April is “Library Month” and Braille Institute’s Library is hosting a special “Welcome to Your Library” free livestream event featuring guest speakers, musical performances and more on April 7, 2-3pm PT, during National Library Week.
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.
Braille Institute of America announces the appointment of Patricia Bramhall to its board of directors. Ms. Bramhall brings over 42 years of experience in the area of information technology management and consulting.
Braille Institute is proud to announce the 50 finalists for the 2020 Braille Challenge Finals competition. Braille Challenge is celebrating its 20th anniversary and will be holding Finals testing and an award ceremony remotely this year to accommodate social distancing.
Braille Institute has launched a custom typeface called “Atkinson Hyperlegible.” The fonts are available for free for anyone to use, and can be downloaded at www.brailleinstitute.org/freefont.
February is "Low Vision Awareness" Month and Braille Institute is Offering Free Workshops and Personalized Consultation for Anyone Experiencing Vision Loss
Braille Institute has designated January as the organization's "Technology Month." They will offer educational and interactive technology workshops at their centers across Southern California, publish tech-focused content online throughout the month, and give away free Amazon Echo Dots.
Braille Institute of America (BIA) is pleased to announce the opening of its third neighborhood center located in Palm Desert at the El Paseo Plaza. The new Coachella Valley center, scheduled to open on Tuesday, January 21, will be located at 74-245 Highway 111 Suite E101, Palm Desert -- at the prime intersection of El Paseo Drive and Highway 111.
Showcasing the latest innovations in Assistive Technology for the visually impaired, registration is open for this free technology conference presented by the San Fernando Valley Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind, Saturday, November 16.
