Making Accessibility Tangible: Our New Braille Production Services announcement Launch May 1, 2025 At Even Grounds, accessibility isn’t an add-on — it’s at the heart of what we do. That’s why we are proud to announce the launch of our Braille Production Services, officially available starting May 1, 2025. What differentiates us from other similar..
An accessible conference by the Ohio Museums Association
Last year I had the honors to set up the accessibility committee for the Ohio Museums Association conference, which took place last weekend in Athens, Ohio. It is a conference that is not about accessibility, yet it values accessibility, and had an entire accessibility track among the presentations. Each time I work with OMA or..
A sample of the 3D buildings newsletter
In the following I would like to give you a little sneakpeek into my 3d buildings newsletter, which I have separated from the regular EvenGrounds newsletter because I found it has a different target audience. This newsletter comes out approximately every other week on Sunday, but it really depends if I have new buildings to..
Touch Mapper Alternatives
Since I have posted about Touch Mapper, I got many questions if there is an alternative for this product. The short answer is not really, but in this post, let me explain what could be the problem for those who are seeking an alternative. (more…)
10 Essential Tips To Make Your Meetings Inclusive For Blind Participants
Like every component of an organization, meetings serve a central purpose. It brings people together to discuss, strategize, and execute. Nonetheless, meetings that are not crafted with inclusivity in focus can leave out critical viewpoints and disengage the audience. The purpose of making meetings inclusive is to ensure that all participants in a meeting, regardless..
How 3D Printing Is Revolutionizing Accessibility for Blind People
Over the years, technology has improved inclusivity for people with disabilities. One of the most notable inventions in recent years is 3D printing. This revolutionary technology is changing the lives of the blind and visually impaired by making assistive devices, Braille, and other aids for touch-based learning materials more easily and affordably. This, in turn,..
Tactile Learning: The Role of 3D Printed Objects in Education for the Blind
From textbooks and graphical illustrations to screens, it is clear that visual aids have always held massive importance in the sphere of education. It is much more difficult for students who are visually impaired to access the same level of information as their counterparts. Learning tools such as embossed graphics or Braille materials provide some..
What I Learned While Working With a Guide Dog in the USA: A Personal Perspective
If you are curious about the work involved in tandem with a guide dog, I would ask that you take a seat. I wish to explain my story—the lessons I've learned, the passions I've pursued, and the hurdles I've had to overcome. It's quite intimate, and while no story is identical, I hope it connects..
Can Any Dog Be Trained as a Guide Dog?
We are very familiar with the phrase, “An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind,” but did you know that some eyes can be the eyes of a blind person? Guide dogs can exceptionally assist visually impaired people. They help people without sight navigate the world through their eyes and senses, but this..
10 Things You Should Know About Guide Dogs
Do you know that paws on the pavement, while a hand is holding the harness, can help someone conquer the world? If not, you haven't been introduced to the guide dogs yet. Guide dogs are known to be the most faithful and trustworthy companions. They help their visually impaired owners with mobility, safety, and independence...