20220513-2 California Council of the Blind

20220513-2 2nd General Session Day 2 2022 Conference & Convention Navigating the Future Together 2nd General Session - Sarah Harris, First Vice-President, Fresno, Ca Presiding Welcome Dreaming Big, A new World for People with Disabilities o Andy, Imparato, Executive Director, Disability Rights California, Sacramento, Ca Participants discussed vision for the disability community in California and specifically for Disability Rights California, with an emphasis on concerns impacting people with vision loss. A Blind Man’s Perspective on the Future of Life with Vision Loss o Joe Xavier, Director, Department of Rehabilitation, Sacramento, Ca The “new normal” is upon us. How can people with vision loss leverage their adaptability skills in it? Participants heard Mr. Xavier’s perspective on this and so much more. Target Practice: Determining Which Transportation Issues are Local, which are Federal, and How to Hit Where You’re Aiming o Ron Brooks, CEO and Founder of Accessible Avenue, Phoenix, AZ Participants joined Ron Brooks on a ride that is sure to be within your pick-up window and won’t keep you on longer than 90 minutes. By the time attendees reached their destination, attendees were informed, entertained, and inspired. Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co