I am pleased to introduce Richard Bastian today, who shares his life story with us. His journey vividly demonstrates how Braille can open doors and create new opportunities. Through Braille, Mr. Bastian has not only discovered the world of literature…
Dance with Braille
It’s only Tuesday, but who says you can’t dance already? Are you in the mood to challenge your neighbors or roommates with some loud music? Or maybe you’re just looking for a catchy tune that’ll stick with you all day?…
It is not to read as to hear
Why should anyone still bother with Braille now that modern technology can read almost everything aloud? Some call it outdated, while others see it as essential for independence. In today’s post, Michaela Dlhá from the Slovak Republic, who is blind…
The importance of Braille
Braille is much more than just a writing system – it is a tool that gives blind and visually impaired people worldwide access to information and independence. In this video, the European Blind Union (EBU) presents the versatility of Braille’s…
Cooking for Everyone
In today’s post, Cathrin Zahavi presents her inspiring community project, “Cooking for Everyone.” The title is far from being an empty phrase – it’s a true reflection of what this project stands for. Cathrin will explain all the details herself.…
The same generation, two different eras
The following text by Ana Maria Fontes from Portugal takes us back to the early 1990s, a time when new technologies were being introduced to blind people for the first time. She vividly describes a demonstration of devices like speech…
A personal journy
In today’s text, the author shares her journey with Louis Braille’s code with openness and a touch of humor. From initial resistance to exciting competitions and a growing respect for Braille, she vividly describes how this unique system has shaped…
Return of the Braille typewriter
In the last few days; we have had a colorful mix of texts, announcements, images and even music on the subject of Braille. But today I have something completely different for you. Something with which you can become active yourself.…
A bright spot during lockdown
It is my pleasure to present to you today this text “BRAILLE: A BRIGHT SPOT DURING LOCKDOWN” by María Jesús Cañamares from spain. She describes the power that Braille has had for many of us during the challenging times of…
Birthday with Lego – By Jürgen Trinkus
I’m celebrating the Braille birthday by making me a present for myself: the Lego Braille Alphabet bricks. This set of braille bricks that can be used so creatively beamed me back to my childhood. I created this record in honor…