Those who are blind and visually impaired have taken to YouTube and created their own channels and videos which have been viewed by millions. The open access aspect of YouTube has broken down barriers and walls that have allowed those who are visually impaired to create their own content and find their own audiences.
At Braille Institute, we’re lucky to have some brilliant and tech savvy content creators who are visually impaired and who share their expertise and experiences online. Many of them focus on technology but some also focus on cooking and sharing what it is like to live with vision impairment.
There’s never been a better time to get lost in the magic of reading and Braille Institute’s Library Service offers great news for those who are blind or visually impaired with access to free books and magazines digitally with the BARD app.
New York City resident and Tennessee native recognized for exceptional work as a Teacher for the Visually Impaired
Over 30 free interactive online technology workshops and resourceful content to help people stay connected during COVID-19 social distancing.
Our technology services can help anyone who is visually impaired further their education, whether they already have a college degree, are working on one, or want to pursue one in the future.
Nimfa’s story is perfect for Technology Month, which we celebrate each January at Braille Institute, and she is just one of the thousands of people who are blind and visually impaired, who we have helped maximize their independence through technology for visually impaired education over the past more than 100 years.
Fortunately, many organizations serving the blind and visually impaired are responding to this pandemic need by adding braille through remote learning and online lessons.
A low vision rehabilitation specialist is a professional who is trained to teach adaptive living skills to give people with low vision the tools they need to confidently navigate their daily life.
E-learning for Blind Students gives blind and visually impaired students a safe way to continue their education as well.
