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#accessibility
#disabilityrights
#blindawareness
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Today, we recognize the importance of Braille in empowering blind and visually impaired people worldwide. Braille is more than just a system of raised dotsโ€”itโ€™s a gateway to education, independence, and equal rights.

In times like the COVID-19 pandemic, accessible information in Braille and audio formats is vital to ensure no one is left behind. Letโ€™s raise awareness about the need for inclusive communication tools and digital accessibility for all.

Every person deserves the right to read, learn, express themselves, and participate fully in society.

#WorldBrailleDay #BrailleMatters #InclusionForAll #Accessibility #DisabilityRights #BlindAwareness #DigitalInclusion #EqualAccess #EducationForAll #HumanRights #SCABPharmacy

Braille isnโ€™t outdated, technology actually works with it. Audio tools can help, but nothing replaces the literacy, independence, and empowerment that Braille provides. Use both to navigate being visually impaired.
#AccessibilityMatters #BlindAwareness #BrailleIsEssential
While in hospital, Iโ€™ve seen how small things make a big difference. One staff member brings water (used to flush my NG tube) & always asks where to place it and which way the handle faces โ€” I never asked. Just pure thoughtfulness. โค๏ธ #BlindAwareness #PatientCare #HospitalLife
Think vision is the only way to navigate the world? People with low or no vision use sound, touch, memory, and tools like canes or guide dogs to move confidently everywhere! #BlindAwareness #AccessibilityMatters #AdaptiveSkills
'Part of who I am.' Natick MA woman leads state group advocating for the blind

Natick resident Jennifer Harnish has worked for more than 20 years in organizations serving those who are blind or have low vision.

MetroWest Daily News
This immersive course empowers students to teach and support blind and visually impaired learners, breaking barriers through inclusive education. #AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveEducation #BlindAwareness
https://www.1011now.com/2025/08/04/immersive-course-teaches-students-how-instruct-blind-visually-impaired/
Immersive course teaches students how to instruct the blind and visually impaired

The hands-on orientation and mobility courses administered by the University of Nebraskaโ€™s Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders train scholars on how to teach individuals who are blind or visually impaired.

KOLN
Celebrating a small win! Dive into our latest post to understand how small changes can create a meaningful impact. Read more about it here: https://wix.to/NPedF0J #BlindAwareness #SmallWins #AccessibleShopping
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A Small Win with Big Implications

By Linda Bartram Too often, what I have to report is about barriers and the struggles I and others in the blind community continue to have regarding meeting our accessibility needs. Today I get to report an advocacy win! In April, myself and three colleagues stayed at the Days Inn in downtown Vancouver. Like me, one of these colleagues is also blind. When checking in, it was necessary for us all to use the point of sale (POS) machine and our credit cards. The hotel had a policy that the card was

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Not all blind people read Braille. With tech like screen readers, audiobooks, and magnifiers, there are many ways to access information. #AccessibilityMatters #BlindAwareness #Braille #VisionImpairment #AssistiveTech