symbols of a blind person's ability to come and go on his own. Its use has promoted courtesy and special consideration for the blind on our streets and highways. To make our people more fully aware of the meaning of the white cane, and of the need for motorists to exercise special care for the blind persons who carry it, the Congress, by a joint resolution approved October 6, 1964, has authorized the President to proclaim October 15 of each year as White Cane Safety Day. Now, Therefore, I, Lyndon B. Johnson, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim October 15, 1964, as White Cane Safety Day. I urge civic and service organizations, schools, public bodies, and the media of public information to join in this observance with appropriate activities designed to promote continuing awareness of the significance of the white cane to blind persons. I call upon all our citizens to make every effort to promote the safety and welfare of our blind persons on the streets and highways, and thereby to contribute to their independence of spirit and their capability for self-management. In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed. DONE at the City of Washington this sixth day of October in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-four, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-ninth. [Signature of Lyndon B. Johnson] Mahalo, Maurice Peret, NOMCT Orientation and Mobility Therapist III New Visions Program Ho’opono Services for the Blind 1901 Bachelot Street Honolulu, Hawaii 96817. Mobile: 808-954-1921 mperet(a)dhs.hawaii.gov<mailto:mperet@dhs.hawaii.gov> ************************ In order to succeed, people need a sense of self-efficacy, to struggle together with resilience to meet the inevitable obstacles and inequities of life. ************************ Albert Bandura NOTICE: This information and attachments are intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged and/or confidential. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited and may be punishable under state and federal law. If you have received this communication and/or attachments in error, please notify the sender via email immediately and destroy all electronic and paper copies.

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Re: [Rehab] Question about Policy Change re Work Authorizations for Immigrants Seeking Services from a State VR Agency
by Justin Salisbury 30 Sep '25

30 Sep '25

Hi Daphne, Thank you for your thoughtful response. I realize that I may have presented the policy as being narrower than what it actually was. I'm going to try to explain that further, but I also want to ask you, at the end of that explanation, to tell me please if New Mexico has a similar explicitly written policy or if it is functionally carried out through the system of practice. For me, this is not about the state agency director's character or style, but purely a question of policy. I want to stay focused on policy. In Minnesota, my understanding, as a member of the State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind, is that the agency has been directed by RSA to implement the language that I quoted to affect all service delivery, including VR, older blind services, and our Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) grant that specifically provides services for "New Americans," which is a term that includes immigrants and refugees. One of the easy solutions could have been to serve people under non-work types of cases, such as independent living cases, so that no employment goal would be necessary. This is completely off the table. This policy, as it has been explained to us, essentially mandates that any person who (a) is neither a permanent legal resident nor a US Citizen, and (b) does not hold federal work authorization, must be sent back out the door with no services of any kind. One of the Councilmembers asked a very interesting question. Since work authorizations expire or can be revoked, will we have a process by which we will need to keep re-verifying that people's work authorizations are neither expired nor revoked? To implement this policy, we would need to set up some kind of recurring re-verification process to ensure that anyone we are serving does not lose their work authorization. Here's an idea that came up for me from listening to public comment. How possible could it be for VR agencies and/or community partners to get involved in helping blind people apply for federal work authorization? I don't want this to go down the road of sheltered workshops, but what if we found some way that we could help people who need work authorization to find a sponsoring employer and help them apply? After that, they could become eligible for blindness-related services and keep moving forward. Now that I have explained this to be broader than even the subject that I used for the initial email, does this policy sound different than what you already thought was commonplace? Also, even if it were only about VR services, does New Mexico have an explicit policy, maybe with language you can share that we could consider copying or Minnesota-nizing, that says the same thing narrowly limited to VR? Does it include a policy for how often the work authorization needs to be re-verified? Thank you all, Justin Justin MH Salisbury, MEd, NOMC, NCRTB English Pronouns: He/Him/His Email: President(a)Alumni.ECU.edu ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Justin_Salisbury LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-salisbury ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1786-2786 “Until the lion learns how to write, every story will glorify the hunter.” Chinua Achebe -----Original Message----- From: Rehab <rehab-bounces(a)nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Daphne Mitchell via Rehab Sent: Saturday, September 27, 2025 1:49 PM To: blind rehabilitation professionals mailing list <rehab(a)nfbnet.org> Cc: Daphne Mitchell <dauroramitchell(a)gmail.com>; Edward Bell via NOMC <members(a)lists.nbpcb.org> Subject: Re: [Rehab] Question about Policy Change re Work Authorizations for Immigrants Seeking VR Services Hi Justin, Since I entered my career in VR over 15 years ago, work authorization in the United States has been a requirement for individuals in the receipt of employment services. The passage of WIOA in 2014 further clarified the standard with the dissolution of the homemaker outcome and the inclusion of language that services provided must be in support of the participant’s employment outcome. It’s important to remember that although we (the blind community) think of any service being attained from the state services for the blind as VR, that’s simply not true. Each federal award has different criteria for who may access the programs being funded, and the state agency is responsible for enforcing the terms they agreed to when accepting the federal award. Failing to adhere to regulatory mandates would open the door to expenditures being deemed disallowable because services would be considered nonauthorized. The agency would then be forced to reimburse the US Treasury for expenditures found to fall in this category – potentially totaling Hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars. Generally, the receipt of Independent Living Services and Pre-ETS do not require work authorization. WIOA brought tremendous overhaul to the delivery of the public VR program. In my opinion, most state agencies were stymied by figuring out which regulation to tackle first. I venture most agencies landed on focusing on WIOA performance measures that would lead to financial sanctions if not met. Getting a handle on delivering Pre-ETS, tracking measurable skill gains, implementing Section 511, and properly tracking employment after exit were the initiatives occupying agency leadership. Right as agencies were getting the hang of their new reality, 2020 said hold my beer. Agencies had to pivot to the challenges of the simultaneous crises of implementing remote service delivery models; decline in participants engaging with VR; loss of agency and CRP employees; and ultimately finding solutions to legally obligate federal awards. Now that the overall public VR program has spent the federal grant, and state agencies can collectively breathe again, I am not surprised that Minnesota SSB is only now having an opportunity to discuss an official policy adoption for a matter that has been effectively addressed by practice. Although I do not have a personal relationship with the Minnesota SSB director, I have observed her professionally and believe she will work with the blind community to responsibly design a policy that meets mandatory regulations and best serves the blind of Minnesota. Daphne On Thu, Sep 25, 2025 at 2:51 PM Blaine Deutscher via Rehab <rehab(a)nfbnet.org> wrote: > Good afternoon > This topic is very interesting to me as I'm looking at coming to the > US and becoming certified in SD training. I knew to work in the states > you need a work visa if your not a permanent resident or US citizen. > This also applies for people looking to do apprenticeship training. > Blaine > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Sep 25, 2025, at 1:28 PM, Justin Salisbury via Rehab < > rehab(a)nfbnet.org> wrote: > > > > Good afternoon, friends and colleagues! > > > > I currently live in Minnesota, where our state VR agency serving the > blind is considering some policy changes. One of them is a bit > confusing to me, so I'm reaching out to ask if people here have any > experience with this kind of policy change and if you have anything to > share. I think I've been told that this policy change has been > directly handed down to us from RSA, so, if that's the case, then I > think people all over the country should be in the same boat. I just > haven't heard any public discourse in NFB spaces about it and want to > be informed before I do or say anything on this proposed policy change. > > > > The proposal is to add this requirement: > > "If a person is not a legal permanent resident or U.S. Citizen, they > must provide evidence of work authorization (such as a nonimmigrant > work visa or Employment Authorization Document) before eligibility can > be determined. If no evidence can be provided, the case is closed from > application without an eligibility determination." > > > > I wonder what kinds of ethical dilemmas this will cause for anyone > holding a CRC or any certifications from the NBPCB or ACVREP. > > > > On the one hand, there may be people who come to the United States > looking for VR services so that they can become confident and skilled > enough to go out and get a work authorization. I think I've worked > with students who had some kind of medical visa which allowed them to > come to the US for healthcare, and then we gave them > adjustment-to-blindness training, which helped them to go apply for a > work visa. That wasn't in Minnesota, but it could be possible > anywhere, I would suppose. Such a policy change would seem to eliminate that phenomenon from happening again. > > > > On another hand, there could be people here on other kinds of visas, > like international students who are here on F-1 student visas, who > might benefit from receiving some access technology instruction. > > > > On another hand, we could have people who are here on still other > > kinds > of visas that do not allow them to work, who then become blind, who > could benefit from VR services. These folks may apply for work visas, > but do we want to make them wait until the work visa goes through > before we can start serving them? > > > > It also occurs to me that other federal policy changes could be > > under > consideration that might allow a person to get a work visa if they're > coming here for VR services, but I doubt that. > > > > What do folks here know about these kinds of policy changes? > > > > Thanks in advance, > > > > Justin > > > > Justin MH Salisbury, MEd, NOMC, NCRTB English Pronouns: He/Him/His > > Email: President(a)Alumni.ECU.edu<mailto:President@Alumni.ECU.edu> > > ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Justin_Salisbury< > https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Just > in_Salisbury&source=gmail-imap&ust=1727538746000000&usg=AOvVaw3uZJqqJk > T2wSVxJDa9dD7W > > > > LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-salisbury< > https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-salisbury&s… > > > > ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1786-2786 > > > > "Until the lion learns how to write, every story will glorify the > hunter." > > Chinua Achebe > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Rehab mailing list > > Rehab(a)nfbnet.org > > http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/rehab_nfbnet.org > > To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for > Rehab: > > > http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/rehab_nfbnet.org/deutscherblaine%40gmail.… > > _______________________________________________ > Rehab mailing list > Rehab(a)nfbnet.org > http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/rehab_nfbnet.org > To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for > Rehab: > > http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/rehab_nfbnet.org/dauroramitchell%40gmail.… > _______________________________________________ Rehab mailing list Rehab(a)nfbnet.org http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/rehab_nfbnet.org To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for Rehab: http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/rehab_nfbnet.org/president%40alumni.ecu.e…

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Structured Discovery Ethics Training
by jimorris0116＠gmail.com 25 Sep '25

25 Sep '25

***Final opportunity to Register. The Zoom link will be sent out to all registered individuals on Sunday***** Structured Discovery Professionals Ethics Training As part of our ongoing commitment to professional development, the NOMCT Education Subcommittee is pleased to offer a special training session focused on the moral principles in our classes. This event will feature a panel discussion with three instructors from different Structured Discovery centers, each bringing their unique experience and perspective. Topic: Maintaining Ethics in Our Classes Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Eastern Presenters: Nancy Coffman, AT Instructor Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired Kevin Lowe, O&M SAAVI Services for the Blind Delfina Rodriguez, Kitchen Instructor Colorado Center for the Blind Please click on the link below to register for the event by September 28th, 2025 https://nbpcb.org/guestreg You are required to register to attend this meeting and receive CEU's. The Zoom link will be distributed from the registration link. About the Session: This annual ethics training will explore how to maintain strong ethical standards while teaching. Panelists will discuss how honesty, fairness, and integrity can be practiced in everyday classroom situations. Attendees will learn strategies to create a respectful and professional learning environment for all students. Registration Deadline: September 28, 2025 We hope you can join us for this important and informative training! Warm Regards, Jimmy Morris MA, NOMCT

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Question about Policy Change re Work Authorizations for Immigrants Seeking VR Services
by Justin Salisbury 25 Sep '25

25 Sep '25

Good afternoon, friends and colleagues! I currently live in Minnesota, where our state VR agency serving the blind is considering some policy changes. One of them is a bit confusing to me, so I'm reaching out to ask if people here have any experience with this kind of policy change and if you have anything to share. I think I've been told that this policy change has been directly handed down to us from RSA, so, if that's the case, then I think people all over the country should be in the same boat. I just haven't heard any public discourse in NFB spaces about it and want to be informed before I do or say anything on this proposed policy change. The proposal is to add this requirement: "If a person is not a legal permanent resident or U.S. Citizen, they must provide evidence of work authorization (such as a nonimmigrant work visa or Employment Authorization Document) before eligibility can be determined. If no evidence can be provided, the case is closed from application without an eligibility determination." I wonder what kinds of ethical dilemmas this will cause for anyone holding a CRC or any certifications from the NBPCB or ACVREP. On the one hand, there may be people who come to the United States looking for VR services so that they can become confident and skilled enough to go out and get a work authorization. I think I've worked with students who had some kind of medical visa which allowed them to come to the US for healthcare, and then we gave them adjustment-to-blindness training, which helped them to go apply for a work visa. That wasn't in Minnesota, but it could be possible anywhere, I would suppose. Such a policy change would seem to eliminate that phenomenon from happening again. On another hand, there could be people here on other kinds of visas, like international students who are here on F-1 student visas, who might benefit from receiving some access technology instruction. On another hand, we could have people who are here on still other kinds of visas that do not allow them to work, who then become blind, who could benefit from VR services. These folks may apply for work visas, but do we want to make them wait until the work visa goes through before we can start serving them? It also occurs to me that other federal policy changes could be under consideration that might allow a person to get a work visa if they're coming here for VR services, but I doubt that. What do folks here know about these kinds of policy changes? Thanks in advance, Justin Justin MH Salisbury, MEd, NOMC, NCRTB English Pronouns: He/Him/His Email: President(a)Alumni.ECU.edu<mailto:President@Alumni.ECU.edu> ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Justin_Salisbury<https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Justin_Sa…> LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-salisbury<https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-salisbury&s…> ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1786-2786 "Until the lion learns how to write, every story will glorify the hunter." Chinua Achebe

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Structured discovery teaching Mailing List?
by Jane Lansaw 18 Sep '25

18 Sep '25

Good morning everyone, I got this email at work. I assume it was sent to my work inbox because when My Work pays for me to attend and if we convention or other conferences, my work email gets used. With everything else, NOMC, and BPCB and Nfb, I use this email address. There was a place in the original email describing how to change email addresses and I did so. I kept getting non sequitur responses so now I’m a little worried. It might be scam. Instead of risking everybody by forwarding the entire email. I grabbed the email address and will paste it below so if anybody knows if this is legitimate or not, all you will have is the actual address and not anything that might corrupt your device. sdteaching-bounces(a)lists.nbpcb.org The non sequitur responses I got didn’t seem to imply any kind of human initiative. Jane Lansaw NOMC Sent from my iPhone

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FW: Vacancy List & Special Announcement
by admin＠nbpcb.org 17 Sep '25

17 Sep '25

We have been asked to distribute the following information. From: Klenzmann, Darlene (DARS) <Darlene.Klenzmann(a)dars.virginia.gov> Sent: Monday, September 15, 2025 10:58 AM Subject: Vacancy List & Special Announcement Please find Career Opportunities currently posted. WWRC positions are included but are listed as DARS. Also attached is a hard to fill position, please share with anyone who has the certification. Darlene Klenzmann HR Talent Acquisition Partner Division of Human Resources Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services 📱 804-662-7003 (Cell) | 📠 804-662-7662 (Fax) 📧 Darlene.klenzmann(a)dars.virginia.gov <mailto:Darlene.klenzmann@dars.virginia.gov> 🌐 www.dars.virginia.gov <http://www.dars.virginia.gov>

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Structured Discovery Ethics Training
by jimorris0116＠gmail.com 15 Sep '25

15 Sep '25

**Deadline to Register is September 28th, 2025***** Structured Discovery Professionals Ethics Training As part of our ongoing commitment to professional development, the NOMCT Education Subcommittee is pleased to offer a special training session focused on the moral principles in our classes. This event will feature a panel discussion with three instructors from different Structured Discovery centers, each bringing their unique experience and perspective. Topic: Maintaining Ethics in Our Classes Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Eastern Presenters: Nancy Coffman, AT Instructor Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired Kevin Lowe, O&M SAAVI Services for the Blind Delfina Rodriguez, Kitchen Instructor Colorado Center for the Blind Please click on the link below to register for the event by September 28th, 2025 https://nbpcb.org/guestreg You are required to register to attend this meeting and receive CEU's. The Zoom link will be distributed from the registration link. About the Session: This annual ethics training will explore how to maintain strong ethical standards while teaching. Panelists will discuss how honesty, fairness, and integrity can be practiced in everyday classroom situations. Attendees will learn strategies to create a respectful and professional learning environment for all students. Registration Deadline: September 28, 2025 We hope you can join us for this important and informative training! Warm Regards, Jimmy Morris MA, NOMCT

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Job Posting --Minnesota Center for the Blind
by admin＠nbpcb.org 12 Sep '25

12 Sep '25

Posting on behalf of Briley O'connor Job Posting --Minnesota Center for the Blind Cane Travel Instructor (Full-time, Exempt) Starting salary: $50,000 + benefits Location: Minnesota Center for the Blind (MCB), Minneapolis, MN About MCB Minnesota Center for the Blind is relaunching structured-discovery training to meet today's realities. We deliver expectation-rich instruction in cane travel, Braille, assistive technology, home and personal management, careers, and a blindness-specific English Language Learning program. We are a proud affiliated center of the National Federation of the Blind. We are assembling a small, dynamic team that loves to build, iterate, and innovate with students so graduates leave confident, employed, and connected. About the Role MCB is restarting programming and seeking a Cane Travel Instructor to provide structured-discovery orientation and mobility training. You will build the initial cane travel curriculum; deliver group and one-to-one instruction using nonvisual techniques under learning shades; teach judgment-based problem solving, environmental and traffic analysis, safe street crossings, public transit use, and indoor/outdoor orientation; adapt instruction for students with multiple disabilities; and maintain complete records and monthly progress reports for vocational-rehabilitation agencies. The role includes frequent community-based instruction in all seasons and occasional evening and weekend lessons (for example, night travel and winter conditions). Key Responsibilities Program Development & Instruction * Design and maintain the initial cane travel curriculum aligned to structured-discovery pedagogy, with lesson sequences, expectations, and assessments. * Deliver structured-discovery instruction (Socratic questioning, guided problem-solving) to build confidence, judgment, and independent decision-making under learning shades. * Teach adults and, as needed, K-12 students; provide group classes and individualized instruction across classroom and community settings; set clear performance benchmarks. * Adapt instruction for DeafBlind and hard-of-hearing students, people with traumatic brain injury, Autism or other neurodiversity, and students who use walkers or wheelchairs. * Work effectively alongside interpreters and other communication supports arranged by MCB; employ tactile, auditory, and plain-language strategies while maintaining high expectations. Student Support & Operations * Participate in intake, orientation, and goal-setting for travel training. * Communicate routinely with students, families, and VR counselors regarding goals, progress, and next steps; coordinate with Braille, Assistive Technology, Home Management, Careers, and ELL instructors to integrate cross-curricular travel goals. * Manage inventory of long white canes, learning shades, and training aids; request replacements as needed. * Follow documented procedures and checklists for emergency response, severe weather, and night travel. * Represent MCB at state conventions, state agency meetings, and other external events as appropriate; share program updates and model the structured-discovery philosophy. Documentation & Program Administration * Maintain accurate daily notes, attendance, and skill checklists for each student. * Produce monthly progress reports for vocational-rehabilitation agencies; contribute to Individualized Training Plans and exit summaries. * Assist with program-level budget tasks for cane travel (equipment and supplies, communication supports, transit and training expenses); submit purchase requests and reconcile receipts. * Take on related projects as program needs evolve to advance MCB's mission. Required Qualifications * National Orientation & Mobility Certification (NOMC) - required at start date; maintain active certification and continuing education. * Demonstrated commitment to the structured-discovery philosophy and high expectations for blind and low-vision students. * Strong communication and documentation skills; ability to collaborate across disciplines. * Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Word, Excel) and basic digital file management in a cloud environment. * Ability to conduct extended lessons outdoors and in the community in all seasons, including occasional evenings and weekends. * Eligibility to work in the United States; successful completion of a background check after a conditional offer. Preferred Qualifications * Experience developing curricula (lesson sequences, assessments, performance benchmarks). * Experience teaching or supporting DeafBlind students and working alongside interpreters; ASL proficiency a plus. * Familiarity with public transit systems and travel-related mobile apps; basic comfort with assistive technology. * Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities; multilingual skills a plus. * Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire. How to Apply Email your resume and cover letter to <mailto:executivedirector@blindinc.org> executivedirector(a)blindinc.org with the subject line "Cane Travel Instructor - [Your Name]". Interview accommodations: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please email <mailto:executivedirector@blindinc.org> executivedirector(a)blindinc.org. _____ Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination MCB is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), marital status, familial status, disability (including blindness and low vision), age, genetic information, veteran or military status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are blind or low-vision, people with disabilities, and candidates from historically marginalized communities. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications and job-related criteria. NBPCB Office PO Box 2373 Ruston LA 71273 318 299-7340 <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> admin(a)nbpcb.org <http://www.nbpcb.org> www.nbpcb.org <https://www.nbpcb.org/pages/lookup.php> Click here to verify the status of NBPCB certified professionals

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Upcoming September 18 CE event on accessibility
by Kristen Sims 12 Sep '25

12 Sep '25

I have personally found much value in being a member of OMSA and encourage all who are interested to not only become a member but consider joining a committee. These professional development opportunities are available to anyone who is interested. Our very own Dezman Jackson will be presenting next Thursday. You can find registration information in the announcement below as well as membership information. Have a great Friday! Kristen Kristen J. Sims, M.Ed NOMC NCUEB Interim Director Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University College of Education and Human Sciences 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158, Ruston, LA 71272 318.257.4554 | 318.348.4637 LATech.edu<https://www.latech.edu/> [state-T-wordmark-horizontal] ________________________________ From: Orientation and Mobility Specialist Association <oandmassociation(a)136995985.mailchimpapp.com> Sent: Friday, September 12, 2025 8:48 AM To: Kristen Sims <ksims(a)office.latech.edu> Subject: [EXT] Reminder: upcoming September 18 CE event on accessibility View this email in your browser<https://mailchi.mp/80fdce9921b0/upcoming-ceu-event-essentials-of-being-an-i…> [https://mcusercontent.com/9235a212875cf5792e924e4f8/images/434ee393-9785-41…] Dear OMSA community, We invite you to join us in September for the following CE event: Topic: Accessibility Presenter: Dezman Jackson. When: September 18, 2025, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM ET This webinar covers the fundamentals of accessibility and their importance in creating inclusive content. Participants will learn what accessibility means, including an overview of WCAG. The session highlights universal design, legal obligations, and reviews real-world examples of accessible and inaccessible content. Attendees will gain practical best practices for developing digital materials usable by people with disabilities, including those who are blind or visually impaired. The presentation will allow participants to: ● Define accessibility as it relates to digital content. ● Understand the importance of accessibility in digital content. ● Identify common accessibility issues and their solutions. Intended Audience: Professionals who are creating content or who desire more knowledge about best practices in creating accessible content. OMSA continuing educationopportunities are open to OMSA members and non-members; however only OMSA members are eligible to receive CEs for attending the live event. You must register<https://usomsa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9235a212875cf5792e924e4f8&…> to receive the Zoom link. Cordially, The OMSA Continuing Education Committee [Facebook]<https://usomsa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9235a212875cf5792e924e4f8&…> [Website]<https://usomsa.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9235a212875cf5792e924e4f8&…> Copyright © 2025 Orientation and Mobility Specialist Association, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Orientation and Mobility Specialist Association 10010 Winegar Rd Laingsburg, MI 48848-9326 Add us to your address book<https://usomsa.us8.list-manage.com/vcard?u=9235a212875cf5792e924e4f8&id=e8f…> Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences<https://usomsa.us8.list-manage.com/profile?u=9235a212875cf5792e924e4f8&id=e…> or unsubscribe from this list<https://usomsa.us8.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=9235a212875cf5792e924e4f8&…>. [Email Marketing Powered by Mailchimp]<https://login.mailchimp.com/signup/email-referral/?aid=9235a212875cf5792e92…> CAUTION: This e-mail originated from a system outside of Louisiana Tech University. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. See Identifying and Handling Suspicious Messages<https://helpdesk.latech.edu/kb/uncategorized/identifying-and-handling-malic…> in the knowledge base.

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Job Posting Alabama
by Kristen Sims 12 Sep '25

12 Sep '25

See attachment from Issac Beavers. Kristen J. Sims, M.Ed. NOMC NCUEB Interim Director Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University College of Education and Human Sciences 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158, Ruston, LA 71272 318.257.4554 | 318.348.4637 LATech.edu<https://www.latech.edu/> [state-T-wordmark-horizontal]

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