Welcome to the CCB happenings for April 5.
Announcing CCB Government Affairs District Days:
The CCB Governmental Affairs Committee is planning District Days instead of a Capitol Day this year. The GA Committee will assist Chapters and Affiliates in prepping for this opportunity with tools and practice sessions. Chapter and affiliate legislative liaisons, and anyone interested , please email Ardis Bazyn at abazyn@bazyncommunications.com asap. Save the following dates and more info will follow.
Members will schedule their visits for the week of April 29 through May 3 in your respective state Assembly member’s offices
Practice calls will be scheduled for two dates to select: April 22 or April 24, an Jeff Thom and Sylvia Reese will facilitate these calls.
Any questions about district days should be directed to Alice Turner at alicem1957@comcast.net or Ardis Bazyn at abazyn@bazyncommunications.com
Jeff Thom will write the talking points for the following:
AB947, AB1434, Aging and Vision loss resolution, AB169, and AB1286.
More Info will follow to all Chapter and Affiliate Presidents and Legislative reps, including information on district office sites, and tools and packets.
Join us for this exciting opportunity to meet your local reps and represent CCB to discuss issues that are imperative for all of us.
Alice Turner and Ardis Bazyn
Co-chairs of the Governmental Affairs committee
Diabetes Group Call:
Monday, April 8
7 to 8PM
Call: 408.638.0968
ID: 158236260
https://zoom.us/j/158236260
Green tea, cinnamon, vinegar, lemon juice and lots of water- all have been purported to reduce glucose levels, but what’s fact and what’s fiction? This month’s discussion will focus on how we can best evaluate these claims, and why it’s wise to be wary, plus the best approach if one decides to experiment.
For questions, contact veronica.yolanda.hernandez@gmail.com or call 559.241.4242
San Francisco Chapter Student Education Access Grant 2019:
For: One legally blind students ages 8-18.
From: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo counties.
Award: Choice of iPhone, iPad, Android Phone, Orbitz Reader 20 braille display, Victor Reader Trek, Zoomtext Screen Magnifier, Zoomtext magnifier/Reader, JAWS Screen Reader.
Application deadline: April 10, 2019.
For details and application:
Charlie Dorris: 415-775-0487 tyreedorris@comcast.net
Linda Porelle: 415-586-2622, lmporelle@gmail.com
Promoting Positivity Within CCB:
Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Time: 7 to 8:30 PM
Call in number: 408.638.0968
Meeting ID: 646576098
When prompted for a participant code, press the Pound key.
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:
https://zoom.us/j/646576098
Along with a presentation on CCB Success through Legislation and Advocacy, the CCB Membership Committee will offer problem-solving techniques for chapters/affiliates who may be experiencing challenging situations. This focus call provides an opportunity to troubleshoot issues and share proactive approaches to address them.
To help manifest positive actions, We intend to explore ways to cultivate positivity within ourselves.
Writers Group:
Democracy Dies With Silence!
Does justice have working hours? Of course not! Last year the Guide Dog bill was struck down at the Governor’s desk. Lesson learned - all levels of government must be educated, including the governor.
How? Phone calls are good, but are at the mercy of Call Takers. Writing is better! Writing will ensure your message for AB169 is seen.
Join us on May 1, 2019, 7:30 PM PDT. Details coming!
Usability Study:
We are recruiting participants for a usability study on an accessible 3D modeling workflow for the blind and visually impaired. Participants with any experience of programming are preferred; proficiency not required. The study will last between 1.5 to 2 hours, will be conducted in the months of April to May and participants will be compensated $50 for their time.
If you are interested in helping to improve access to 3D modeling and design tools for blind makers and professionals please contact Alexa Siu through email at afsiu@stanford.edu or by phone: at 404-543/8057).
Alexa is a PhD Student at Stanford University conducting research to advance accessible interfaces for Making (e.g. 3D modeling and printing, electronics prototyping) for the blind and visually impaired.
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