AEBCOct 29
World Blindness Awareness Month is coming to a close. However, awareness for blindness and low vision shouldn't just last a month. It's about pushing for changes that make a difference all year round. Discover why the 2025 federal budget is pivotal for our community. Read more: https://wix.to/zwjBD6D
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Beyond One Month: Why Blindness Awareness Must Extend All Year (and Why the 2025 Federal Budget Is a Key Moment)

AUDIO VERSIONEach October, we mark World Blindness Awareness Month—a time to highlight the experiences of blind, low-vision and Deafblind Canadians. It’s an opportunity to shine a light on barriers, celebrate successes, and push for change. But if awareness only happens during this 30-day window, much of the progress we aim for falls short.Real change requires consistent attention and that includes strong commitments from the federal government. With the upcoming 2025 federal budget, this moment

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AEBCOct 22
When meeting someone who's blind or partially sighted, your intentions matter! Here are simple ways to make sure your good intentions come across without being awkward. Remember, respect and good manners go a long way. Read the article here: https://wix.to/oG3qVmF #Respect #Inclusion #Accessibility #BlindnessAwarenessMonth
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How to Interact Respectfully with a Blind Person (Without Being Awkward)

Most people mean well — they just don’t always know how to help. When meeting someone who’s blind or is partially sighted, the fear of saying or doing the wrong thing can make interactions tense or awkward. The truth? It doesn’t have to be complicated.Respect and good manners go a long way. Here are a few simple ways to make sure your good intentions come across the right way. 1. Speak Normally — Not Louder or SlowerBlindness doesn’t affect hearing. You don’t need to raise your voice or exaggera

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AEBCOct 9, 2025
Blindness portrayals in movies and TV: what’s getting better, what still misses the mark. Read it here: https://wix.to/5EaJk6M
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Freedom Scientific / VisperoOct 7, 2025

October is Blindness Awareness Month! Learn more about accessibility and the importance of education in our latest blog article, Blindness Awareness Month: Focus on Education and Accessibility: https://blog.freedomscientific.com/blindness-awareness-month-focus-on-education-and-accessibility/

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Blindness Awareness Month: Focus on Education and Accessibility

Each October, Blindness Awareness Month and World Sight Day (observed on the second Thursday of the month) invite us to reflect on the global impact of vision loss, learn about prevention, and reco…

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AiraOct 3, 2025

What a kickoff to Blindness Awareness Month! 🎉

Earlier this week, at The Times Center in NYC, the National Organization on Disability brought together innovators, influencers, performers, and business leaders to spotlight how accessible technology is shaping inclusion and innovation—and we were honored to be there.

From start to finish, "Technology and the Disability Experience" had the room buzzing with ideas, energy, and community. We made amazing connections with partners old and new, and we enjoyed the powerful performances by Lachi and Indi Robinson!

Huge thanks to NOD for an unforgettable evening and the best lead in to Blindness Awareness Month ever. Let’s keep the momentum going. 🎉

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AEBCOct 2, 2025
Making your business more accessible doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Here are 10 ways to ensure a more welcoming experience for blind and low-vision customers. https://wix.to/ek4T7iI
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10 Ways Businesses Can Be More Welcoming to Blind and Low-Vision Customers

AUDIO VERSIONYou don’t need a major renovation or expensive technology to make your business more accessible. Most improvements are simple adjustments to how you communicate, organize your space, or train your staff. When people with vision loss feel welcome, they become loyal customers — and they tell others.Here are 10 straightforward ways to make your space more blind-friendly.1. Greet People Verbally — Don’t Just Nod or GestureIf someone walks in and you’re not sure whether they can see you,

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AEBCOct 1, 2025
October is Blindness Awareness Month! How do different cultures view blindness? Our latest blog post uncovers the varying attitudes around the world. https://wix.to/zQ5SE19.
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misfit mediaOct 14, 2023

so, what did we learn from the last episode?

1. blindness is a spectrum.

2. there are as many blind experiences as there are blind people.

3. blindness is a spectrum.

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