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Meet Khadija Bari: A Career Placement Expert

Posted on September 11, 2025 - 11:41 am by Amy Lynn Smith

Editor’s Note: Since this blog was first published (2022), Khadija and her partners sold MEAT + BREAD in 2024. When Khadija Bari first moved to the United States at the age of 22, the availability of services for people who are blind or low vision – or even, to a large degree, accommodations being provided […]

From Blind Beginner to Confident Competitor—Skating Through Life

Posted on August 11, 2025 - 10:56 am by Lori Miller

close-up of roller skates on an older child

After my mom overcame her initial panic upon learning that I would be completely blind, she embarked on a quest to provide me with the best opportunities in life. She had read in a publication that roller skating was great for developing balance. She visited the local skating rink to learn how to get me […]

Participating in “Careers and Canine Connections”

Posted on April 15, 2025 - 12:48 pm by Amy Arias-Esquivias

Amy stands on a bridge overlooking a small river. In the background are trees with their leaves starting to change color.

Editor’s note: Hear from a Careers and Canine Connection 2023 attendee in this updated blog, and consider applying to Careers and Canine Connections 2025! I attended Careers and Canine Connections 2023 to learn about career exploration while also learning about dog guides and all that goes into having a dog guide by our side! Getting […]

Prepping for College when Blind or Low Vision: A High Schooler’s Tips

Posted on March 19, 2025 - 10:46 am by Gabby Abeyta

Gabby holding her white cane on a college campus

As a blind or low vision high school student, you might think that preparing for college is something you can wait until later to do. But trust me, starting early makes all the difference. I was once there, too—thinking that my future was far ahead of me. But the truth is, the sooner you start […]

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