The real problem of blindness is not the lack of eyesight. The real problem is the misunderstanding and lack of information which exist. If a blind person has proper training and opportunity, blindness is only a physical nuisance.

The National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut (NFBC) is a state affiliate of The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) and works to improve the lives of blind people in Connecticut. By providing information and education to its members and the public, the NFBC is changing what it means to be blind.

• Now Available! The Fall/Winter Edition of "The Federationist"!
  
  
• Plan to come visit our table at the Kids' Fair on February 4 & 5, 2011 at the CT Convention Center! For more information, go to www.jenksproductions.com
  
  
• 2012 Braille Calendars are now available free of charge from our Community Outreach Office! Call 860-289-1971 or email info@nfbct.org
  
  
• The National Federation of the Blind of CT is now hosting a list serve. If you are interested in participating, please see sign-up instructions on our information page .
  

• At-Large Meetings! In order to expand involvement to members who cannot attend meetings due to a variety of reasons, the National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut is working to establish an at-large chapter this year. This chapter will meet on the third Tuesday evening every other month via conference call. Please note that involved members will be responsible for paying any long distance fees that they may incur with the call.The next at-large conference call meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 20th at 7:30PM. For call-in information to participate in our meetings, please contact our Community Outreach Office by email at info@nfbct.org or by phone at 860-289-1971. Please note that the January meeting has been cancelled.
  
  
• Upcoming Events at the NFB of Connecticut
  
  
• Learn more about The National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut (NFB)

• Legislative Issues in Connecticut
  

• NFB-Newsline® offers new options!
  
  
• Chapter Leaders and Meeting Information
  
  
• Courtesy Rules of Blindness
  
  
• The NFB now has a division for blind crafters. Its called Krafter's Korner, and CT's Joyce Kane is the president. Check our their website for upcoming online classes.
  
  
• In June, 2008, the NFB of CT held its first "Art in the Dark" Project. We invited both sighted and blind children to participate. Click here for an interview with art instructor, Verna O'Donnell. Check out our new video from our "Art in the Dark" Project!
  

• By choosing to become a teacher of the visually impaired, you can make a positive difference in the life of a child.

• Braille Readers Are Leaders Contest - July 1 through October 15, 2011

• Scholarships and Grants

• Affiliate, Division and Committee Leaders

• Information for Job Seekers

• The Federationist: The NFBC Publication: NEW! Fall/Winter 2011 Issue
  

• Volunteer Opportunities

• You Can Contribute: Donation information

National Federation of the Blind Home Page

Updated January 16, 2012