ACB Next Generation

Melanie Sinohui has been an @acbnational member for 30+ years but hadn't attended the DC #Leadership Conference until this year. Read all about her empowering experience on Capitol Hill: acbnextgeneration.org/2026/04/20/fro… #advocacy #blindness

In the latest episode of our Next Up with NextGen #podcast, we discuss the @acbnational DC Leadership Conference with 2 NextGen members. Find out about their biggest takeaways and why others should attend in the future: acbnextgeneration.org/2026/04/29/dis… #advocacy #accessibility #leadership

There are lots of scams today and they keep getting more elaborate. Learn about the most common ones and get tips on how to avoid them in our latest #podcast episode: acbnextgeneration.org/2026/01/25/spa… #scams #fraud

Searching for a job as a #blind or #VisuallyImpaired candidate? Check out the latest episode of our #podcast with longtime HR professional Sara Freeman Smith for a wealth of tips and tricks on this topic: #employment" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">acbnextgeneration.org/2025/12/22/the… #accessibility

Kristen Kelling, president of ACB Next Generation, was recently the featured guest on the ACB Media show @SpeakOutBlind. Listen to her interview at @acbnational" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spe…

Have you considered purchasing the @ray_ban @meta AI smart glasses? Hear from an ACB NextGen member who is totally #blind about his experience with them: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/12/08/my-… #tech #accessibility #blindness

In our latest blog post, ACB NextGen Treasurer Moe Carpenter shares how @WayAroundTools works and how it has greatly benefited her in identifying yarn: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/11/29/mak… #technology #accessibility #blind #LowVision

In our latest Passion Project Portal, we meet ACB NextGen member Lisha Pottackal whose passions include #leadership, #IceSkating, #crocheting, & #technology: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/10/30/pas… @acbnational #blindness #LowVision #accessibility

Looking for some handy tips on taking notes as a #blind or #LowVision individual? Check out our latest #podcast episode with #tips on #notetaking on a computer, iPhone, and using AI tools: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/09/18/not… #accessibility

A new episode of the Next Up with NextGen #podcast is here! Several NextGen members discuss their experiences attending the 2025 @acbnational Conference & Convention. Find out what their favorite sessions were and what they learned: #accessibility" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">acbnextgeneration.org/2025/08/08/nex… #blindness #LowVision

Have you ever struggled trying to communicate with someone? Has this communication barrier been frustrating to you? Check out our latest #podcast episode on bridging the language gap as a #blind or #LowVision person: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/06/21/bri…

Planning on #moving? Read about Vika’s recent move and how she and her support system made the experience stress free as someone who is #blind. acbnextgeneration.org/2025/06/09/mov… #LowVision #accessibility

Happy Mother’s Day to all moms in ACB Next Generation and the moms in our lives! We collected a few stories from members about their moms in today’s blog post. Check it out here: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/05/11/acb…

In this day and age, there are lots of security risks in the online world. Check out some of the top timeless tech safety tips to help keep yourself and your data safe: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/04/28/tim… #OnlineSafety #OnlineSecurity

Sugar Lopez has had lots of adversity in her life. But she’s never let it get her down and continues to make her mark on the world. Read her inspiring story: #blindness" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">acbnextgeneration.org/2025/03/31/a-s… #diabetes

ACB Next Generation recently celebrated our 5th birthday as an @acbnational affiliate! For our latest #podcast, we brought together 5 leaders to talk about the past, present, and future of NextGen. Listen now: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/03/30/cel…

In our latest Passion Project Portal, meet NextGen board director Justin Graben. Learn about his passions for ham radio, cars, and NextGen: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/02/28/pas… #HamRadio #accessibility

In our latest Next Up with NextGen #podcast, we feature a recording on positive affirmations and gratitude w/ panelists Amanda Selm and Pam Shaw. Learn helpful strategies on how to live a more fulfilling life: acbnextgeneration.org/2025/02/18/pos… #positivity #MentalHealth #affirmations

For our final Passion Project Portal of 2024, we meet Melanie Sinohui. Involved in @acbnational since age 10, learn about her many roles within ACB and what she likes to do for fun: acbnextgeneration.org/2024/12/23/pas… @cclvi #Arizona #LowVision

A few NextGen board members weighed in on what they are thankful for this year in recognition of #Thanksgiving this week. Here's what they said: acbnextgeneration.org/2024/11/26/wha…