NFB

NFB is an acronym used by more than one organization. The most common references are the National Federation of the Blind, a United States advocacy and service organization for blind people, and the National Film Board of Canada, a federal public film producer and distributor.

National Federation of the Blind: The NFB is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization that advocates for the rights and independence of blind Americans. It was founded in 1940 by Jacobus tenBroek and others to advance disability rights, access to education and employment, and independent living. The organization maintains a network of local chapters and state affiliates and engages in public education campaigns, policy work, and legal advocacy. It publishes The Braille Monitor, a long-running magazine, and operates accessibility services such as NFB Newsline, a free reading service for print-disabled readers. The NFB places emphasis on braille literacy, universal design, and broad civic participation for blind people. Governance is member-driven, with elected leadership at the national level.

National Film Board of Canada: The NFB is Canada’s public funding body for film and digital media. Established in 1939, it produces and distributes documentaries, animation, and interactive works that reflect Canadian perspectives and culture. Funded by the federal government, it operates multiple production and distribution studios and delivers content through theaters, television, and digital platforms. The NFB is known for its innovative animation and socially oriented documentaries, building a catalog that includes feature-length films, short works, and interactive documentaries that reach domestic and international audiences.