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September 2
Optimus Ride partners with Perkins to test self-driving technology that will revolutionize transportation for people who are blind.
September 14
Free preview and discussion of Sense the Wind—a documentary featuring the remarkable story of Perkins alumnus Matt Chao and three other blind sailors.
Spring 2016
Visual impairments can’t stop these three moms from figuring out creative ways to raise happy, healthy children.
Working Together, Every Day
Looking to improve diversity in your workplace? Check out our new ebook for tips on recruiting, interviewing and hiring candidates who are blind or visually impaired.
We’re making a difference with your help
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.
— Helen Keller
28,990 people borrowing braille or audio books from the Perkins Library in the past year
78% increase in children, adults, educators, and caregivers around the world reached by Perkins International in the last six years
23,246 people living more independently thanks to assistive technology from Perkins Solutions
Experiential Learning
An intensive 10-week Saturday workshop series beginning January 2017 to prepare young adults, ages 15 to 22 who are blind or visually impaired, with the skills necessary for workplace success.
September 13
In East African nation, 43,000 students are benefiting from Perkins International’s teacher training efforts.
September 7
Students return to Perkins School for the Blind for a new year of learning, laughter and growth.
September 6
Former Perkins School for the Blind student heads to Rio to swim in the 2016 Paralympic Games.
It’s time to change the way the world sees
Help us spread the word about BlindNewWorld, our social change campaign to create a kinder, more inclusive society.