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2024 National Coding Symposium for Students

Get ready to embark on a journey where coding becomes not just a skill, but a gateway to boundless possibilities. The 2024...

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Connect the Dots Event Inspires Inclusivity and Accessibility

On Saturday, November 2nd the Louisville Free Public Library hosted STEAM Day, an event filled with family fun exploring science,...

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Producing Accessible Positions: Quality Checks on Large Type Books

APH’s production department has raised the bar for barrier breaking in workplace accessibility. An openness to re-inventing job stations and...

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Exploring the World of Sound and Vibration with Connect the Dots

At our October Connect the Dots event held at the Western Louisville Free Public Library, families had the opportunity to...

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Accessible Creations at Louisville Maker Faire

The Louisville Maker Faire is an opportunity for local creatives to learn, present, and be a part of innovation in...

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Expanding the Monarch’s Impact with the Monarch Student Pilot Program

In September, APH launched the Monarch, a first-of-its-kind 10-line by 32-cell refreshable display that renders braille and tactile graphics on...

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Meet APH Scholar Patricia Gallardo

Meet APH Scholar Patricia Gallardo Patricia Gallardo joined the Child Development program at Braille Institute in 2018, and in 2022...

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Elevating the User Experience: Support for Monarch Users

The Monarch is making its way across the U.S. As it lands in the hands of students nationwide, the APH...

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Orientation, Mobility, and Innovation: Connect the Dots to The Dot Experience

In our fast-paced world, everyone needs the ability to move freely and confidently. At APH, we’re dedicated to ensuring that...

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Gina Fugate Cracks the Code to Student Understanding with the Monarch

“It’s never been about lack of capability. It’s been about lack of accessibility.” Gina Fugate is a Computer Science and...

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Meet Your Match with Memory Puzzles: Shapes

Are you a new braille reader, interested in learning about shapes, or a puzzle fan looking to put your skills...

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Making the Visual World Tactile with the Wing It App for Monarch

Someone with typical vision can easily view pictures on their phone or computer. Students who are blind or low vision...

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Give for Good Provides Glimpse into The Dot Experience

Since 1858, APH has called Louisville, KY home, growing alongside the community we proudly serve. Though much of our work...

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Honoring Our Influencers: From Goalball to Life Goals

As The Dot Experience continues to develop, the Influencer Campaign has provided individuals with the opportunity to share authentic stories...

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Why eBraille is a Braille-Based Document Type

One of the biggest early questions about eBraille was whether the standard would be print-based, like DOCX or EPUB, or...

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