A technical support mailing list for visually impaired students

Hello, everyone.
Today I found a very useful mailing list. It’s called VIP_Students, and it gives technology support to visually impaired students.
You can visit the list’s web site by following this link.
From there, you can subscribe to the list directly, subscribe via RSS, or search the archives.
It seems to have lots of good information about accessible software, including tutorials for Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Nero Burning Rom.

Blind Bargains

Hello, everyone.
I recently found a useful looking web site.
It’s called Blind Bargains, and it lists lots of computer equipment and access technology at surprisingly low prices.
It doesn’t sell products directly, but links to other sites where you can buy them.

Accessibility is a right

Hello, everyone.
I was listening to the Main Menu Live podcast yesterday when I heard about a very interesting new organisation.
It’s called Accessibility is a Right, and it promotes the idea that anyone should be able to access any kind of information or software, no matter what kind of disability they might have.
One of their associate members is Serotek, the company that produces the Freedom Box and System Access screen reader.
One of the great things about the Accessibility is a Right foundation is that they let you use Serotek’s System Access To Go screen reader for free. In case you don’t already know, System Access To Go is a version of System Access that you can use on the internet. All you have to do is navigate to the System Access To Go home page, and your computer will start talking. If you’re looking for a free screen reader that you can use while you’re connected to the internet, then maybe System Access to Go could be for you.
If you want to learn more about Accessibility is a Right, then please take a look at their web site.

Application deadline for this year’s Teruko Ikeda ICT Training Programme

Hello, everyone.
The deadline for the final submission of application forms for this year’s Teruko Ikeda ICT training programme is approaching quickly!
All forms should be returned to NCBM no later than the 29th of February, 2008.
Candidate selection will take place on the 23rd of March, and the results should be available in late March or early April.
If you intend to apply, please contact NCBM or the Japan Braille Library as soon as possible for an application form.
Remember that you have to send a printed copy and an electronic copy of your completed form.
Good luck.