Christopher Walker

blindness does not hold you back🧑‍🦯

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

We were made aware of an upcoming interim final rule that would institute a work requirement for Medicaid recipients.

After reading through an advance copy of the final rule, we can report that blind and disabled recipients of Medicaid will not be affected by this change.

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

When you give $25 to the NFB, you help advance connection, community, and opportunity for blind people nationwide. Be a Federation Connector and share our work with others. Give online at https://t.co/Kwg136Q0ht. Thank you! #NFB26

[Be My Eyes @BeMyEyes]

We're honored to be named to the Forbes Accessibility 200. 🌟 This belongs to every volunteer and user who makes Be My Eyes what it is! 💙

https://t.co/hY42qByaPF

#Accessibility200 #BeMyEyes

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

Episode 77 of Access On: News from Microsoft’s Ability Summit, Google’s IO conference, and Apple’s announcement for #GAAD. Plus, in an era of deep fakes, a listener offers nonvisual clues that may help you detect a scam.

Subscribe or download: https://t.co/H1aVfH8veB

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

The deadline to register online for #NFB26 is quickly approaching!

Registration includes access to the biggest event of the year, the mobile app, and timely convention news and communications.

Register today at https://t.co/fzpiyooOkD

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day! This is a day when we raise awareness of the importance of digital inclusion and accessibility for all. #GAAD

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

We filed a lawsuit challenging the administration’s abrupt delay of critical website accessibility features designed to ensure people with disabilities can access essential government and healthcare services online.

Read the full press release: https://t.co/WGbc9YBoMf

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

We live the life we want! Are you ready to grow, lead, and serve? Apply for the 2026–2027 Kenneth Jernigan Leadership‑In‑Service Program (KJLSP) — a transformative, year‑long leadership journey designed by blind leaders, for blind leaders.
Apply:  https://t.co/3fKMrP12Gm

[Be My Eyes @BeMyEyes]

Travel should be accessible to everyone! 🏨Our founder Hans Wiberg visited a @Hilton hotel to explore how their accessibility features support blind and low-vision guests.

Hilton is also available in the Be My Eyes Service Directory for real-time visual assistance! 💡

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

Congratulations to our 2026 scholarship finalists! The accomplishments of these outstanding students are proof that the blind can achieve excellence and live the lives we want. Read the full list of finalists! https://t.co/YvmBKKFg2p

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

"The Texas affiliate is planning hospitality on par with our 2023 convention in Houston. Will it be the same as 2023? No. Houston is the big sister with glitz, glamour, and audacity. Austin is the little sister with an outlaw streak."

Read more: https://t.co/uzwJqKvUtV

[Be My Eyes @BeMyEyes]

Discover the beginning of Be My Eyes 💙 Founder Hans Jørgen Wiberg shares how his experience with low vision inspired a global community connecting blind and low-vision people with volunteers in 180+ languages!

https://t.co/AbmjBEDijz

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

And then there were seven! South Dakota withdraws from Texas v. Kennedy case! Congratulations and thank you for your leadership to Ismael Collazo and Denise Avant for getting a critical meeting to influence this decision.

Learn more: https://t.co/aG2eBZjXgp

[American Council of the Blind @acbnational]

Congress is considering the ACCESS Act, a bill that would weaken ADA enforcement. It forces people with disabilities to wait up to 120 days before taking action on accessibility violations. Tell your member of Congress to oppose it: https://t.co/8qvnGkLPFG

[Be My Eyes @BeMyEyes]

Hear it from Syed! Be My Eyes on the Meta AI Glasses it’s “an amazing solution” that makes everyday tasks more accessible and connected. And this is just the beginning of how assistive technology can seamlessly fit into the world around us!

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

"Mom and dad never put limitations on me in a way that they said, 'No, you're blind. You can't do that.' They expected me. And in my mind, that is what has helped me be as successful as I've been," said Adelmo Vigil.

Full episode: https://t.co/N1dKTRbQfT

[Christopher Walker @MyBlindWay]

Open this link to join my WhatsApp Community: https://t.co/hz5V0bzqf5

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

Episode 72 of Access On: We begin with the DOJ's outrageous decision to delay ADA Title II. We return to our series on how to make your home smart. We learn from a listener about difficulty repairing Ray-Ban Meta glasses and more!

Subscribe or download: https://t.co/xMu5ZAnJwU

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

How have you been personally impacted by the delay of ADA Title II web accessibility regulations?

Comment below, and we may feature your comment on the Nation's Blind Podcast.

[National Federation of the Blind @NFB_voice]

We express outrage in response to the DOJ issuing an interim final rule regarding ADA Title II website and mobile application accessibility that delays implementation and accountability for state and local government digital accessibility.

Full statement: https://t.co/utus7WwMlk