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On the Road with Barry – Wisconsin
Day Zero I started this trip a little early this time. I went out to West Texas to visit my mom who had a little surgery. I love my extended family and cherish the time I get to spend with them. My cousin Shana works at a meat market, and they make the best jerky. She...
Making the Visual World Tactile with the Wing It App for Monarch
Someone with typical vision can easily view pictures on their phone or computer. Students who are blind or low vision require those images to be made tactile, which takes a lot of paper, supplies, time, and money to produce. To solve this problem, APH created the Wing...
Give for Good Provides Glimpse into The Dot Experience
Since 1858, APH has called Louisville, KY home, growing alongside the community we proudly serve. Though much of our work at APH is funded through The Federal Act to Promote the Education of the Blind (The Act), as a nonprofit, we also rely on the support of donors to...
Hikosaka selected as citation laureate
Each year, the Institute for Scientific Information selects a list of Nobel-class scientists based on journal citation volume. Read post Each year, the Institute for Scientific Information selects a list of Nobel-class scientists based on journal citation volume....
Activity in brain system that controls eye movements highlights importance of spatial thinking
New research from UChicago shows that the superior colliculus, a brain region that controls eye movements, also plays an important role in higher cognitive functions like categorization and decision making. Read post New research from UChicago shows that the...
Honoring Our Influencers: From Goalball to Life Goals
As The Dot Experience continues to develop, the Influencer Campaign has provided individuals with the opportunity to share authentic stories about how their lives were changed by the people around them. The fundraising initiative encourages individuals and groups to...
Wellness Wednesday: If We’re Feeling It, You May Be Feeling It Too, Being Overwhelmed – You’re Not Alone
In Episode 42 of Wellness Wednesday, hosts Beth Gustin, LPC, and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, take a look at being...
Addressing CVI in Chile: unlocking resources for special education teachers
Learn about the critical need for resources on CVI for special education teachers and how Perkins provides these...
There’s nothing special about me: curing my fear of flying
I’ve been blind since birth, but am the kind of person to try anything and be scared of very little. The one exception...
NEI-led studies point to potential development of a cataract drug
Researchers at the National Eye Institute and their collaborators have identified a protein, known as RNF114, that...
Recommended Reads: Fresh from the Perkins Library Recording Studio
Wondering what the Perkins Library Recording Studio has been up to lately? Check out these newly recorded releases,...
What are the signs of CVI in adults?
Do you experience visual distortions, aphasia, poor depth perception, visual snow, or chronic fatigue and migraines?...
Science News
Explore Lighthouse Guild Technology & Services Registration Confirmation
Thank you for registering for Explore Lighthouse Guild: Technology and Services. If you have any questions, please contact TechCenter@lighthouseguild.org Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98134074838 Meeting ID:… The post Explore Lighthouse Guild Technology &...
#ShareYourVision | Tim O’Brien
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQZLzjAON1c #ShareYourVision with Tim O’Brien, the Foundation’s Triad-Triangle chapter president with Stargardt disease. To help spread awareness during October’s Blindness Awareness Month, the Foundation Fighting Blindness invites you...
#ShareYourVision | What do you want others to know about your unique vision?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ApgIV57ydg To help spread awareness during October’s Blindness Awareness Month, the Foundation Fighting Blindness invites you to share your unique experiences with blinding diseases through our social media campaign, #ShareYourVision....
New Program Offers Students with Disabilities a Path to Paraprofessional Careers
The post New Program Offers Students with Disabilities a Path to Paraprofessional Careers appeared first on The...
ANN Launches Nystagmus November
The American Nystagmus Network is excited to launch Nystagmus November this year. Find details and a link to register...
First Coast Family Coalition – Jacksonville
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnzCkmpuQ-E The First Coast Family Coalition on September 16th, 2024, provided a...
#ShareYourVision: Celebrating Blindness Awareness Month 2024 | James Ashworth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdDijx29uGk To help spread awareness during October’s Blindness Awareness Month, the...
Technology News
The Importance of Family
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Scholarship Recipients Encouraged to Use Their Natural Creativity
The post Scholarship Recipients Encouraged to Use Their Natural Creativity appeared first on The Chicago Lighthouse.
A Great Time for Summer in the City
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Fall Digital Accessibility Analyst Course
Applications for the fall 2024 Digital Accessibility Analyst course will be opening soon! Stay tuned for important...
Programming News Summer 2024
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Internships are Making a Difference for These Four College Students, Joshua, Qi, Jackson, and Josh, During Their Transition from High School to College and the Workplace
In this focus on student Internships, State Services for the Blind's Transition Work Opportunities Navigator, Randi...
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Lifestyle News
A Day at the Museum 🦣
It was a big day for the Bishop Museum’s most adorable visitors! From dino bones to space displays, these eager furry explorers mastered the art of “look but don’t eat.” 🦖 🦴 🪐 🚀
Meet Maple
Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired. Sneak Peek Alert: Meet Maple This little pup is sweeter than pumpkin pie! With all the fixings prepped for a delicious Friendsgiving meal, Maple wants you to take a seat at her table. When you join PupPal for...
Meet Maple
Click here for descriptive audio for the visually impaired. Sneak Peek Alert: Meet Maple This little pup is sweeter than pumpkin pie! With all the fixings prepped for a delicious Friendsgiving meal, Maple wants you to take a seat at her table. When you join PupPal for...
Happy Halloween! 🎃 🦄
Early socialization is key for our puppies, and Halloween brings some whimsical encounters—like a pink unicorn...
How Sophia went from unengaged to an active learner
Travel with us to Macapa, Brazil, a small city that sits along the Amazon River, where it meets the ocean. It can take...
Furry Frights 🎃 🍬 👻
Trick or Treat! 🎃 Our pups are dressed to impress and bringing all the Halloween charm. Get ready for some spooky...
Illuminations 2025
Dining in the Dark Experience Join us for an Immersive Experience Get ready to embark on a unique, interactive journey...
Guide Dog News
Happy National Fire Pup Day! 🐾 ❤️ 🚒
Oh hey, Drew! 🐾 Today, we’re giving a big shoutout to our Dogs Inc facility therapy dog at North River Fire District. As we celebrate National Fire Pup Day, we honor dogs like Drew who comfort firefighters in tough times and help teach fire safety in our communities....
Service dogs are more than companions—they are lifelines 💙
Bringing hope and independence to those who need them, they form unbreakable bonds of trust
On the Road with Barry – Wisconsin
Day Zero I started this trip a little early this time. I went out to West Texas to visit my mom who had a little surgery. I love my extended family and cherish the time I get to spend with them. My cousin Shana works at a meat market, and they make the best jerky. She...
“Junie’s Joy” | Dogs of Destiny
The odds were against him. At two, the foster care system labeled Junie non-verbal, autistic, neglected, and blind. He...
All About Ace
The animation, the music, the suspense—All About Ace reveals it all. The story of the legendary, heroic guide dog Ace...
On the Road with Barry – Iowa
Day one I started this trip a week early. I’m traveling back-to-back weeks this time because I’m scheduling around my...
Hurricane Ready? Make Sure You’re Prepared!
As the Atlantic hurricane season starts up again, it’s important to make sure that you and your pets are prepared....
Sports News
Paris 2024 Blind Football – Day 2 Review: Brazil maintains undefeated Paralympic blind football record, Morocco and China earn first three points
Brazil leads Group A with six points, while Colombia and Morocco share first place in Group B with four points. The Eiffel Tower Stadium continues to impress the tens of thousands of spectators attending the blind football competition. The venue has one of the most...
Goalball – Day 5 review
Day 5 review: By Sam Harris / For IBSA Tokyo champions Brazil reached a fourth consecutive semi-final at the Paralympics after a 10-0 mercy victory over Egypt with five different goalscorers. Last failing to make the final four at the Beijing 2008 Games, coach...
Goalball – Day 4 review
Day 4 review: By Sam Harris / For IBSA Men’s It was a second straight win to end the group stage for the USA as they beat Iran 14-7 thanks to Calahan Young’s six-goal haul and hat-tricks from Christian King and Matt Simpson. The attacking talents of their main...
IBSA Media Team: Final Preparations for Paris 2024 Paralympics
As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games approach, the IBSA media team is putting the final touches on its comprehensive...
New Jersey Honeybees and Seattle King Cobras Triumph at 2024 USABA Goalball National Championships
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (August 7, 2024) – More than 70 athletes representing 12 teams from across the United States...
IBSA Sports Prepares for Paris 2024 Paralympics
As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games approach, IBSA administration held a key online meeting today, bringing together...
West Asia Women’s Goalball Development Workshop Held in Jordan
IBSA recently concluded a successful two-day West Asia Women’s Development Workshop in Amman, Jordan, supported by the...
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Braille Institute Of America Announces Allison M. Burdett As First Chief Program Officer
LOS ANGELES, CA – August 28, 2024 Braille Institute is proud to announce the appointment of Allison M. Burdett as its first Chief Program Officer (CPO), effective August 29, 2024. This appointment follows a comprehensive national search and marks a significant step...
The Monarch Supports a New Era of Visual Learning
80% of learning is visual, and teachers often tailor their lessons accordingly. This often presents barriers for students who are blind or have low vision as they require materials to be in a tactile format. “People have been conditioned to believe that since 80% of...
Connect the Dots and Dot Experience Cast Provide Perspective on Access and Inclusion
Access and inclusion are core values at the heart of The Dot Experience and our education series, Connect the Dots, powered by PNC. We are working diligently to educate our audiences on how people who are blind or low vision adapt to the world around them and what can
How APH’s Partnership with the DAISY Consortium Assisted with the Development of eBraille
When APH began looking for partners to help create eBraille, we searched for an organization that was also passionate...
The Dot Experience Cast: Mike May
Mike May is an exceptional access warrior with extensive experience and knowledge regarding accessible navigation...
Exploring the World of Adapted Physical Education: Enhancing Inclusivity for Blind and Visually Impaired Students: Partnering with the Blind and Visually Impaired Community
Finding a way to adapt to a sport and building a community with other athletes can be a challenge. Many students who...
Developing Reading and Spelling Skills on the Monarch
Literacy is one of the cornerstones of education. APH’s Monarch is overcoming obstacles to enhance reading and...
Education News
Jasper’s Story
Meet Jasper! A NEC family story. The post Jasper’s Story appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
4 topics expertly addressed by adults with CVI at the 2024 Perkins CVI Conference
From access, to empowerment and recognition, explore the powerful insights and experiences shared by CVIers at our 2024 CVI Conference. The post 4 topics expertly addressed by adults with CVI at the 2024 Perkins CVI Conference appeared first on Perkins School for the...
Low vision assistive technology for discussion board posts
A list of strategies for accessing discussion board posts for online classes with low vision assistive technology. The post Low vision assistive technology for discussion board posts appeared first on Perkins School for the Blind.
Empowering the Blind Children’s Center Team Through Staff Development and Support Programs
At the heart of the Blind Children’s Center (BCC) lies a profound commitment, not only to the children it serves, but...
Mainstream school as a legally blind student: 5 things I wish my teachers knew
Tom, a legally blind student, attended mainstream schools from K to 12 - here, he shares five things he wishes his...
How to create accessible pie charts for low vision
How to create accessible pie charts and donut charts for audiences with vision loss, including visual and non visual...
8 essential takeaways from the Perkins CVI Conference: Building Meaningful Recognition
Discover highlights from the 2024 CVI Conference: enthusiastic attendees, insightful sessions, and impactful takeaways...