American Council of the Blind

ACB Executive Director Scott Thornhill shares a message in recognition of National Nonprofit Day. Visit https://www.acb.org/donate to learn how you can help ACB create a brighter future. https://lnkd.in/eRY2y4wh

Check out what's happening at ACB for the week of August 18, 2025! 👇 https://lnkd.in/eCsihgEs

Join ACB in asking Congress to pass the Disability Access to Transportation Act! People with disabilities deserve accessible, flexible, and modern paratransit services. Too often, riders face long waits between trips, outdated scheduling systems, and limited options for quick stops along the way. The Disability Access to Transportation Act would: ✅ Launch a pilot program allowing quick stops (like the pharmacy) during trips ✅ Prioritize real-time tracking and on-demand scheduling technology ✅ Streamline the complaint process and collect service data to close gaps This bipartisan bill will make transportation more equitable and independent for millions. ACB’s Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs Claire Stanley provides a description of this bill on our YouTube page: https://lnkd.in/ehSDvEUs Take action by sending a message to your representative at https://lnkd.in/exdBhcAc

Today is National Nonprofit Day! At ACB, we’re dedicated to creating a more inclusive world for people who are blind or have low vision—through advocacy, community, and opportunity. From advancing accessible technology, to championing inclusivity, to building a vibrant and supportive community, your support makes it possible for us to keep moving forward. On this day of recognition, we invite you to join us in our mission. Even a small contribution can make a lasting impact. Visit https://www.acb.org/donate to learn how you can help ACB create a brighter future. #NationalNonprofitDay

This week, Claire Stanley, J.D. speaks with our Advocacy Fellow about several new bills Congress has introduced that will benefit the blind and disabled community.   Access the podcast at https://lnkd.in/eHApjcAf

Check out what's happening at ACB for the week of August 11, 2025! 👇 https://lnkd.in/e5EZy_uw

Join ACB in urging Congress to co-sponsor the Disaster Relief Medicaid Act (DRMA)! When disaster strikes, Medicaid recipients often face dangerous gaps in coverage after being displaced from their homes. DRMA ensures they won’t lose access to critical care simply because they’ve crossed a county or state line. This bill, introduced by Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) and Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), provides uninterrupted access to Medicaid services for disaster survivors, which would protect lives and ensure continuity of care when it’s needed most. ACB Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs Claire Stanley, J.D. provides a description of this bill on our YouTube page: https://lnkd.in/eEp4T-sX   Click here to send a message to your representative: https://lnkd.in/eTA-pVih

Ready to make your organization more inclusive? As part of ACB’s Accessibility and Training Services program, ACB offers customized training sessions designed to help organizations build a stronger understanding of accessibility and inclusion. Led by ACB accessibility experts, our one-time or ongoing trainings provide practical, actionable guidance so you can identify gaps and make improvements right away. Topics can include: 👉 Workplace Accessibility 👉 Disability Inclusion 👉 Assistive Technology 👉 Audio Description 👉 And more, tailored to your specific needs To learn more, contact us at accessibility@acb.org or complete our accessibility request form at https://lnkd.in/e8HpXyuU.

On this day in 1965, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, establishing critical protections for voters with disabilities, including the right to receive help from a person of their choosing at the polls. This landmark law also outlawed discriminatory voting practices for all citizens.   ACB continues to advocate for accessible voting at every stage of the process, from in-person voting to remote options. Our efforts build on the foundation laid by the Voting Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Help America Vote Act, to ensure that people who are blind or have low vision can fully participate in our democracy.   Explore ACB’s voting initiatives and find helpful resources at: https://www.acb.org/voting.

Registration is OPEN for the 26th Audio Description Institute, hosted by ACB’s Audio Description Project. This immersive virtual training runs September 22–26, from 1:00–5:00 pm ET and offers expert-led instruction on the art and technique of audio description.   Whether you're new to the field or wanting to sharpen your skills, the Audio Description Institute will help prepare you for real-world audio description work.   The fee is $575, and two scholarships are available. Space is limited to keep the experience interactive, so register ASAP to reserve your spot! Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eUJdTPwg Register at: https://lnkd.in/eaMVMFhC