State Convention
National Federation of the Blind of Michigan 2025 State Convention
October 30 - November 2, 2025
Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac
3600 Centerpoint Pkwy
Pontiac, MI 48341
Book your room at the convention rate of $139 before October 16.
The National Federation of the Blind of Michigan actively creates opportunities for blind people to turn their dreams into reality. Our annual state convention, the largest consumer-focused gathering of blind people in the state of Michigan, boasts potential advocacy, education, and networking resources across ages, professions, and cities. Whether it’s our college scholarship program or our informative presentations on resources for blind people; each year our state convention provides programming for everyone, including:
- Parents of Blind Children
- Blind Parents
- Blind Children and Students
- Blind Adults
- Blind Seniors
- Blindness Rehabilitation Professionals
Register for Convention
Registration is now open. Click here to register.
Financial Assistance
If you need financial assistance to register for the convention, including meals or activities, please fill out the financial assistance form as soon as possible to request assistance.
Exhibitor Form
If you want to be an exhibitor or sponsor at this year's state convention, complete this form as soon as possible.
Volunteer Form
If you are interested in volunteering for the state convention, fill out the form below:
State convention Volunteer Form
2025 College Scholarship Program
Read more about the 2025 State Scholarship Program
Friday night Motown Review & Soul Train – NFBMI Style
Michigan Got Talent
The Motown era comes alive for one unforgettable night! Sing your favorite Motown classic, dance in the Soul Train line, and feel the energy all night long. Gift cards will be awarded to a few lucky stars—so bring your A-game!
Accessibility is part of the groove: audio description will be provided for the Soul Train line.
Showcase your talent.
Celebrate Motown.
Let’s groove, NFBMI style!
Registration is $15. Check the appropriate box on the convention registration form to register.
Talent Show Submissions
If you would like to perform at the talent show, fill out this form and submit it. Submission instructions are included with the form.
Listen to the Convention from Anywhere
Your friends that aren't able to join us in person can join us on the Internet by visiting our NFB of Michigan Zoom Room. We plan on streaming all general sessions as well as the banquet. This is the same link we use for most of our virtual meetings.
Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/9612695221?pwd=dHlxZDNwcVVZbUVTYUM5cEU4cDlndz09
Meeting ID: 961 269 5221
Passcode: 902855
One tap mobile +16468769923,,9612695221#,,,,,,0#,,902855# US (New York)
Code of Conduct
As an attendee at our convention, you not only represent yourself but also represent our greater organization. We want you to enjoy our time together and to make new friends and renew old acquaintances. Although we encourage members to socialize and have fun, the convention also provides a valuable opportunity to come together to continue the work of our organization, to learn about the important initiatives that we are involved with on local and national levels, and to plan our work for the future.
The National Federation of the Blind seeks to provide a convention environment in which diverse participants, including members, speakers, exhibitors, staff, and volunteers, may learn, network, and enjoy the company of friends and colleagues in an environment of mutual respect and professionalism. We recognize a shared responsibility to create and uphold that atmosphere for the benefit of all. Some behaviors are therefore specifically prohibited:
- harassment or intimidation based on race, religion, ethnicity, language, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, physical appearance, or other group identity
- harassment or intimidation, including unwelcome sexual attention, stalking (physical or virtual), or unsolicited physical contact
- public drunkenness and associated behaviors (e.g., belligerence, yelling, hostility, destruction of property)
Participants are expected to abide by these rules and behaviors in all convention venues, including online arenas, social media, and social events. Participants who are asked to stop a behavior that the recipient considers hostile or harassing are expected to comply immediately. We are committed to diversity, equity, and the free expression of ideas. Please visit https://nfb.org/code-conduct for more information.
Additional Information
Additional information will be posted as soon as it becomes available. Check back often.
For more information, please contact the following:
Sheila Fulmore, State Convention Coordinator
Email: convention@nfbmi.org