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.
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.
- Presidential Release #533, December 2023 (Audio for Chapters)
- Presidential Release #533, December 2023 (Transcript for Chapters)
- Presidential Release #533, December 2023 (YouTube) - Full Live Recording
- Presidential Release #533, December 2023 (Full Transcript)
- Presidential Release #533, December 2023 Spanish Audio
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.
- Presidential Release #532, November 2023 (Audio for Chapter Meetings)
- Presidential Release #532, November 2023 (YouTube) - Full Live Recording
- Presidential Release #532, November 2023 (Full Transcript)
- Presidential Release #532, November 2023 (Transcript for Chapter Meetings)
- Presidential Release #532, November 2023 (Spanish Audio)
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.
- Presidential Release #531, October 2023 (Audio for Chapter Meetings)
- Presidential Release #531, October 2023 (Transcript for Chapter Meetings)
- Presidential Release #531, October 2023 (YouTube) - Full Live Recording
- Presidential Release #531, October 2023 (Full Transcript)
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.
- Presidential Release #530, September 2023 (Audio for Chapter Meetings)
- Presidential Release #530, September 2023 (YouTube) - Full Live Recording
- Presidential Release #530, September 2023 (Full Transcript)
Previous Presidential Releases
To listen to previous presidential releases, please visit the presidential release archive.