June 2026
Contact: Jen Goulden, Chair
Braille Authority of North America
613-552-4191; chair@brailleauthority.org
New BrailleBits Podcast
In this 11th episode of BANA Braille Bits, hosted by BANA Chair, Jen Goulden, we highlight BANA's newest member organization, the Foundation for Blind Children located in Phoenix, Arizona. Our guest, Brian Voeller, Director of Accessible Learning Services, talks about the goals of FBC, highlights some of its braille on demand programs, and shares details of the braille resources FBC provides for the community.
The podcast is available immediately at BANA Braille Bits Podcasts or by searching for BANA Braille Bits with your favorite podcatcher.
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