NAGDU at the NFB National Convention

We are excited about this year’s upcoming National Convention in New Orleans. Please be sure to visit this page often for the most up-to-date convention information. As always, if you have any questions, email board@nagdu.org, and we will be happy to answer your questions.

NAGDU Town Hall

NAGDU will be hosting a town hall for guide dog users who will be attending this year’s National Convention. Whether you are a seasoned convention attendee, or this is your first convention, this will be a fantastic opportunity to learn about tips and tricks to make your convention experience smooth for you and your guide dog.

When: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Time: 9PM ET
Location: Zoom

Zoom Information for the Town Hall

• Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85616589967
• Meeting ID: 856 1658 9967
• One tap mobile: +13462487799,,85616589967#
• Landline dial: +1 346 248 7799, then enter the meeting ID

NAGDU Meetings at Convention

NAGDU will be hosting two meetings at this year’s National Convention in New Orleans.

NAGDU Annual Seminar

When: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Time: 1PM-5PM CT – The first hour is for registration and networking, and the seminar will begin at 2PM.
Location: Marriott New Orleans, Galerie 5
The seminar will also be streamed on Zoom.

NAGDU Annual Business Meeting

When: Thursday, July 10, 2025
Time: 6PM-10PM CT – The first hour is for registration and networking, and the meeting will begin at 7PM.
Location: Marriott New Orleans, Studio 9
The annual meeting will also be streamed on Zoom.

Zoom Information for the Seminar and Business Meeting

• Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86766219943?pwd=X4WOOe3QyLNaKydSLL5KfTF5zbAEsa.1
• Meeting ID: 867 6621 9943
• Passcode: 85
• One tap mobile: +13462487799,,86766219943#
• Landline dial: +1 346 248 7799, then enter the meeting ID

Register for the NAGDU Annual Meetings

Like in the past, we kindly ask for you to register ahead of the meetings. Registration is free, and those who register ahead of time will be eligible for door prizes.

• Go here to register for the NAGDU meetings

DOG Relief Area

Once again, NAGDU will be overseeing the maintenance of the dog relief area during this year’s convention. We have hired No Doody Pet Waste Removal to maintain the relief areas at the Marriott and the Sheridan hotels. The service will begin on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, and will conclude on the morning of Monday, July 14, 2025. The dog relief areas at each hotel will be cleaned twice each day. Please, all guide dog users, “Do Your Part,” and pick up after your dogs. We realize that sometimes we are caught empty-handed when something unexpected needs to be picked up. To help with this, there will be pick-up bags available for anyone who needs them.

Donations for Dog Relief area

NAGDU is collecting donations to assist with this year’s dog relief area. We would like to thank the California Association of Guide Dog Users for their generous donation. If you would like to make a donation, please send your donation to treasurer@nagdu.org, using Zelle, Cash App, or PayPal.

NAGDU Goodie Bags

There have been several requests for the ever-popular NAGDU goodie bags. You asked, and we listened. Once again, we will have available for purchase NAGDU goodie bags. Each bag will contain a roll of lavender scented pick up bags, travel hand sanitizer, a tasty dental treat for your guide dog, and a NAGDU fanny pack, (while supplies last). Each bag costs $10.