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In India, 1 million children need education
A young boy sits and plays a drum in his lap.
March 24, 2020
Giving every child every chance to thrive.
Meet Dick Carlson
A man and a woman stand next to each other.
March 24, 2020
Dick Carlson serves as co-chair of the Perkins International Educational Leadership Program’s centennial campaign.
Empowering changemakers around the world
Kaique Manuel works with a student in a wheelchair.
March 23, 2020
For 100 years, Perkins has trained special educators to reach 6 million children with multiple disabilities, no matter where they live.
Supporting your Child with Disabilities at Home
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March 20, 2020
A Message for NEC Families
Check out our latest issue of the Dots & Decibels Newletter
Cover page of the Winter 2020 Dots and Decibels Newsletter. Cover story is "The 2020 Census: Everyone Deserves to Be Counted"
March 19, 2020
Perkins Library news and other information of interest. Available in large print, digital cartridge, braille, via email, and/or online.
A tactile lesson felt from Perkins to Vietnam
A teacher and student sit at a table, communicating with tactile sign language.
March 6, 2020
Through the Perkins International Educational Leadership Program, one educator from the southeast Asian nation is becoming part of #ThePerkinsEffect
Including every child
Two woman communicate with two boys using tactile sign language.
March 6, 2020
Showing teachers, families and communities how children who are blind or visually impaired can learn and engage in life
Summer Camp Information for Families of Children with Disabilities
a boy riding on a stand up paddle board
March 5, 2020
Looking for a camp this summer? Check this list!
A Perspective on Auditory Skill Development for Children who are Deafblind
Jaimi Lard demonstrates using tactile sign language with the aid of her interpreter.
February 12, 2020
Critical information in addressing the needs of children with hearing loss.
Career Launch puts young adults on path to self discovery and professional success
Thomas, sitting next to a woman, sits in a conference room and listens on.
February 12, 2020
The transition program equips adults with visual impairments aged 18-29 with the skills they need to find a meaningful career and sustain finance.

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