National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled

Braille Institute Los Angeles Multi-Year Initiative to Unveil a Reimagined Library for those Blind and Visually Impaired

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목요일, 4월 13, 2023

LOS ANGELES, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After multiple years of planning, Braille Institute Los Angeles is set to unveil its reimagined library for those who are blind or visually impaired at an Open House event on Wednesday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free and open to the public, guests can explore the new space that includes an L.A. cityscape sensory wall and mural, a recording room, a lightbright and tech hub. Lunch will be served plus a reading from Los Angeles Poet Laureate Lynne Thompson. To register, visit brailleinstitute.org/library-workshops/rsvp by April 19.

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"Our goal is to provide a beautiful, comfortable, intellectually dynamic 21st century library for those who are blind, visually impaired, or have print disabilities," stated Lisa Lepore, Braille Institute Los Angeles Library Director.
"We're proud to be the Southern California Regional Library of the National Library Service, Library of Congress that provides free access to a vast collection of books and devices."
Features of the newly redesigned library include:
300,000 National Library Service (NLS) Book Titles - browse and borrow audio and braille books.
There's nothing like a great library, and we can't wait for our patrons and guests to experience this very special place."

FTC Marks Identity Theft Awareness Week for 2023 on January 30-February 3

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목요일, 1월 26, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission will mark its annual Identity Theft Awareness Week with a series of free events January 30-February 3 focused on how identity theft affects people of every community and ways to reduce your risk.

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The Federal Trade Commission will mark its annual Identity Theft Awareness Week with a series of free events January 30-February 3 focused on how identity theft affects people of every community and ways to reduce your risk.
Identity theft happens when someone uses your personal or financial information—such as your Social Security number or financial account information—without your permission.
Participants will hear from experts from the FTC and its Identity Theft Awareness Week partners, including AARP, Consumer Action, the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), the IRS, the Maryland Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, the Small Business Administration, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Consumers who have experienced identity theft can report it to the FTC and get a personalized recovery plan at IdentityTheft.gov.

FTC Marks Identity Theft Awareness Week for 2023 on January 30-February 3

Retrieved on:

목요일, 1월 26, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission will mark its annual Identity Theft Awareness Week with a series of free events January 30-February 3 focused on how identity theft affects people of every community and ways to reduce your risk.

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The Federal Trade Commission will mark its annual Identity Theft Awareness Week with a series of free events January 30-February 3 focused on how identity theft affects people of every community and ways to reduce your risk.
Identity theft happens when someone uses your personal or financial information—such as your Social Security number or financial account information—without your permission.
Participants will hear from experts from the FTC and its Identity Theft Awareness Week partners, including AARP, Consumer Action, the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), the IRS, the Maryland Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, the Small Business Administration, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Consumers who have experienced identity theft can report it to the FTC and get a personalized recovery plan at IdentityTheft.gov.

Tamara Rorie Joins Benetech Board of Directors

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화요일, 11월 1, 2022

“As someone who reads over 400 books a year using alternative text and works with print disabled patrons on a daily basis, I value the role of technology in providing access to education and creating opportunities by sharing the power of information with everyone. Benetech’s focus on equity in education -- especially within communities that are historically underserved -- resonates with my values around inclusion,” said Rorie. “I look forward to working with Benetech to deliver on the promise of equitable education for all students regardless of their zip code or abilities.”

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PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Benetech , a global nonprofit focused on providing equitable opportunities for all learners, today on National Family Literacy Day, announced the appointment of Tamara Rorie to its Board of Directors.
The Benetech board, a diverse and highly experienced group of professionals, leveragescollectiveexpertiseandleadershipfromabroadspectrumofsectorsincludingtechnology,business,philanthropy,andlaw to advance the organizations mission of driving equity in education.
As the newest member of Benetechs Board of Directors, Tamara will provide valuable strategic guidance to help Benetech deliver on its key impact goals.
Benetechs focus on equity in education -- especially within communities that are historically underserved -- resonates with my values around inclusion, said Rorie.