Josephine L. Taylor Leadership Institute (JLTLI)

New! Register Online for the 2008 JLTLI

The early registration rate of $345.00 is available until March 20,2008, so register today!

Attention Direct Service Agencies: Register four conference attendees and get the fifth registration Free! Contact Caitlin McFeely at 212-502-7674 or cmcfeely@afb.net to take advantage of this great deal.

If you think a Blackberry® is something used to make jam, AFB's 2008 National Conference is for you.

And if you'd like to see your Blackberry® crushed into jam, we've got something for you, too.

Learn How Technology is Changing Life for People with Vision Loss, April 4-5 in San Francisco, CA.

Whether you like it or not, technology is rapidly changing the world around us, especially for people who are blind or visually impaired. AFB's 2008 National Conference is bringing together experts and beginners across the vision loss and technology fields for a rousing discussion about the present and future role of technology. Join us to discuss hot topics like:

• How does technology affect the lives of people with vision loss?
• What are the latest changes in technology?
• Can technology be fun?

Come be a part of a dialogue that promises to inspire those new to the field and challenge the experts.

The 2008 Josephine L. Taylor Leadership Institute (JLTLI) will take place from April 4-5 at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Hotel. Please note that the room rate for the San Francisco Airport Marriott is $145.00 per night. This rate is available until Sunday, March 16, 2008.

Hurry! Make hotel reservations online or call 1-800-228-9290 and identify yourself as attending the American Foundation for the Blind conference.

Please consider attending JLTLI if you are...

• An administrator of a program serving individuals who are blind or have low vision,
• A university faculty member or student in preparation to work with individuals who are visually impaired,
• A teacher or orientation and mobility specialist working with children or youths with visual impairments and their families,
• A rehabilitation teacher or counselor working with adults who are visually impaired and their families,
• An individual who is blind or visually impaired and interested in helping others with visual challenges, or
• A family member of a person who is blind or visually impaired.

For more information contact: Caitlin McFeely at (212) 502-7674 or cmcfeely@afb.net.

About JLTLI

The purpose of the Josephine L. Taylor Leadership Institute (JLTLI) is to improve the quality of programming and services to blind and visually impaired children, adults, and their families. The Institute is designed to provide a forum in which leadership personnel and emerging leaders from the blindness field can come together to increase and share their knowledge and expertise. In addition, the JLTLI affords opportunities to network, share common concerns and innovative strategies, as well as learn about what projects AFB personnel and others in the field have undertaken to improve quality of life for people with visual impairments.

The Institute will strive to be the embodiment of the spirit and dedication of Josephine L. Taylor, a woman of dignity and commitment to improving opportunities and quality of life for blind and visually impaired persons—a true leader in the field of services for blind people everywhere. It is through the Josephine L. Taylor Leadership Institute that the American Foundation for the Blind not only recognizes Dr. Taylor's lifetime service but also hopes to perpetuate her philosophies.