… to vision loss, while maintaining a positive attitude. In our interview, Brandt reported that the book started out … he recounts the many ways other people, upon learning of your vision loss, may suggest a new pair of glasses, or ask … of ridiculous, intrusive or impolite questions. None of your answers will help them in their lives, they just don't …
AccessWorld February 2022
… and submitting comments to the Department. We are thrilled our recommendations were noted throughout the final rule’s … not only for blind people but for all people, as he encouraged and inspired everyone to pursue their dreams and … first published in April 2023 , documents personal stories as well as statistics to provide a better …
… into federal positions. There are numerous success stories and a few not-so-positive examples of how these … realized that people with disabilities are an untapped resource. Technology and the Employment Process: Benefits and … job search is that there are many easily accessible sources for job listings. Online newspaper classified ads, …
AccessWorld October 2012
… in the UK, the global blindness population is on course to triple by the year 2050. In percentage terms the … the world from 36 million to 115 million within the next four decades—primarily due to growing senior populations … globally. Early detection and intervention are among our most effective tools to prevent blindness, particularly …
AccessWorld September 2017
… "Optimism" Part I Optimism Within Could we choose our environment, and were desire in human undertakings … itself in the face of all opposition. I am never discouraged by absence of good. I never can be argued into … weigh into his hand. Darwin could work only half an hour at a time; yet in many diligent half-hours he laid anew …
… and access technology for people with disabilities. In our first episode, we’re excited to cross-over with AFB’s … low vision . You can check out this article and the other stories as well as the complete AccessWorld back issues free … each month, so be sure to subscribe. It goes along with our quarterly publication. And this first episode is a …
… the World Look Like to You? Net Notes AFB Is Making History Our future builds on our foundation of inclusion. AFB remains dedicated to our work of building a world of no limits, so we’re …
… to help you. The agent both hears and sees either through your smart glasses or your smart phone (which are pointed wherever you want). He or she can describe your surroundings, describe an intersection, guide you …
AccessWorld September 2017
… and future. AFB is pulling out all the stops to honor our centennial in 2021, with a series of virtual … where we’re headed in the future. “This significant time in our world’s history is an opportunity for everyone to … accomplishments, primary objectives, and most compelling stories. You can read a fully accessible version at …
… he waits at in intersection. He had a tough time about four years ago when everybody else was starting to drive at … he's kind of pushing her away from everybody. Kendra is our low vision driver. She's 23 and when she was in eighth … many young people, I had to make the choice to stay home in our rural area or move away to go to college. When I got to …