National Federation of the Blind of Maryland

The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland is the Maryland state affiliate of the National Federation of the Blind. We are changing what it means to be blind in Maryland! Find a local chapter or division. The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.

Would you like to brush up on  your advocacy skills for yourself and others? Save the dates: April 30, May 21, August 20, and September 17. We will explore a different advocacy issue each of these days.  The trainings will take place on these Saturday afternoons, from 1:30 to 5:00, over zoom. 

• April 30: general advocacy considerations

we will discuss the general advocacy considerations.  We will look  at such questions as how to help and when to help.

• May 21: how to further employment by using DORS

we will discuss how to further employment by using DORS and how to keep that dream job if discrimination occurs.

NFBMD Policy on In Person Gatherings

This policy is applicable to all chapters, divisions, and the affiliate, as well as any activities, meetings, fundraisers, or in-person gatherings of an official nature.

We are accepting dues for 2021 and/or 2022. Individuals interested in paying chapter and division dues may do so in one of two ways: 1. Pay dues online; or 2. send a physical check to the chapter or division treasurer.

Get ready for a weekend of fun and fellowship.  Come and be part of celebrating our accomplishments and planning for the future!

• Date: November 11 to 13, 2022
• Place: Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel, 903 Dulaney Valley Road, Towson, MD 21204
• Meet our keynote speaker and National Representative.
• Explore opportunities through special workshops for parents and teachers of blind children, blind merchants and entrepreneurs, and students. Check out our technology workshops and more.
• Examine new products at the exhibit hall on Friday.
• Help us raise expectations for ourselves and for officials who manage services for the blind.