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When was Braille Without Borders founded?
When was Braille Without Borders founded?
- 2010
- 1998 (correct)
- 2005
- 1995
Where was Braille Without Borders first founded?
Where was Braille Without Borders first founded?
- India
- Thailand
- Tibet (correct)
- Kenya
Who did BWB hand over the entire project to in the summer of 2017?
Who did BWB hand over the entire project to in the summer of 2017?
- Tibetan Government
- Tibetan Red Cross
- Tibetan Monastery
- Tibet Disabled Persons Federation (correct)
What is the main aim of Braille Without Borders?
What is the main aim of Braille Without Borders?
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How many people, according to WHO statistics, live with a disabling visual impairment?
How many people, according to WHO statistics, live with a disabling visual impairment?
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Braille Without Borders Foundation
- Founded in 1997 to promote education and empowerment for visually impaired individuals.
- Initially established in Tibet, specifically to serve the needs of the local blind community.
Project Transition
- In the summer of 2017, Braille Without Borders handed over the entire project to a local organization to ensure continued support and sustainability.
Main Aim
- The primary goal of Braille Without Borders is to provide educational resources and training for visually impaired individuals, fostering independence and integration into society.
Visual Impairment Statistics
- According to World Health Organization (WHO) statistics, approximately 285 million people worldwide live with a disabling visual impairment.
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