Presidential Releases

The presidential release is a monthly audio message from President Mark A. Riccobono that highlights the current activities of the National Federation of the Blind. It is shared with every chapter of the organization.

Mark Riccobono smiles casually while looking off to the side.The presidential release is typically available in English, Spanish, and as a text transcript in both languages. You can subscribe to the English and Spanish versions of the presidential release via your podcast client by searching for "National Federation of the Blind."

Upcoming Live Release

The National Federation of the Blind Presidential Release #533 will be broadcast on January 4, 2024, at 8:00 p.m., eastern. The Zoom details are coming soon.

December 2023

President Mark Riccobono presents presidential release #533 in front of a live audience at the Jernigan Institute. He shares a legislative alert for the Access Technology Affordability Act. He discusses Washington Seminar, internships, cooking up advocacy, and end of year giving. President Riccobono also shares Federation Family news and customary endings.

November 2023

President Mark Riccobono presents presidential release #532. He shares the celebration of the Federation anniversary, Karla Gilbride’s confirmation as General Counsel to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, authentic representation in All the Light We Cannot See, and more. He provides updates on advocacy and policy progress and upcoming Braille programs. President Riccobono also shares Federation Family news and customary endings.

October 2023

President Mark Riccobono presents presidential release #531, live from Louisville, Kentucky. He shares the celebration of Blind Equality Achievement Month, Leadership Development, end of year gift matching campaign, and updates on legislative progress regarding Web Accessibility. President Riccobono also shares Federation Family news and customary endings.

September 2023

President Mark Riccobono presents presidential release #530, live from Chicago. He shares updates on the 50th Leadership Seminar, LEGO Braille Bricks, Membership Profile, legislative priorities and the Washington Seminar. President Riccobono shares Federation Family news and customary endings.

Previous Presidential Releases

To listen to previous presidential releases, please visit the presidential release archive