Today, we’d like to introduce you to an impressive piece by Javier Torres (52) from Spain. As a person with deafblindness, Braille is his indispensable link to knowledge and communication, which he demonstrates through a tactile chessboard.
Below you’ll find a detailed description and interpretation.
Many thanks to Javier for this image, which once again shows just how much Braille can enrich our thinking and our interactions with one another!
Description
![On the 200th anniversary of Braille, we celebrate the transformative power of this system that has opened doors to knowledge and communication. In this image, a chess board comes to life, where the pieces form the word ONCE in Braille, illuminated by LED lights. This game, a symbol of strategy and reflection, now becomes a means to make the invisible visible: accessibility for blind people. Just like every move in chess has a purpose, every dot in Braille represents a step toward a more inclusive world. ONCE [the Spanisch National Organization of the Blind], through its support for education and integration, has been a fundamental pillar in the dissemination of Braille, facilitating access to culture and knowledge for all. This anniversary not only commemorates a system, but a future where inclusion shines with its own light, illuminating the path towards equal opportunities for people with visual disabilities.](https://www.livingbraille.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image0-300x225.jpeg)
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