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Florida Division of Blind Services
Welcome to the Florida Division of Blind Services website. Below are key topics for April.
Opportunity to Comment
Florida Blind Services is updating its strategic plan. You are encouraged to participate in this process. Go to either http://fdbs.easyswot.com or http://fdbs.ezswot.com to participate.
Women's Health and Safety Month
Women are more prone to blindness and visual impairments than men. Find out why women are more prone to blindness or visual impairment, and if you are a woman, what you can do to protect your vision. Read about Women's Health and Eye Safety.
16th Annual Sterling Conference
Florida Sterling Council’s 16th Annual Conference shares best practices, promotes effective networking, and offers unparalleled tools to improve your organization’s bottom line. It will be held
May 27-30, 2008 at
JW Marriott, Orlando Grande Lakes. Learn more about the Annual Sterling Conference.
Scholarship Opportunity
The National Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments, Inc. is offering a GuildScholar Award program for college bound high school students who are legally blind. The program awards 12 to 15 scholarships up to $15,000 each. Applications will be accepted from students at the end of their junior year in high school. The deadline is July 1, 2008. The application process and is online at www.jgb.org/guildscholar.asp
Top Stories Related to Blindness
Keeping up with top stories related to blindness and visual loss isn't easy. Read Top Stories Related to Blindness including topics like assistive technology, business, and talking books.
The mission of Florida Blind Services is to ensure blind and visually impaired persons living in Florida have the tools, support, and opportunity to achieve success.