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Holiday Gifts for People with Visual Impairments

Whether you are buying for a culinary expert or an entertainment lover, a 5-year-old or a grandparent, you'll find inspiring suggestions in this year's holiday gift guide.

The 2019 AccessWorld Holiday Gift Guide »

Learn About Our Priorities

Education

We speak up for children who are blind or visually impaired, to make sure every student has an equal opportunity to succeed.

Employment

Through research, education, and advocacy, we're changing the way employers see job seekers who are blind or low vision.

Aging

For the growing number of older adults who are losing their sight, we seek to transform aging services and support.

News and Events

AFB President and CEO Pens Op-ed for Seattle Times

Dr. Kirk Adams chronicles his own employment journey and the frustrations he experienced of prospective employers not understanding the full potential of a job candidate with a disability.

Read “Visual impairment should not be a barrier to employment” in The Seattle Times

Press Releases

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AFB Is on BuzzFeed!

In light of October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we wanted to spread awareness of some truly great leaders who are blind or visually impaired, that audiences might not be so familiar with.

Read AFB’s 12 Blind Leaders You Should Know (Who Aren’t Helen Keller) on Buzzfeed

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Helen Keller

Activist, writer, hero…

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Whether it's technology news, research reports, or advocacy in action, let AFB keep you up-to-date on blindness and low vision.

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Expanding Possibilities

Learn more about AFB's new strategic direction.

Watch the "Expanding Possibilities" video