White Canes Connect

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk with Yvonne Hughes who has been visually impaired for nearly 40 years, but just attended her first National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania State Convention. Yvonne, who is from Philadelphia, also talks about her community activism for people with all disabilities.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/014

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk to Karthik Kannan, a co-founder of Envision, and Hope Hein, an Envision Ambassador. They tell us what led to the creation of the app that allows the blind and visually impaired to hear what they want to see. They also tell us about Envision Glasses and all of their great features.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/013

Learn More About Envision

You can check out more about the app and the Envision Glasses at LetsEnvision.com. There is also a 14 day free trial you can download from the App Store or Google Play. Envision is hiring. Go to LetsEnvision.com/careers to see all of the jobs that are currently available.

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In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk to college freshmen Adison Lemmon and Simon Bonenfant. They tell us about college life and the accommodations they're both receiving at their respective schools. Simon, who is President of the Pennsylvania Association of Blind Students, also talks about the jam-packed agenda at the NFB of PA State Convention students meeting.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/012

Adison, a NFB national scholarship winner, is attending Robert Morris University in Moon Township, PA. Simon, who is also a member of the NFB of PA state board and the Secretary of the Keystone Chapter, is attending Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia.

Simon is a regular contributor at Blind Abilities. Listen to the latest interview he conducted with the hosts of Believe You Can!, the talent show for blind and visually impaired performers. Blind Abilities #790.

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In this episode of White Canes Connect, we are joined by NFB of PA President Lynn Heitz and Shawn Callaway, board member of the National Federation of the Blind and the 2021 national delegate to the NFB of PA state convention.

Shawn shares a bit about how a national delegate is selected and gives a taste of his talk to attendees which is sure to be inspiring.

Lynn discusses convention planning and gives a rundown of can't miss convention highlights.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/011

Hear why they both agree there's nothing like coming together in person.

In addition to his other positions, Shawn is also co-chair of the Diversity & Inclusion division and co-chairs the Black Leaders of the NFB committee.

Contact Shawn at: [email protected]

Contact Lynn at: [email protected]

In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk to David DeNotaris, a long-time friend of the NFB of PA and owner of Sky's The Limit Communications and Associates. Listen in to a lively albeit "noisy" discussion of his presentation at the 2021 PA State Convention. David is addressing the Students Division, but his inspiring message is universal and much needed. Hardly our shyest guest, David will have you pumped and ready to conquer whatever comes your way.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/010

Contact David DeNotaris

For more information about Sky's the Limit, email David at [email protected]

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In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk to Joe Drenth, First Vice President of our PA affiliate and convention chair. He takes us behind the curtain and shares what goes into making our state conventions fun, informative and seamless. Joe tells us what's new this year including a special celebration honoring our veterans. You will not want to miss Joe's talk on Tech Thursday, and there's a new twist on our auction on Friday night.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/009

More Info On NFB Of PA State Convention

Still haven't registered? To see the agenda, get hotel information, and register for the convention, go to http://nfbp.org/convention

Help Plan Future State Conventions

The planning committee is always looking for a few good men and women. Contact Joe at [email protected] if you're interested in helping.

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In this episode of White Canes Connect, we talk to future NFB leaders Adison Lemmon and Lizzy Muhammad Park about the NFB National Convention #NFB21. Both were scholarship winners, with Lizzy winning the $12,000 Dr. Kenneth Jernigan Scholarship. Lizzy will begin her Graduate Degree studies this fall at Johns Hopkins University in Washington, D.C., while Adison will start her freshman year at Robert Morris University in Moon Township, PA.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/003

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In this episode of White Canes Connect, Lisa and David talk to Connie Schue and Jim Antonacci about the NFB National Convention over the years. Connie and Jim each have 30 years of convention tales they share (well, not all 30) along with their thoughts on today's virtual convention experience. Hear how even after attending so many conventions over the years, Connie and Jim say each one has been special and memorable.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/002

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In this episode, Pardy gives a teaser of his talk before the Students Division at the 2021 NFB of PA state convention. Pardy is very transparent about his struggle in accepting his vision loss and having to do life just a little differently. He is an active Federationist in the United Kingdom, as well as a supporter of our PA affiliate.

Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/008

You're Invited

He also invites any and all to " Virtually Eastbourne Unlock Christmas," a cabaret with live entertainment, games and a live concert featuring a renowned blind Swedish Singer. Free via Zoom on Friday, December 10 from 2PM to 6PM EST.

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If you'd like more information, email Pardy at [email protected].

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The NFB of PA 2021 State Convention is Here!

The PA state convention is just days away and, in this episode, we kick it off with our convention hosts from the Capitol chapter in Harrisburg, PA.

Jason Polanski, president, and Tim McCarthy, first vice president not only talk shop regarding convention planning but also provide a tour of the Harrisburg restaurant scene. And be sure to, listen in on wise tips on how not to travel around the city.

Have you registered?

There's still time. The convention runs from 11/11 to 11/14. Learn more and register for the state convention.

Getting To Harrisburg

Book your train to Harrisburg. Call Amtrak at (800) 872-7245. Use discount code V819 to save money. Thanks for the code, Denice Brown!

NFB of PA Capital Chapter

Learn more about the Capital Chapter. Support the chapter's Panera Bread gift card fundraiser.

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