Author: Stephanie Conrad

Leading Across Differences: Practical Skills for Constructive Dialogue and Belonging

As leaders, we regularly engage with individuals whose perspectives, experiences, communication styles, and needs differ from our own. These differences can either become barriers or opportunities. The way we navigate conversations, respond to disagreement, and foster connection has a direct…
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Assistive Technology Instructors: Training the Next Generation

Assistive Technology Instructors play a vital role in helping blind and low vision individuals access technology, employment, education, and independence. Join World Services for the Blind to learn what it takes to become an Assistive Technology Instructor and how WSB…
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2026 Inspiration Foundation Assistive Technology Grant Webinar

Please join VSA and representatives of the Inspiration Foundation to guide you through the application process for the 2026 Technology Grant opportunity provided to VisionServe Alliance members. Topics discussed include criteria, submission process and grant reporting responsibilities.
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How Transportation Works, and How to Make it Work Better

For people who are blind or visually impaired, getting to and from the places they need and want to go can be challenging. Barriers include lack of accessible public transportation, sidewalks, accessible pedestrian signals, and other pedestrian infrastructure that is…
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Safeguarding Your Nonprofit: Strategies for Unemployment & HR

Navigating unemployment costs, HR challenges, and compliance requirements can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Join this insightful webinar to discover practical strategies that will help your nonprofit stay financially resilient, compliant, and efficient. What you’ll gain: • Mastering…
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Transforming Lives: How a Holistic Model Elevates Vision Rehabilitation

Traditional vision rehabilitation provides essential skills and tools for independence, yet it often stops short of addressing the emotional, physical, and social dimensions of life after vision loss. This session explores how a holistic, person-centered approach can transform outcomes and…
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2025 Adapt and Thrive Leadership Conference Highlights Webinar

Jason Eckert shares key highlights from our 2025 Adapt and Thrive Leadership Conference, including speaker insights, key leadership takeaways, and crucial next steps. Topics include: • Reflections on the keynote presentation by Colin McLetchie, sharing groundbreaking strategies to advance leadership…
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Understanding the Earnings Cliff: How Employers Can Support Blind Employees on Social Security

Many blind employees who receive Social Security benefits face a significant financial barrier known as the earnings cliff—a point at which earning even a small amount above a certain threshold can result in the sudden loss of benefits, leaving them…
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A Deeper Dive into Leadership and Igniting Change

Join us in conversation with Lee Nasehi, Jason Eckert and our keynote speaker and facilitator for 2025’s upcoming Leadership Conference: Executive Coach, Facilitator, Trainer and Speaker, Colin T. McLetchie (www.fivewaysforward.com). Colin will introduce us to the principles of the Leadership…
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Steps for Success – How to Create Accessible Work Environments

Moderator: Denise Jess – Executive Director at Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired & Chair of VSA’s Committee Presenters: Arielle Silverman – Director of Research at AFB Kim Casey – Director of Accessibility at Ablr360 Bruce Sexton –…
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Coalition Building for Nondriver Transportation Access

In the United States, nearly one-third of people are nondrivers. While some people choose not to drive, many are not able to do so due to disability, age, income, immigration status, revocation of license or other reasons. Nondrivers are dependent…
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Reducing Turnover with a Stronger Culture

The median voluntary turnover rate among nonprofits is currently 13%. This affects companies greatly, costing them losses in productivity, knowledge/skills, and unrealized potential. Author and well-known presenter, Jamie Notter, who spoke about creating a culture of innovation at our conference…
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