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Read More about At Perkins School for the Blind, ​we have ​believed​ in the power of education​ since 1829​ to transform and enrich the lives of children and adults with visual impairment. That belief is what pushes us to innovate — by developing best practices in the classroom, launching new assistive technologies and partnering with local communities and international governments to ensure all individuals with visual impairment have the opportunity to learn and thrive. Donate Give the gift of a brighter future to children and young adults who are blind. Advocate Make your voice heard! Support equal opportunities for people who are blind. Volunteer You can make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Become a Perkins volunteer. Stay connected. Subscribe for Updates! Message from the President At Perkins, we empower our students to take charge of their lives. Whether they aim to pursue a college degree, enter the workforce or engage with their community, we support them in every step of their journey. To learn more, I invite you to read about some of the ways we do this : from helping students develop self-advocacy, communication, and life skills they need to lead fulfilling lives, to the post-secondary programs we have created to ensure they successfully transition into the future. Continue reading the message from the president. What's New Including every child Showing teachers, families and communities how children who are blind or visually impaired can learn and engage in life Career Launch puts young adults on path to self discovery and professional success The transition program equips adults with visual impairments aged 18-29 with the skills they need to find a meaningful career and sustain finance. Skills bloom in Deafblind Program through flower delivery service Delivering flowers gives students with multi-sensory impairments the chance to develop skills and engage in their communities. Brightening futures for young adults Life after graduation can be daunting when blind, but it doesn’t have to be. Hear from our expert Join Us At These Events Advanced Radio and Podcasting **CANCELLED** March 29, 2020 Gain experience with high and low tech options for producing and editing your own radio show or podcast. (AGES 15-22) Vocal Students Recital **POSTPONED** March 30, 2020 This event has been postponed to a later date to be determined. Blind Legislative Informational Networking Day (B.L.I.N.D.) **CALL-IN ONLY** March 31, 2020 You are cordially invited to attend the Virtual Blind Legislative Informational Networking Day 2020. #BLINDEvent2020 Beeping Egg Hunt **CANCELLED** April 4, 2020 Join us for a beeping egg hunt! 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