Press Room

Stay informed on all news, issues, and priorities related to the organized blind movement.

We are pleased to serve as a resource for the press on all issues related to our organization and to blindness. For more information or to request an interview with one of our experts, please contact Chris Danielsen, director of public relations, at 410-659-9314, extension 2330 (office), 410-262-1281 (mobile), or [email protected].

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Press Releases and News Briefs

Below are the most recent press releases and news briefs issued by the National Federation of the Blind.

National Federation of the Blind Issues Public Comments on NPRM Proposing ADA Title II Regulations

Baltimore, Maryland (September 26, 2023): The National Federation of the Blind, the transformative membership and advocacy organization of blind Americans, has published its official comments on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (RIN 1190-AA79) that was issued last month by the United States Department of Justice under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Celebrates Teachers of Tomorrow Announcing the 2023-2024 Cohort

Baltimore, Maryland (September 20, 2023): The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) is proud to announce the members of the newest cohort of the NFB Teachers of Tomorrow program. Our NFB Teachers of Tomorrow program is an immersive, professional development program that connects teachers of blind and low-vision students to the lived experiences of blind people.

NHL Referee Dan O'Rourke Completes Route 66 Ride for Braille Literacy

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National Federation of the Blind Comments on Proposal of ADA Title II Regulations

Baltimore, Maryland (August 4, 2023): The National Federation of the Blind, the transformative membership and advocacy organization of blind Americans, issued the following statement on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that has just been published by the United States Department of Just

National Federation of the Blind Awards $50,000

Houston, Texas (July 6, 2023): The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) has presented fifty thousand dollars in cash awards to individuals and organizations that are a positive force in the lives of blind people and whose work advances the goal of helping transform their dreams into reality.