National Federation of the Blind Presidential Releases - English

President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind Presidential Release #563. He explains the organization’s affiliation structure as outlined in the NFB National Constitution and emphasizes the role of membership in the organized blind movement. He concludes with his customary closing remarks.

President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Presidential Release #560. He shares the announcement of the US Department of Justice’s interim final rule delaying the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II web accessibility rule, which requires and enforces accessibility standards for state and local government websites and mobile applications. He explains the history of the ADA, why the rule is significant, and how it affects the lives of blind Americans. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind Presidential Release #558. He encourages all to attend the national convention in Austin, Texas, and emphasizes the importance of membership in setting the organization’s priorities and policies. He also announces a survey that will be distributed to new members to gather feedback on the onboarding process. He provides legislative updates following the Washington Seminar. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind Presidential Release #557. He recaps our week of advocacy at the NFB Washington Seminar and shares highlights from his trip to the World Blind Union meeting, underscoring the Federation’s influence among blind organizations worldwide. He also includes his opening remarks from the Great Gathering-In, emphasizing the importance of the 2026 NFB Washington Seminar for blind Americans. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Presidential Release #556. He reminds members to pay their annual dues and browse their member profile to access exclusive member benefits. He outlines the 2026 legislative priorities and emphasizes the importance of advocating for legislation that improves the lives of blind Americans. He also encourages engagement with NFB publications to spark chapter discussion, share hope, and contribute to the community’s wisdom. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.

Important link:

nfb.org/washington-seminar

President Mark Riccobono presents the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Presidential Release #555. He champions the accomplishments the organized blind movement made this year through our collective action, advocacy, and commitment to raising expectations for blind people. He encourages members to share their ideas about how we can strengthen the movement and shape our priorities for 2026. He concludes with Federation family news and his customary closing remarks.