NIB reinforces its message by connecting with the media around the country, both as an organization and on behalf of our associated nonprofit agencies. Below are our most recent media releases.
For all media inquiries, email us at media@nib.org.
NIB reinforces its message by connecting with the media around the country, both as an organization and on behalf of our associated nonprofit agencies. Below are our most recent media releases.
For all media inquiries, email us at media@nib.org.
November 20, 2024
National Industries for the Blind (NIB) remains disappointed and dismayed by the continued focus the National Council on Disability (NCD) places on eliminating the AbilityOne Program; a program that provides employment for nearly 37,000 individuals who are blind or significantly disabled, meets federal laws and regulations, and provides a variety of career opportunities that align […]
November 5, 2024
Event demonstrated technology designed to easily and affordably make work accessible for people who are blind ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 5, 2024—National Industries for the Blind added a new component to its annual conference this year: AccessTech, an accessible technology showcase and smart office featuring the latest accessible technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI). The conference and […]
September 27, 2024
First Film to Star a DeafBlind Actor; Screening is Free to the Public ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 27, 2024—October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and National Industries for the Blind will hold a special screening and panel for the Oscar-nominated short film “Feeling Through.” The film will be shown on Tuesday, October 15, at 6 […]
September 27, 2024
Nearly 800 People Will Gather at Annual NIB Conference in Crystal City, Va., October 14 to 18 to Discuss Growing Employment for People Who Are Blind ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 27, 2024—During National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October) close to 800 people will meet in Arlington for National Industries for the Blind’s annual Training Conference and Expo, […]
September 24, 2024
Recruiter with Alphapointe in Kansas City to receive award that recognizes employees who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 24, 2024—National Industries for the Blind has selected Terrie Collins as its national 2024 Milton J. Samuelson Career Achievement Award winner. Collins, who is blind, serves as a recruiter for Alphapointe in […]