Fall Issue of the Council Courier is Now Available
The Fall 2025 issue of the Council Courier newsletter is now available on our website. Continue Reading Fall Issue of the Council Courier is Now Available
Former Scholarship Recipient Stacy Fuehrer Stays Persistent to Further Her Career
Former Council Scholarship recipient Stacy Fuehrer says college was tough, but she still made it through with a degree in Communication Studies. Stacy graduated from UW–La Crosse in 2005, where she says she was the only person on campus who used a white cane and a guide dog. Continue Reading Former Scholarship Recipient Stacy Fuehrer Stays Persistent to Further Her Career
Lions Clubs Across Wisconsin Share the Council’s Mission
For decades, the Council has maintained a close relationship with Lions Clubs across the state. This friendship is rooted in our shared goal of supporting Wisconsinites who are blind or low vision. Lions Club International, the umbrella organization of local Lions Clubs are members, began supporting people with vision loss in 1925 when Helen Keller asked them to become “knights for the blind.” Continue Reading Lions Clubs Across Wisconsin Share the Council’s Mission
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You Can Use AI in Everyday Life
In November, Access Technology Specialist Jim Denham of the Council presented a webinar on how to use artificial intelligence (AI) to simplify everyday tasks. AI can streamline and assist with some computer tasks that are particularly challenging for people who are blind or low vision. Whether you’re writing a paper for a class or figuring… Continue Reading You Can Use AI in Everyday Life
New State Legislature Provides New Opportunities to Make Advocacy Connections
Following last year’s redrawing of the state’s legislative maps, a bevy of new members of both the State Senate and Assembly were sworn into office on January 6. These new lawmakers are probably still learning the ropes of their new jobs, and while they certainly have their legislative priorities, they are still figuring out how… Continue Reading New State Legislature Provides New Opportunities to Make Advocacy Connections
A New Year Means a Warm Welcome to Our Four New Board Members
As we enter the new year, we are pleased to welcome four new members to the Council’s Board of Directors. Each of our new board members brings unique experiences and backgrounds that will help the Council reach people who are blind or low vision from across all of Wisconsin. “The Board is pleased to welcome… Continue Reading A New Year Means a Warm Welcome to Our Four New Board Members
ABLE Provides Vital Braille Services During Braille Literacy Month…and the Rest of the Year
Louis Braille, who revolutionized the world for people who are blind with the invention of his raised dot writing system, was born on January 4, 1809. Every January, we recognize Braille Literacy Month to affirm the importance of braille, which has given countless people with vision loss access to written information over the decades. As… Continue Reading ABLE Provides Vital Braille Services During Braille Literacy Month…and the Rest of the Year
Technology Changes, But the Value of Braille Does Not – A World Braille Day Message
Louis Braille was born on January 4, 1809, and that date is celebrated internationally as World Braille Day each year in recognition of his revolutionary raised dot system. Before the development of braille, people who were blind had virtually no independent access to written information, cutting them off from a vital form of communication. Today,… Continue Reading Technology Changes, But the Value of Braille Does Not – A World Braille Day Message
The Year Ahead: 2025 Will Bring Renewed Focus on Collaboration, Learning, and Events Old and New
2024 is in the rearview mirror, and the Council is ready to dive into the new year with a strong-as-ever commitment to empowering people who are blind or low vision to live the life they choose. As we look ahead to 2025, we are excited to continue the work we’ve already started and bring some… Continue Reading The Year Ahead: 2025 Will Bring Renewed Focus on Collaboration, Learning, and Events Old and New
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Communities Across Wisconsin Celebrate White Cane Safety Day in Their Own Way
Every year since 1964, October 15 has been recognized ad White Cane Safety Day, a time to promote safe and welcoming communities for people who are blind or low vision. Its main purpose is to raise awareness of state White Cane Laws. Wisconsin’s law states that drivers must stop 10 feet before a pedestrian who is using a white cane or guide dog. The Council has celebrated White Cane Safety Day for decades by encouraging state and municipal governments to issue White Cane Safety Day proclamations and urging them to promote pedestrian safety in their communities. Continue Reading Communities Across Wisconsin Celebrate White Cane Safety Day in Their Own Way
Dining in the Dark Brings Learning and Good Food to Diverse Crowd
In September, we hosted our fourth and final Dining in the Dark event of 2025 at Old Sugar Distillery in Madison. We were joined by a diverse crowd for camaraderie, a fantastic meal prepared by Blue Plate Catering, and an opportunity to learn more about the lives of people who are blind or low vision.… Continue Reading Dining in the Dark Brings Learning and Good Food to Diverse Crowd
Gallery Night to Feature Unique Art from Wisconsin Artists with Vision Loss
Join us on Friday, November 7 for our annual Fall Gallery Night! The event will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. at our offices at 754 Williamson Street in Madison. This year, we are showcasing the work of eleven artists from across Wisconsin who are blind or low vision. Their work ranges from paintings to photography to ceramics to artisanal chainmail. Continue Reading Gallery Night to Feature Unique Art from Wisconsin Artists with Vision Loss