There are earthworms, woodworms, and of course bookworms. But today, we at Braille200 would like to introduce you to a completely new species that has not yet been mentioned in any encyclopedia and is also extremely rare in nature. Biologists…
A resounding yes to Braille music notation!
Admittedly, Music Week is already a while behind us. But such a clear commitment to music notation deserves a place at Braille 200 at any time! A big thank you to Michael Kuhlmann, who impressively shows us how fundamentally this…
Amsterdam Day: Bala Krishnan
What we have for you today could be the first step on a little journey of discovery for some of you. Prof. Bala Krishnan works for a company in India that produces inexpensive but high-quality tactile books and maps. On…
Braille for Everyone
There simply can’t be enough tools to learn and spread Braille. I think we can all agree on that. This is exactly why the DBSV (German Federation of the blind and the Partially Sighted) now offers the ultimate learning booklet.…
A language of its own
Contracted Braille is an exciting phenomenon because it represents a separate level within the Braille system. Some languages do not have their own shorthand, while in others it has been established for many decades. In some cases, its rules are…
The Braillefinders in Action: Verbania
Summer may now be well and truly over, but the Braillefinders are still on the move. This time, they’re checking in with a Braille discovery from beautiful Verbania on Lake Maggiore, which we’re excited to share with you here. Streets,…
Laughing with God and Braille
It’s been a while since we last shared anecdotes about Braille here. So we figured it’s time to brighten your dreary Monday with a few fun stories. At Braille 200, Oleg Shevkun’s texts have definitely brought a smile to our…
The Art of Passing It On
Today, we’re returning to the World Blindness Summit with a truly remarkable presentation. One that explores what might just be the most important topic when it comes to Braille: How can Braille best be taught? Emily White has dedicated extensive…
Braille for eternity
Yesterday, it was already briefly mentioned in a speech of the WBU Summit. Today, we are dedicating an entire post to the topic. This is about an important cause that resonates with Braille users all around the world. So, have…
A Powerful Finale
This Friday, we present the last two speeches from the Braille panel at the World Blindness Union General Assembly—and they are truly remarkable! With powerful words and thought-provoking ideas, they impressively demonstrate how important Louis Braille’s invention was, is, and…