The National Federation of the Blind National Association of Blind Students 2026 Southwest Student Seminar
Date: September 18, 2026, 5:00 p.m.- September 20, 2026, 12:00 p.m., Central at the
Location: Saavi Services for the Blind, 3350 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716.
As blind students, we are encountering unique daily realities that often remain unrecognized or misunderstood by the people around us. The National Association of Blind Students is thrilled to invite you to The Power of Connection: Networking With Intention, with us as we explore these shared experiences with students from all over the region.
It will be an engaging weekend packed with opportunities to challenge your perceptions and network with blind peers and mentors alike. You can expect a mix of interactive activities, thought-provoking conversations, and riveting presentations—with topics covering everything from securing accommodations to finding identity as a blind person.
This journey promises to empower you to identify new ways of living the life you want. Regardless of where you are in your education journey, we hope you will join us for a weekend of growth and fun!
For more information, read the full program description.
Registration
Registration will open soon. If you would like to receive the registration form once it becomes available, please indicate your interest by emailing employment@nfb.org.
Hotel Information
Sheraton Tucson Hotel & Suites (5151 East Grant Road, Tucson, AZ 85712)
Room cost: one room with two queen beds $129/night. Room reservations can be made in any of the following ways:
- Call 1-800-325-3535 and use our group code: National Federation of the Blind Student
- Reserve your room using the NABS 2026 Reservation Link.
Room reservations should be made before August 19th, 2026
Airport Information
Nearest airport: Tucson International Airport (TUS).
If you plan on flying into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), please contact Emily Papenfus at epapenfus@saavi.us to coordinate ground transportation to Tucson.