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January 27, 2025 52 mins

In this episode of Breaking Barriers, host Qualik Ford dives into the transformative impact of the CORE Residential Program for Adults offered by Blind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM). Joined by two inspiring students, Dirk and Kiara, as well as BISM Board Member Sue Schaffer, the conversation highlights the program’s life-changing curriculum, which includes Braille, cane travel, career seminars, and more.

Hear personal stories of empowerment, from Kiara rediscovering her love for writing through Braille to Sue’s journey as a blind leader advocating for change. This episode is a celebration of resilience, advocacy, and the boundless potential of the blind and low vision community.

 

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