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Tag: mentoring

Building Careers Without Sight: Lessons from Vocational Rehabilitation

Posted on March 23, 2026 - 2:25 pm by Damiana Harper
two men consulting with each other on computer

I love my life… most days. Many people who are blind or low vision eventually face an important question: Who can help me build a career? For many of us, vocational rehabilitation becomes part of that journey. I was born with Leber Congenital Amaurosis and have lived with low vision since birth. I have been […]

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Employment Connections: Mentorship and Self-Determination 

Posted on July 28, 2025 - 12:14 pm by Ann Chiappetta
Student and adult work in a shop class with eye protection

Pursuing a career starts with curiosity, confidence, and connection—especially for young people who are blind or low vision.   Many transition-age youth are unsure about the type of employment they want to pursue. They feel the pressure to come up with a plan. They don’t always have an answer to the questions “Are you going to […]

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