Arizona Industries for the Blind

02/12/2026

Nice article on how the AbilityOne Program is creating jobs for 2,500 veterans and wounded warriors.

Americans who are blind or have significant disabilities, including wounded warriors and veterans, can benefit from the AbilityOne Program. Under the U.S. AbilityOne Commission and in partnership with the VA and Military Wounded Warrior programs, veterans and wounded warriors regain meaningful and e...

02/02/2026

https://www.techspot.com/news/111149-nfl-testing-tactile-device-blind-fans-feel-super.html

The technology, developed by Seattle-based startup OneCourt, resembles a thick tablet etched with raised outlines of a football field. Beneath those lines, sensors pulse in patterns that...

02/02/2026

AIB was proud to host the Foundation Fighting Blindness, Spring VisionConnect featuring updates on inherited retinal disease.
Great turnout from the community and meaningful conversations all around. Thank you to Frank Moore,, Fai Mo, and Dr. Mark Barakat and everyone who joined and continues to support progress in IRD research and awareness.

01/15/2026

Interesting...

VoxeLite is an ultra-thin wearable that uses high-speed “pixels of touch” to replicate the exact precision of a human fingertip, allowing users to feel realistic digital textures like fabr

01/13/2026

mobile app lets the visually impaired print labels

mobile app lets the visually impaired print labels Concept Nemonic Dot comes in two: a printer and a mobile app that converts spoken and typed words into printed stickers and labels with Braille for the visually impaired. With this, users can create labels by typing or using voice input, and the ap...

12/07/2025

https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/southwest-valley/2025/12/06/buckeye-new-rideshare-program-to-offer-low-cost-trips-in-2026/87593975007/&ct=ga&cd=CAEYASoTOTQ3Mjc1OTc3MTUwMTI3MTU4ODIaMDFlYmIzYmU1OGQ5OTJjMzpjb206ZW46VVM&usg=AOvVaw1a_ApBjqYrNwxBrozO7dFL

A new city program aims at helping Buckeye residents with transportation as city officials look ahead to build a long-term transit strategy.

12/07/2025

https://www.wmar2news.com/news/region/baltimore-city/baltimore-could-become-home-to-first-national-museum-for-the-blind-in-the-united-states

Maryland lawmakers are working to establish the first National Museum for the Blind in Baltimore, celebrating achievements and changing perceptions.

10/23/2025

Thank you, Mayor Jason Beck for supporting safe, reliable and affordadle transportation for individuals who are blind or have other disabilities. Removing the transportation barrier creates independence, dignity and community engagement for people with disabilities.

The city council recently voted unanimously to approve a plan to amend Peoria’s Paratransit Americans with Disabilities Act Transportation. Moving forward, the changes will allow the city to use funding

09/23/2025

We are grateful to everyone who made the 2025 Richard J. Monaco “Tee Off for Blindness” Golf Tournament a success!
We couldn’t have done it without our players who came out to support a great cause. To our volunteers, your energy and dedication kept everything running smoothly. And to our sponsors, your generosity and partnership made this event possible.
Together, we not only enjoyed a beautiful day on the course but also strengthened our community and mission. Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to seeing you again next year!

09/18/2025

https://www.digitaljournal.com/tech-science/robotaxis-as-a-new-medium-of-public-transportation-in-some-u-s-cities/article

Waymo, the American autonomous driving technology company, is teaming up with the tech transit startup Via where it will integrate its autonomous vehicles into city public transit networks.

08/26/2025

Every drive makes a difference.
Our “Tee Off for Blindness” Golf Tournament on September 19, 2025, supports career pathways, assistive technology that levels the playing field, and programs empowering people who are blind to thrive at work and in life.
📍 Palm Valley Golf Club | ⏰ 7:30 am
✓ Contests & raffle ✓ Sponsorships available
Secure your spot or sponsor a team today: https://www.azifb.com/golf
Let’s turn fairways into futures.

Arizona Industries for the Blind is excited to hold its annual Richard J. Monaco Tee Off For Blindness Golf Tournament on Friday, September 19, 2025.  The tournam...

08/20/2025

https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/georgia-aquarium-adds-new-tech-help-low-vision-visitors-see-exhibits

Georgia Aquarium has partnered with ReBokeh Vision Technologies to become the first U.S. aquarium to offer free, on-site access to the ReBokeh mobile app for visitors with low vision.