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A New Perspective: Meet Joy

Joy was born deaf in one ear and was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 16, but she said the depression came when she was pronounced legally blind four months after giving birth to her daughter. “It felt like the cruelest slap in the face,”...

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Honoring Women of Vision

Honoring Women of Vision

During the month of March, we celebrate the many contributions of women throughout history and today such as Anne Sullivan, Adelia Hoyt, Martha Morrow Foxx and Georgia Trader who helped to advance education and opportunities for people with...

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Remembering Michelle Machado

Earlier this month, we received the heartbreaking news that our board president, Michelle Machado, passed away in a car accident. I personally knew Michelle for more than 10 years. She was a dynamic and positive person, and her dedication to...

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