ACB Events

Carl Richardson and Kim Charlson, Co-Chairs of the Audio Description Project chat with Rick Morin about the 2025 Audio Description Awards Gala and the AD industry prior to the airing of the 2025 Audio Description Awards Gala on November 13, 2025.

2025 American Council of the Blind Audio Description GalaAudio Description Project November 13, 2025Join us for the 2025 AD Awards Gala! We honor people and organizations that help make film, tv, and video games more accessible. And we'll announce the winners of the AD People's Choice Awards. Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20251118 1900 ACBVA Banquet Keynote Address - Celebration, Debra HillDebra Hill, motivational speaker, singer, and proud member of ACBVA shares her story, voice, and vision for resilience and empowerment.Learn more about her work and music at debrahillsings.comFind out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20251118 1630 ACBVA Session 5,, Tech That Talks Back – Everyday Strategies for Navigating AI & Assistive TechnologySession 5: Tech That Talks Back – Everyday Strategies for Navigating AI & Assistive TechnologyFacilitated by Jeremy Grandstaff and Stan GowenDiscover how today’s smart tools can boost independence and simplify daily life. Whether you’re tech-curious or already plugged in,...

20251118 1515 ACBVA Session 4, Falls Prevention – Stand Tall, Stay SafeSession 4: Falls Prevention – Stand Tall, Stay SafeLarry Johnson, an ACB member from San Antonio, TX who has given workshops from 1 hour to 8 weeks on Falls Prevention, and Doug Powell, a 20+ year Tai Chi teacher, combine to give hints to improve your environment and exercises to improve your balance with special focus on...

20251118 1400 ACBVA Session 3, Emergency Preparedness – Plan, Prepare, ProtectSession 3: Emergency Preparedness – Plan, Prepare, ProtectDonna Clarke and --- from --- walk us through critical safety planning that’s both practical and empowering. (We will edit when we have more details.)Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20251118 1200 ACBVA Vendor IntroductionsHear lightning-round intros from vendors so you know who to visit during lunch and throughout the day.Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20251118 1045 ACBVA Session 2, Household Management – Tips & TricksSession 2: Household Management – Tips & TricksMake life at home easier and safer by exchanging tips and techniques with other members in a lively discussion led by Sam Joehl and Vicki Ratcliffe. Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co

20251118 0930 ACBVA Session 1, Advocacy in Action – Get Involved, Make an ImpactSession 1: Advocacy in Action – Get Involved, Make an ImpactReady to turn your passion into real change? We will hear from two of our Virginia State delegates, Patrick A. Hope (District 1) and Rodney T. Willett (District 58). This dynamic session will equip you with tips and insider knowledge to advocate more...

20251118 0900 ACBVA Saturday Welcome, Agenda Overview, Pledge, National Anthem, Attendee Introductions