ACB Media Calendar

AI is not here to replace teachers-it’s a tool that can support learning in new ways. From reading text aloud to providing descriptions of images. AI helps blind students access information, work creatively, and engage in the classroom. Learn how AI can make education easier, not harder. Presenter: Shawn Keen, AI Guru, AI For The Blind, Fort Worth, TX.

In recent years, American Society has become increasingly polarized around political and other differences in belief. As ACB is a microcosm of society, it is likely our affiliates and local chapters are facing polarization among members. This program will help leaders explore how they can achieve unity in the face of disagreement to help move their organization’s programs and activities forward. Through sharing information and role play, we hope you will come away from this activity with tools that will help you be an affective leader in the face of all that is happening around you. Presenter: Rahel Tesfaye, Graduate Student, Southern Methodist University (SMU), Dallas TX.

From Charters and Chapters to autonomy and accountability – These topics and more will be explored with ACB’s parliamentarian as we continue our work to strengthen and renew our affiliate and national expectations policy. Affiliate and chapter leaders are encouraged to attend. Facilitator: Deb Cook Lewis, ACB President; Julie Palm, PRP, ACB Parliamentarian

Our speaker will use personal experiences to highlight how using the mission and goals of the business will help it thrive. The main focus is on bringing meaning into their business to ensure the passion for the business continues. Presenter: Dan Lococo, PhD, Affinity By Design, Inc., Milwaukee, WI.

Mental health affects us all. Yet stigma, shame and fear of judgement are major contributors to the high rate of mental illness among minority populations. This session explor how storytelling can make a difference. Co-sponsored by: ACB Mental Health and Wellness Committee, Multicultural Affairs Committee

Speakers will give participants ways to prevent identity theft. You will also learn about recent scams and how to identify them so you don’t get scammed. Panelists: Deborah Joice, Author, Honolulu, HI; Chris Peterson, Founder and CEO, Penny Forward, Richfield, MN.

This Interactive panel will provide Practical tools and tips from professionals to help you recharge or reinvent your career from resume and interview tips, career assessment/coaching, job search techniques and self-care and mental health advice. Co-sponsored by ACBGE and the Employment Committee Moderator: Pat Sheehan, President, ACB Government Employees – Silver Spring, MD. Panelist: Pam Shaw – Chair – ACB Mental Health and Wellness Committee – Jenkintown, PA; Cheryl Cumings – Workforce Development Manager -Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. – Seattle, WA – ACB Employment Committee; Sara Freeman Smith -Career Navigator/CEO U R Gems, LLC., ACB Employment Committee, Houston, TX.

Join us for an engaging and accessible ‘Introduction to Investing’ workshop designed especially for beginners. During this interactive session, Chris Peterson, AFC, Cody Bair, CPA, and Kane Brolin, CFP, will introduce Penny Forward’s brand-new online course, Introduction to Investing. You’ll get a clear overview of investing basics, learn how investing can help you build long-term financial security, and explore how blind and low vision people can confidently navigate the investing world. There will also be plenty of time for questions, so bring your curiosity-we’re here to help you take the first steps toward becoming an informed investor. Presenters: Chris Peterson, AFC, Richfield, MN, Cody Bair, CPA, Denver, CO, Kane Brolin, CFP, Mishawak, IN