American Council of the Blind
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ACB strives to increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity, and quality of life for all blind & visually impaired people.
Alexandria, VA
Joined August 2010
Registration is OPEN for the next Audio Description Institute on Sep 22-26! The virtual training offers expert-led instruction on the art and technique of audio description. Learn more at: Register at:
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Join ACB in advocating for vision services for young children through the Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act and See the Board Act. Send a message to your member of Congress at
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Check out what's happening at ACB during the week of August 4, 2025! 👇.
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RT @Liathetrader: For me it will be always @Waymo .I like the Jaguar. Safe and comfy! Great job $GOOGL
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RT @PerkinsLibrary: Read or listen to this article on the importance of #Braille and braille libraries in 2025, featuring quotes from our o….
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Braille and talking book libraries are a lifeline for people who are blind. But budget cuts mean these services face an uncertain future. How are staff working to help patrons stay connected to...
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It’s International Assistance Dog Week! This week & every week, let’s celebrate & recognize all the hard working guide dogs helping people who are blind or low visioned live independent lives. Check out ACB affiliate Guide Dog Users, Inc. (@GDUInc):
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This week, ACB Executive Director Scott Thornhill and Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs Claire Stanley met with members of Congress on applicable committees to gain support for the Website and Software Applications Accessibility Act.
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Check out what's coming up in ACB Community for the week of August 3, 2025! 👇.
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RT @disabilityscoop: Accessing a #ServiceDog often involves a hefty price tag and a lengthy process, but for many with #disabilities these….
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Accessing a service dog often involves a hefty price tag and a lengthy process, but for many with disabilities these companions are invaluable.
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RT @FreedomSci: Register for our webinar on August 7 at Noon ET to learn how to perform important tasks using AI tools and JAWS. Breaking D….
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RT @BrailleWorks: Accessibility matters everywhere, including the business world. A business that's compliant with accessibility standards….
brailleworks.com
Accessibility matters- Let's all do our part make sure everyone has access to more of life. Design the world to include everyone, regardless of disability.
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This week Claire speaks with Doug Powell and Pris Rogers about the Older Americans Act and related legislation. These two experts in services for older Americans talk about the bill and needed services for people losing their vision as they age.
acb-advocacy-update.pinecast.co
This feed provides updates from the American Council of the Blind on its advocacy efforts.
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RT @pcb_advocate: 💚 Today is the #InternationalDayOfFriendship!. At PCB, we celebrate the friends who walk beside us — advocating, supporti….
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RT @TPGinteractive: Join Vispero's Matt Ater, along with industry leaders from imageHOLDERS and Aptaero, today at 12 PM ET as they discuss….
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Join industry leaders as they discuss how an integrated, design-led approach can drive meaningful airline kiosks experiences.
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Yesterday, ACB Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs Claire Stanley attended an event hosted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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Check out what's happening at ACB for the week of July 28, 2025! 👇.
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Today marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a transformative civil rights law that protects people with disabilities from discrimination. ACB honors this milestone and continues to advocate for access, equity, and inclusion—today and every day! #ADA35
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Here's what's happening in ACB Community for the week of July 27, 2025! 👇.
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ACB Director of Advocacy & Governmental Affairs Claire Stanley recently attended the 2025 Network Library of the Year Awards, by the National Library Service for the Blind & Print Disabled (NLS) at the @librarycongress. Claire met up with Eric Bridges, President & CEO of @AFB1921
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A year ago today, Mattel introduced the first blind Barbie, in collaboration with the @AFB1921. ACB welcomed her with an honorary membership!. Welcome Letter from ACB Executive Director Scott Thornhill: . From July 23, 2024: .
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