GREELEY — On Saturday, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera joined members of the Greeley Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind and community partners for their annual symposium, highlighting the importance of accessibility, independence, and inclusion for Coloradans who are blind or visually impaired.
Lt. Governor Primavera shared that the issue is personal for her, noting that she has family members who have experienced blindness and understands the importance of vital resources and support networks.
“I’ve experienced firsthand through my own family how life-changing it is when people with vision loss have access to the right tools and support,” said Lt. Governor Primavera. “Organizations like the National Federation of the Blind empower people to live independently, pursue their goals, and stay connected to their communities — and that’s something we all benefit from as a State.”
The event featured hands-on demonstrations of assistive technology, community resources booths, and workshops on advocacy, education, and employment. Attendees connected with State and local organizations committed to expanding opportunity and removing barriers for people with vision loss.
“Our goal is to show that life doesn’t end when someone loses their sight,” said JP Trevino, President of the Greeley Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind. “With the right resources and support, people can keep pursuing their dreams and continue living life fully. Our motto — ‘live the life you want’ — guides everything we do, and this symposium is all about making that a reality for everyone in our community. Our goal is to bring Hope and Education to our blind community.”
The Greeley Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind continues to play an essential role in northern Colorado, providing education, advocacy, and community connection for people who are blind or have low vision.
Lt. Governor Primavera’s participation underscores the State’s ongoing commitment to expanding accessibility and opportunity for all Coloradans. From leading the nation on voting accessibility and accessibility of government digital information, to our rapidly growing Medicaid buy-in for working adults with disabilities, collaboration between the state and advocacy organizations, including NFB, has resulted in many national recognitions, including the 2024 State of Play #1 ranking for Colorado as a place to live for people with disabilities.
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