Florida Association of Blind Students
The National Federation of the Blind of Florida
Welcome to our website!
Where we are changing what it
means to be a blind student.
We want you to get involved!
Get involved in our new Fundraiser!
You could win a Victor Reader Stream by Humanware, valued at $329.00!
Donate to the Florida Association of Blind Students. For each $5.00 you donate,
you will receice one Raffle Ticket. For each $25.00 you donate, you will receive
six Raffle Tickets! You can donate via PayPal, and receive your Raffle Ticket Stubs via return mail. Each ticket is one chance to win!
Use PayPal to send your donation. Click on the "Send Money" link and enter the e-mail address:
Make sure your address and other contact information is up-to-date with PayPal.
We recommend you include a note in the "Message to Recipient" field with the
details, such as the amount you are donating, the number of raffle tickets you are requesting, and with any necessary corrections to your address and contact
information.
If you have any questions, please contact sunkissedsurfer07@hotmail.com or
Thank you for your support!
The Florida Association of Blind Students is a division of the National Federation of the Blind of Florida. Organized by and for students who are blind or visually impaired, this division intends to meet the ever-changing needs of students. We are leading the way in offering resources on issues such as testing, accessible textbooks and materials, overcoming negative attitudes about blindness from school personnel, developing new techniques of accomplishing lab work, taking exams, and completing assignments, as well as supporting and assisting students in all areas of their educational experiences. The Florida Association of Blind Students offers assistance to increase educational opportunity and equality through advocacy and motivational support.
By joining our ranks, you will have the opportunity to
- Share your experiences and learn from others;
- Network with professionals who are visually impaired;
- Participate in seminars, workshops, and other events;
- Build leadership skills through community activities;
- Promote a positive attitude by demonstrating the abilities of blind and visually impaired people;
- Educate other students about the various services and technologies available to them.
Contact Information
Students who are interested in becoming a member or who have any inquiries, please contact one of the following Board members:
Alicia Betancourt, President
licib85@yahoo.com
Merry Schoch, Vice President
Megan Florez, Treasurer
Tiffany Kohnen, Secretary
Sharon McDonald-Anderson, Board Member/Membership
Eric Barrette, Board Member/Legislation
Peter Cerullo, Board Member/Fund Raising