We are the membership and advocacy organization of the Nation's blind. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.
Baltimore, Maryland
Joined January 2009
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We are the transformative organized blind movement raising expectations of blind people across America every day. Stay informed and get involved. Follow us via
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Are you tired of navigating inaccessible news and entertainment formats as a blind person?
That’s why we created NFB-NEWSLINE, our free Braille and audio service, made by blind people for blind people.
Learn more at nfbnewsline.org.
ALT A blind man wearing sunglasses listens to NFB-NEWSLINE on his touch-tone phone.
We're going live!
Tune in to our Facebook Live this Thursday at 1:00 p.m. Eastern in celebration of White Cane Awareness Day! Join us as we explore Camden Yards near the Baltimore Orioles' stadium with smart glasses while using an exciting new product from HumanWare.
"Leadership of blind people through the organized blind movement is critical to continuing to build the nature of our independence." - President Riccobono
Read more of "The Independence Comes from Us—There is Nothing Artificial About Our Intelligence:" buff.ly/zkEffRN
ALT Mark Riccobono smiles while wearing a pair of smart glasses on stage.
Have you ever wanted to explore our historic Jernigan Institute? If you're in the Baltimore area, you can tour our headquarters tomorrow as part of Doors Open Baltimore.
On this guided tour, you get a behind-the-scenes look into our 350,000 square foot headquarters!
ALT Side view of the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute building from outside.
ALT A group of people shovel and toss dirt at the opening of the Jernigan Institute.
ALT A wide shot of the Jernigan Institute, featuring a billboard with the National Federation of the Blind name and logo. The American flag waves atop the billboard.
Can autonomous vehicles remove jobs?
"I think we have a responsibility to answer that very real criticism with being creative on what kind of jobs can be created as a result of this amazing technology." - Jordan Moon
What are your thoughts?
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When did you last review your will and beneficiary designations? Consider naming the National Federation of the Blind as a beneficiary of your IRA, retirement plan, life insurance policy, or estate. Your legacy can help build a future of greater opportunity for blind people.
Episode 95 of Access On: We bring a comprehensive review of iOS 27. We demonstrate the power of Siri AI and point out some of its benefits and rough edges, examine the new visual recognition features in VoiceOver, and more!
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There is a place for everyone in our Coast-to-Coast movement. Run, walk, organize a local activity, cheer for our athletes, or fundraise with fellow Federationists. Together, we can showcase the strength, talent, and determination of blind people. Visit nfb.org/movers.
ALT Federationists smile while holding up Bay Bridge Run bibs. Behind them are two tents and an NFB sign.
Episode 94 of Access On: We return to #NFB26 for presentations about technology, access, and the organized blind movement. We hear Jonathan Mosen’s address on why blind people must claim our rightful place in shaping technology.
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Jobseekers! The National Federation of the Blind Virtual Career Fair is happening Oct. 27 from 1–4 p.m. ET on Zoom. Explore career options, connect with inclusive employers, and discover your occupational passion.
Register now to secure your spot: buff.ly/oVLu05z
ALT A blind woman types on her laptop and wears earbuds.
Episode 93 of Access On: President Riccobono discusses AI and invites feedback on using smart glasses as an accommodation. We demonstrate Remote Incident Manager for iOS from Pneuma Solutions and #NFB26 technology vendor showcase.
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Public service announcement: Print is not the only way to read and comprehend a document.
What do you think of this story? Comment below.
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The doctor told the blind person that his manager was researching whether she could sign the treatment. They were concerned that she would not understand what she was signing.
Episode 91 of Access On: We learn technology using structured discovery and we learn of processing and scanning printed receipts, dealing with touch screens on airlines, and more. Plus, a note about Apple’s September event.
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"I was about six weeks old when my parents figured out I wasn’t tracking anything visually. When the doctor told them... raising a blind child would be too hard, they knew there had to be a better way," Amy Porterfield wrote. "
Read more: buff.ly/bKjhV6n
ALT Amy smiles, wearing a black blouse.
Episode 90 of Access On: We discuss structured discovery as it applies to technology learning... across screen readers, smartphones, apps, etc., and the growing role of AI-powered description and screen exploration.
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