2026 State Convention

Join us for the 55th Annual Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska — Stronger Together — from April 30th through May 3rd, 2026 in Kearney!

Packets

Below are links to the agenda and exhibitor packet. You may download the entire agenda or visit a web page for each day.

Location

Holiday Inn and Convention Center
110 2nd Avenue, Kearney, NE 68847

Registration Details

There's still time to register. Onsite registration is available for a $30.00 fee. Please note: Meal tickets will NOT be available for purchase onsite.

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Special Addition

A special demonstration of the new HumanWare BrailleNote Evolve will be held on:

Saturday, May 2, 2026
7:00 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.
Stateroom E

Patrick Fischer with NanoPac will provide a live demonstration of the new device and be available to answer questions.

The BrailleNote Evolve is HumanWare’s newest braille-first note taker, combining the familiar KeySoft environment with Windows 11 compatibility, support for Microsoft 365, and modern productivity tools designed for school, work, and everyday use.

Later that afternoon, convention attendees will also hear from HumanWare during the general session for additional updates and information.

Please note that this special morning demonstration is not listed in the agenda. If you would like to learn more about HumanWare’s newest note taker and see it in action, you may want to make plans to attend.

For more information about the BrailleNote Evolve and other HumanWare products, visit the HumanWare website at: www.humanware.com or Www.nanopac.com

Convention Highlights

Our convention is packed with exciting and informative opportunities! You'll have access to:

  • Breakout Sessions: Dive into specialized topics covering a wide range of experiences for blind individuals. Whether you're a student, job seeker, parent, entrepreneur, or professional, our sessions will equip you with practical tools and insights to thrive in every aspect of your life.
  • Exhibit Hall: Explore a variety of vendors and organizations that support and advocate for blind individuals. Visit every exhibitor, get your card marked at each table, and enter for a chance to win cash prizes!
  • Welcome Reception: Kick off the convention on Thursday night with light hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, and great conversation with fellow attendees.
  • General Sessions & Keynote Banquet: Learn from dynamic speakers and experts in the field of blindness during our general sessions on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, including an inspiring keynote at our Saturday evening banquet featuring Anil Lewis, Executive Director of Blindness Initiatives, National Federation of the Blind.
  • Trivia Night: Gather your team Friday evening for a fun and fast-paced trivia challenge covering NFB history, general knowledge, and surprise questions. $5 per person per round.
  • Networking Opportunities: Whether you're looking to reconnect with old friends or make new ones, the convention provides an ideal space to network with blind individuals, families, and advocates from across Nebraska.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of Nebraska's largest gathering of blind individuals. Join us for a weekend of learning, sharing, and growing together — Stronger Together!