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S2 Ep1088: Blind Faith Wearable Tactile Ramadan Calendar


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Ramadan is traditionally observed through visual cues like moon sightings and printed prayer timetables.

Bank Al Etihad and VML Jordan have created a wearable tactile calendar to support blind and partially sighted Muslims engage in traditions independently.

Amelia spoke to Basel Jumaa, Executive Creative Director, and Josh Loebner, Global Head of Inclusive Design, to learn more.

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