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Here you will find articles and resources to help your family and children who have blindness and low vision. It is key as a family to keep your traditions and culture at the forefront of raising your child.

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An Autobiography: Helping Your Child Write and Share Their Story

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Every individual has a unique story shaped by their heritage, culture, family, friends, environments, interests, habits, choices, and experiences. The same holds true for your child who is blind or has low vision. Helping your child craft and share their story can foster self-awareness, confidence, and a deeper […]

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A Black History Month Celebration of Educators and Leaders in the Blindness Field

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Black History Month is a time to recognize exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to society. While everyone knows about iconic figures like Stevie Wonder and the late Ray Charles, who were not only gifted musicians but also blind, there are many other Black Americans who have […]

Celebrating the Diversity of Hispanic Heritage with Albinism

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Kayla Ludlow loves being a Latina. She’s proud of her Hispanic heritage, her father is from Ecuador. Even though her parents split up when Kayla was young, her American-born mother taught Kayla about her heritage, encouraging her to learn Spanish and take Latin dance classes. But people don’t […]

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Teaching Advanced Travel Skills in a Rural Environment

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Most people want to independently plan and execute routes efficiently within a limited time frame. Imagine living on an island outside the metro region and relying on friends and family. This is because Uber, bus, and train services are only effective in metropolitan areas. People who are blind […]