Braille Readers Network, Inc.

11/17/2025

Connecting Blind and Low Vision Australians with expert visual assistance through a new digital partnership

10/15/2025

01/05/2024

Did you know today is World Braille Day? On this significant day, we honor Louis Braille's transformative creation, which opened the doors of literacy and independence for the visually impaired. Our co-founder, Isaac Shapiro, inspired by his blind mother, pioneered the integration of Braille on 100% of our packaging. This tactile commitment symbolizes empowerment, fostering independence, and success for all.

We are immensely proud to be paving the way for inclusivity within the beauty industry and thrilled to witness more brands creating accessible products. We believe that these small but impactful changes create a world where everyone can feel included. We like to say that this literal first touch with our brand highlights how making small but important changes to packaging can provide more inclusion for all.

11/03/2023

Last night was the premiere of "All The Light We Cannot See," a touching Netflix original set to release this Thursday 2nd Nov. Sharing my excitement on my stories, I was overwhelmed by the messages of support and appreciation for Netflix's commitment to inclusivity. ✨

Netflix really does shine in its dedication to accessible events, working closely with various communities to ensure that no one is left behind. This screening was beautifully audio described, and what's even more awesome is that the lady behind the audio description is also blind. They also cast talented blind actors, debunking the trend of able-bodied actors in disabled roles.

It's about time we celebrate the incredible talent within the disabled community, and Netflix is leading the way in embracing inclusivity. Huge thanks to my incredible friends at the RNIB for their hard work and to both and for extending this invitation.

Photo Description: Claire stands on the vibrant red carpet against a backdrop of deep black, adorned with the words "ALL THE LIGHT WE CANNOT SEE" on the left and a Braille version on the right. She wears striking bright red wide-legged trousers paired with shiny black boots. Her attire includes a black wrap blouse adorned with feathers on the cuffs. She confidently poses, holding her white cane, "Rick the Stick."

09/02/2021

Check out these amazing braille stampers for your little reader! What a creative way to incorporate braille in different ways!

This listing is for Braille letter stampers a-z with play dough. ** Message me if you would like stampers for contractions, punctuation, the number indicator or capital indicator! Please continue reading; colors may vary. ** These Braille stampers have the raised Braille letter on top with an

03/10/2021

"Blind etiquette: Six ways to be gracious around people with visual impairments"

There’s no “secret” to interacting with people who are blind. They just want to be treated like everybody else, with courtesy and respect. So relax and act naturally. Just be considerate of the fact that you can see and they cannot. Here are six suggestions that will make your next interaction with someone who is blind easier and more comfortable:

1. If you think someone who is blind may need help navigating, ask first. It’s jarring for anyone to be unexpectedly grabbed or pulled, but especially so for someone who can’t see who’s doing the grabbing. By asking, you give the person a chance to say “yes please” or “no thank you.”
2. If your help is accepted, allow him or her to grasp your arm just above the elbow. That makes it easier for the person to feel your movements and follow on their own terms.
3. If you see someone who is blind or visually impaired about to encounter danger, be calm and clear when you warn the person. Use specific language such as “there’s a curb right in front of you,” or “the door in front of you is closed” instead of “watch out!” Also, use directional language such as “to your left” or “directly behind you” rather than “it’s over here.” Think about what information you would want to know if you couldn’t see.
4. Identify yourself when approaching someone who is blind, or when entering a room with them. Even if the person has met you before, he or she may not recognize you by your voice. In a group setting, address the person by name so they know when you’re talking to them. And inform the person when you depart, so they don’t continue the conversation to an empty room.
5. Don’t pet or distract a working guide dog. These dogs are busy directing their owners and keeping them safe. Distracting them makes them less effective and can put their owners in danger.
6. Use “people first” language. No one wants to be labeled by how they are different. It’s kinder, and more accurate, to say "a person who is blind" rather than "a blind person." We are all people first.

A little understanding and sensitivity goes a long way. By following these suggestions, you’ll find that making a human connection is easy. It doesn’t matter if one person can see and the other can’t.

http://www.perkins.org/stories/blog/blind-etiquette-six-ways-to-be-gracious-around-people-with-visual-impairments — at Lighthouse BigBend.

05/14/2019

It was the darkest day in the life of young John Charles Kimbrough. Literally. During a creative activity at the Southwest DeKalb Summer Arts Camp, John told hi

03/25/2019

The air cadets scheme giving blind and visual impaired young people the chance to take to the skies.

03/25/2019

03/16/2019

This is my son in a Car.
This is hope.
This is possibility.
When Michael was born, I imagined all kinds of snapshots, vivid pictures of his life..
Baseball, prom, his wedding.
And of course, driving.
When I was told that my baby was blind, those images went dark.
As did a lot of my dreams for him.
One of the biggest lessons I have learned since that day is that just about all of my son’s dreams are still possible... the path to get there is just different.
Except driving.
It’s a dream that I just could not figure a creative path to.
Thank God someone else is figuring it out.
It’s looking more and more like Michael will actually will be able to take the wheel and independently get around, just like his sighted friends do.
It’s a big deal.
I am so grateful for the possibilities this car, this techinology, present for my son.
Look at his smile.
I love seeing him happy.
The path to success is not always the path we planned. Embrace it. Take your hands off the wheel and enjoy the ride.
Michael sure does.

03/01/2019

Mitchell Green encountered plenty of hurdles in the classroom. As the only blind student in school, a lot of adaptations had to be made. He needed texted books printed in braille. His worksheets and tests had to be transcribed. Some teachers were more receptive to making changes than others. Bobby T...