Resources for Sensory Impairments
National Federation of the Blind
The oldest and largest nationwide organization of blind Americans.
Braille Institute
Provides free classes and services for those with low vision to no vision.
American Council of the Blind
Strives to increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity, and quality of life for all blind and visually impaired people.
Perkins School for the Blind
Worldwide leader in education services for children and young adults who are blind and visually impaired with multiple disabilities.
American Foundation for the Blind
Moves to create a world of no limits for people who are blind or visually impaired by mobilizing leaders, advancing understanding, and championing impactful policies and practices using research and data.
U.S. Association of Blind Athletes
Empowers Americans who are blind and visually impaired to experience life-changing opportunities in sports, recreation and physical activities, thereby educating and inspiring the nation.
Hearing Loss Association of America
Works to open the world of communication to people with hearing loss by providing information, education, support and advocacy.
World Federation of the Deaf
International non-profit and non-governmental organisation of deaf associations from 133 countries.
Gallaudet University
Bilingual, diverse, multicultural institution of higher education that ensures the intellectual and professional advancement of deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
American Society for Deaf Children
Empowers all families with deaf and hard-of-hearing children and youth by embracing full language and communication access in inclusive environments through mentoring, advocacy, resources, and collaborative networks.
National Association of the Deaf
Civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America.
National Deaf Center
technical assistance and dissemination center funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)