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data-aos-anchor=".accent-lines" data-aos-anchor-placement="bottom-bottom" data-aos-delay="400"></span> <span class="vertical green" data-aos="line-animation" data-aos-anchor=".accent-lines" data-aos-anchor-placement="bottom-bottom" data-aos-delay="400"></span> <span class="vertical yellow" data-aos="line-animation" data-aos-anchor=".accent-lines" data-aos-anchor-placement="bottom-bottom" data-aos-delay="400"></span> </div> <section class="layout basic-content" style="margin-bottom: 50px;"> <div class="content"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="col"> <p style="text-align: left;">We know that access to the right tools and information at the right time can change lives. At APH, our job is to break down barriers and empower students, families, adults, and educators, creating a future that belongs to everyone.</p> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="layout slider x-large style-2 alternate-arrow-position" style="margin-bottom: 200px;"> <h2 class="section-title">What's New at APH</h2> <p class='section-subtitle'><span></span><a class="btn" href="https://www.aph.org/search-results/?fwp_content_types=product">Browse the Shop</a></p> <div class="slide-list"> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">Monarch RISE Applications</h3> <p>Applications for Monarch RISE are now live. Through Monarch RISE: Resources for Inclusion, Skills, and Employment, 250 Monarchs will be distributed to employment and educational professionals and individuals seeking competitive integrated employment (CIE) across the United States. Over five years, APH will assess the impact of the Monarch in significantly enhancing access to achieving and maintaining CIE for individuals who are blind, low vision or DeafBlind. </p> <p><a href="https://www.aph.org/meet-monarch/rise/">Learn More</a>.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2025/01/MonarchRiSE-scaled.jpg" alt="Student using a Monarch device"> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">The Power of Partnerships: Developing eBraille Together</h3> <p>A worldwide file standard cannot be created alone. By utilizing the expertise of other organizations and individuals in the blindness field, APH constructed eBraille for all to use.</p> <p><a href="https://www.aph.org/blog/the-power-of-partnerships-developing-ebraille-togethe/">Learn More</a>.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/08/NZAUTT3-copy-1-1-scaled.jpeg" alt="A speaker stands behind a podium in front of convention audience."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">The Dot Experience Cast: Mike May</h3> <p>Mike May is an exceptional access warrior with extensive experience and knowledge regarding accessible navigation technology and a love for skiing. Join us as we learn about Mike’s life, career, and passion for helping others navigate and enjoy life.</p> <p><a href="https://www.aph.org/blog/the-dot-experience-cast-mike-may/">Learn More</a>.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/07/CTA-Hall-of-Fame14.png" alt="Mike May wears a suit as he speaks from a podium with the words "Consumer Technology Association Hall of Fame" on it in front of a blue backdrop."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">Leveling the Playing Field</h3> <p>Danielle Burton, APH’s Communications Accessibility Editor, has long hoped for a piece of access technology that levels the playing field for students who are DeafBlind, like herself. The Monarch is just what Danielle has been waiting for.</p> <p><a href="https://www.aph.org/blog/leveling-the-playing-field-perspective-of-a-deafblind-user/">Learn More About Danielle's Monarch Experience</a>.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/05/MicrosoftTeams-image-491-scaled.jpeg" alt="A woman in a striped sweater helps a young boy use the Monarch on a table in a school library."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">Connect the Dots 2024</h3> <p>Embark on an adventure of discovery into the playful world of Connect the Dots—an educational series that turns the history and innovation of blindness and low vision into an exciting adventure for kids! We’re on a mission to make learning a blast and inspire a world of inclusivity so while our building is under renovation, the PNC Foundation is helping us bring our knowledge out into the community.</p> <p><a href="https://aphmuseum.org/connect-the-dots/">Learn More about Connect the Dots</a>.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2023/12/Connect-the-Dots-social-general-graphic_web.png" alt="Connect the Dots Graphic - Join us monthly to discover the magic of Inclusivity through the power of play. Sponsored by PNC Foundation"> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">APH Hive: Professional Communities</h3> <p><a href="https://aphhive.org/#/communities">Professional Communities</a> was created to provide creditable and effective resources to people who assist individuals who are blind or have low vision. This user-friendly portal houses curated webinars, external courses, blogs, and much more. Looking for a place to connect? Join us at the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDkTNibmSVc">APH Hive Discussion Boards</a> to communicate with other parents and educators in the blindness and low vision field.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2022/10/Hive-Professional-Communities_alejandro-escamilla-unsplash_web2.jpg" alt="View from over the shoulder of someone visiting the professional communities main page on their laptop."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">APH ConnectCenter</h3> <p>The APH ConnectCenter offers FREE curated advice and resources to assist children, parents, adults, and job seekers who are blind and low vision, and their associated professionals. Visit the <a href="https://aphconnectcenter.org/">APH ConnectCenter</a>, or call our information & resource helpline at 800-232-5463.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2023/03/APH-ConnectCenter-carousel.png" alt="APH ConnectCenter wordmark."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">Find us on the road.</h3> <p>APH is on the go! Check out the conferences, conventions, and other events we're attending this year on our <a href="https://www.aph.org/conferences-conventions/conference-hub/">conference hub</a>!</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/06/APH-Conference-team-at-CSUN-2024-conference.jpg" alt="APH Conference team at CSUN 2024 conference"> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">APH celebrates change makers!</h3> <p>Listen along to our <a href="https://www.aph.org/change-makers/">Change Makers podcast</a> as we highlight the people, products, and resources making the biggest difference in our field.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2023/03/Change-Makers-carousel.jpg" alt="Change maker banner silhouette of people in colored square backgrounds."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">What’s the best way to learn? Your way!</h3> <p>From free webinars and trainings, to professional development, virtual student instruction, and summer camp—our <a href="https://www.aph.org/educational-resources/outreach/training/">Educational Resources</a> are designed for vision professionals, educators, parents, consumers, and students. There’s something for everyone!</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2022/05/training-1.jpg" alt="A young girl at a computer station in a classroom."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">National Prison Braille Network</h3> <p>Since 2001, APH has taken a lead role in developing this network to get much-needed quality braille textbooks to students who are blind in grades K–12. Learn more about how the <a href="https://npbn.org">NPBN is changing lives for the better</a>.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2023/03/npbn-carousel.jpg" alt="A child sitting in a blue armchair and reading a braille storybook."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">APH Press</h3> <p><a href="https://www.aph.org/aph-press/">APH Press</a> is the leading publisher in the field of blindness and visual impairment, supporting teachers, families, and other professionals by publishing informative, well-researched, and innovative texts which enable people of all abilities to maximize their potential and independence.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2023/03/Babies-With-CVI-carousel.jpg" alt="Babies with CVI book sits atop a desk, next to a laptop, APH mug, and pad of paper and pen."> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="layout basic-content" style="margin-bottom: 200px;"> <div class="content"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="col"> <h2 style="text-align: center;">The future is accessible.</h2> <p style="text-align: left;">We’re not just looking forward to an accessible future-we’re making it happen every day. And, with the latest technology, we think the future has never been brighter for people who are blind or have vision loss.</p> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="layout slider x-large style-2 alternate-arrow-position" style="margin-bottom: 200px;"> <h2 class="section-title">Monarch</h2> <p class='section-subtitle'><span></span><a class="btn" href="https://www.aph.org/meet-monarch/">Meet Monarch</a></p> <div class="slide-list"> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">10-Line Braille Display </h3> <p>With 3840 pins, Monarch has one of the highest definition displays in braille history! Read up to ten lines of braille at one time.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/09/Monarch-A86A4688-RI-1920px.jpg" alt="A top-down view of the Monarch device. In the center is a 10-line 40-cell braille display underneath a Monarch logo at the top of the device."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">Android Navigation Keys</h3> <p>Android users may recognize the three keys on the front edge of the Monarch. They serve as shortcuts for moving back one screen, the home screen, and recent apps.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/09/Monarch-A86A4709-RI-1920px.jpg" alt="Close up of the front edge of the Monarch device. There are three yellow navigation keys (a triangle on the far left, a circle in the center, and a square button on the right)."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">Perkins-Style Keyboard</h3> <p>Braille directly on your Monarch with the eight-key Perkins-Style keyboard.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/09/Monarch-A86A4697-RI-1920px.jpg" alt="Close up of the Monarch eight-key braille keyboard. There are four keys on each side with a space bar underneath. In the center is an orange circular button called the “action key.” Visible on the edges of the photo are portions of the Monarch, APH, and HumanWare logos."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">Infrared Sensor</h3> <p>The motion sensor at the top of your Monarch’s display screen enables point-and-click gestures as well as finger tracking on the visual braille output.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/09/Monarch-A86A4736-RI-1920px.jpg" alt="Close up of Monarch logo on the device just above the tactile display. There is a small indentation in the plastic that aligns with the motion sensor."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">Battery Life</h3> <p>Monarch boasts a battery life of 24 hours from just 3 or 4 hours of charging time.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/09/Monarch-A86A4745-RI-1920px.jpg" alt="Close up of Monarch logo on the device just above the tactile display. There is a small indentation in the plastic that aligns with the motion sensor."> </div> </div> <div class="slide"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h3 title">Visual Display</h3> <p>Monarch can connect to an external monitor via HDMI so teachers and peers of all abilities can join along.</p> </div> </div> <div class="image "> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2024/09/Monarch-Graphic-Calculator-at-KSB-P1111342-RI.jpg" alt="Over-the-shoulder image of a young student in a blue shirt using the Monarch connected to a visual display in a library. The monitor mirrors a mathematical graph created in Monarch’s KeyMath app that is also shown on the Monarch’s tactile display."> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="layout listing custom grid cards medium" style="margin-bottom: 200px;"> <div class="intro style-1"> <div class="wrapper"> <h2 class="h2 title">Going further to move things ahead.</h2> <p class="summary"><p style="text-align: left;">At APH we’ve been innovating products and technology to support people who are blind and low vision to independently live and learn since 1854, and we’re not stopping any time soon. From everyday tools to high tech solutions, we’re developing products for barrier breakers, dream believers, change makers, and access warriors!</p></p> </div> </div> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="content"> <div class="card-list custom-items"> <div class="card fill-white custom-item"> <div class="col"> <div class="image"> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2020/07/Mantis-Q40-overhead-view-in-green-case-TPU-P1066624.jpg" alt="Top view of Mantis Q40 in green TPU case."/> </div> <h3 class="h6 title"><a href="https://www.aph.org/product/mantis-q40/">Mantis Q40</a></h3> <p>Keep braille at your fingertips anytime, anywhere, with the Mantis™ Q40: a Bluetooth® keyboard and 40-cell refreshable braille display. Note: File transfer between Mac computers and Mantis devices via USB...</p> </div> </div> <div class="card fill-white custom-item"> <div class="col"> <div class="image"> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2020/01/Smiling-Child-with-Code-Jumper.jpg" alt="Smiling child with Code Jumper"/> </div> <h3 class="h6 title"><a href="https://www.aph.org/product/code-jumper/">Code Jumper™</a></h3> <p>Code Jumper™ assists students in learning computer coding and programming skills through a unique, physical system. Request a Demo Shipping Limitations: This product only ships to the United States...</p> </div> </div> <div class="card fill-white custom-item"> <div class="col"> <div class="image"> <img src="https://www.aph.org/app/uploads/2020/04/Chameleon-20-on-dark-table.jpg" alt="Chameleon 20-cell device on black surface"/> </div> <h3 class="h6 title"><a href="https://www.aph.org/product/chameleon-20/">Chameleon 20</a></h3> <p>Featuring Text-to-Speech, the Chameleon 20 is the perfect device for learning and reinforcing braille literacy skills. As a portable braille display with local apps, like an editor and library,...</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="layout cards medium" style="margin-bottom: 200px;"> <div class="content"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="intro style-1"> <div class="wrapper"> <h2 class="h2 title">Resources for Life</h2> <p class="summary">Find resources to empower yourself, your child, or your students in everyday life.</p> </div> </div> <div class="card-list"> <div class="card btn accessible-card clickable-card fill-black"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h4">APH Hive</h3> <p>Buzz over to our free eLearning platform for educators and families.</p> </div> <div class="buttons"> <a href="https://aphhive.org/#/home" target="_self" class="btn">APH Hive</a> </div> </div> <div class="card btn accessible-card clickable-card fill-black"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h4">APH Connect Center</h3> <p>Reliable, free information for all ages on multiple aspects of vision loss.</p> </div> <div class="buttons"> <a href="https://aphconnectcenter.org/" target="_self" class="btn">APH ConnectCenter</a> </div> </div> <div class="card btn accessible-card clickable-card fill-black"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h4">Accessible Textbooks</h3> <p>Unlock students’ educational potential with access to accessible textbooks.</p> </div> <div class="buttons"> <a href="https://www.aph.org/educational-resources/accessible-textbooks/" target="_self" class="btn">Accessible Textbooks</a> </div> </div> <div class="card btn accessible-card clickable-card fill-black"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h4">APH Press</h3> <p>Titles for professionals on a wide range of topics including education, O&M, aging, and more.</p> </div> <div class="buttons"> <a href="https://www.aph.org/aph-press/" target="_self" class="btn">APH Press</a> </div> </div> <div class="card btn accessible-card clickable-card fill-black"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h4">Louis</h3> <p>Explore the Louis Database of Accessible Materials to find materials from 75+ organizations across U.S. and Canada.</p> </div> <div class="buttons"> <a href="https://louis.aph.org/#/" target="_self" class="btn">Louis</a> </div> </div> <div class="card btn accessible-card clickable-card fill-black"> <div class="content"> <h3 class="h4">Outreach Services</h3> <p>Learn about our consultation and educational support for students, educators, and families.</p> </div> <div class="buttons"> <a href="https://www.aph.org/educational-resources/outreach/" target="_self" class="btn">Outreach Services</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section class="layout hero small align-left " style="margin-bottom: 200px;"> <div class="wrapper"> <div class="row"> <div class="col"> <h2>Give for good.</h2> <p>People of all ages who are blind or low vision benefit from APH’s extraordinary programs and innovative products. 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