Featured Programs
NFB BELL Academy
The nationwide NFB BELL Academy provides children with Braille and nonvisual skills instruction through fun, hands-on learning activities.
Orioles Wear Braille
On September 18, the Baltimore Orioles will become the first American professional sports team to wear jerseys with Braille letters. You can bid on the autographed and authenticated jerseys September 18-25, with all proceeds benefiting the National Federation of the Blind.
National Convention
The largest gathering of blind people in the world, our convention is the place for training, support, and inspiration for the blind community. Check out preliminary details for the 2019 National Convention and highlights from 2018.
Bolotin Awards
The annual Dr. Jacob Bolotin Awards honor individuals and organizations that are a positive force in the lives of blind people.
Upcoming National Events
- October 11-12, Tactile Graphics in Education and Careers Symposium, Baltimore, MD
- October 15, White Cane Awareness Day
- November 13-16, NABM BLAST 2018, San Antonio, TX
- March 28-29, 2019, Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium, Baltimore, MD
- July 7-12, 2019, 2019 National Convention, Las Vegas, NV
Upcoming State Conventions
- September 13-16, West Virginia State Convention, Morgantown, WV
- September 21-23, Montana State Convention, Helena, MT
- September 22, Maine State Convention, Lewiston, ME
- September 28-30, Hawaii State Convention, Honolulu, HI
- September 28-30, Oregon State Convention, Medford, OR
Helpful Resources
Top Stories
Orioles Celebrate NFB and Braille
The National Federation of the Blind and the Baltimore Orioles celebrated the NFB’s 40th anniversary in Baltimore on September 18. President Riccobono threw out the ceremonial first pitch of the game, and the Orioles players and staff wore official jerseys with their last names and the team name in Braille. Braille alphabet cards were also handed out to the fans by NFB members. Check out The Washington Post article about the event.
Special thanks to the Baltimore Orioles, Mid-Atlantic Sports Network (MASN), and Jim Hunter.
My Month in Tokyo
Living the life you want can mean traveling to foreign countries and learning about new cultures. Read this blog post about one member's fascinating journey to Tokyo, Japan.
The Right to Parent from a Sighted Daughter's Perspective
The Braille Monitor recently published this speech from our 2018 National Convention which affirms that "children of blind parents can and do live wonderful lives."
Feeling the Love
Learn more about the popular Rice Krispies Treats® "Love Notes" program, and our partnership with Kellogg’s, in this bonus podcast episode.
From Local to National: NFB Advocacy
There's a place for everyone in advocacy efforts for the blind. Learn more by listening to our latest podcast episode that's all about advocacy and community involvement.
Rice Krispies Treats: Love Is More Accessible with Braille Stickers
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