If you take a look around you will find signs written in Braille. Next time you see one, stop and feel the words. In this episode, we talk about the origin and use of Braille, a communication system designed by and for the visually impaired.

SOURCES: 

Inclusive language etiquette:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/inclusive-communication/inclusive-language-words-to-use-and-avoid-when-writing-about-disability

NPR article about braille and the use of smartphone technology:

https://www.npr.org/sections/alltechconsidered/2012/02/13/146812288/braille-under-siege-as-blind-turn-to-smartphones#:~:text=Today%2C%20the%20National%20Federation%20for,people%20can%20actually%20read%20it.

Braille insights about its use:

https://www.rnib.org.uk/professionals/health-social-care-education-professionals/knowledge-and-research-hub/reports-and-insight/reading-and-braille-research/

Video Tutorial for Braille function in smartphones:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVUl5Sd_4PE