 | matching parents and family members with similar eye conditions or concerns with
each other on request
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| publishing a quarterly newsletter for members, with copies provided to interested
persons
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| disseminating a basic information packet containing information about NAPVI upon
request
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| referring callers to appropriate service agencies and information sources
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| networking with other national organizations
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| participating in coalitions and task forces addressing specific concerns of people
with visual impairments to provide parent perspective
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| establishing and maintaining contacts with key legislative personnel at state and
national levels
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| disseminating information on current educational issues affecting children who are
blind and visually impaired
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| presenting information to parents, teachers and medical professionals at conferences
and meetings locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally
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| maintaining contacts with medical and educational professionals
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| sponsoring conferences on a biannual basis to address the needs of parents
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| exhibiting materials at appropriate meetings and conferences
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| collaborating with scientists on research studies
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| developing and marketing specific publications of interest to parents
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