Our Services
The Kenya Institute for the Blind provides a wide range of accessibility, rehabilitation, educational, and assistive technology services designed to empower learners and persons with visual impairment across Kenya.
Explore Our Services
Our services span educational material production, rehabilitation, assistive technologies, public information, and institutional support — all designed to support inclusion, accessibility, and independent living.
Educational Resources Department
Leads the production of Braille, tactile and accessible learning materials for learners with visual impairment across Kenya.
Braille Transcription
Transcription of textbooks, examinations and learning materials into Braille.
Accessible Digital Content
Conversion of materials into DAISY, accessible PDF, audio and screen-reader friendly formats.
Tactile Graphics & 3D Models
Creation of tactile diagrams, maps, science plates and 3D educational models.
Assistive Devices Support
Provision, guidance and support on Braille and low-vision devices used for learning.
Braille Equipment Repairs
Repair, servicing and maintenance of Braille machines nationwide.
Binding & Tactile Labelling
Binding, embossing and tactile labelling for accessible documents and resources.
Training, Rehabilitation & Placement
Provides rehabilitation, skills training and placement support to empower persons with visual impairment for independent living and meaningful participation in society.
Braille Literacy Training
Structured training on contracted and uncontracted Braille for learners and adults.
Orientation & Mobility Training
Training on safe travel, navigation and use of mobility aids.
Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
Training in personal care, household tasks and independent living skills.
Adapted ICT Training
Training on screen readers, magnification software and accessible ICT tools.
Rehabilitation & Psychosocial Support
Counselling, adjustment-to-blindness and empowerment programmes.
Placement Support
Preparation and support for employment, entrepreneurship and workplace inclusion.
Public Information Services
Offers library, information and ICT services that connect persons with visual impairment to knowledge, culture and digital opportunities.
Braille Library Services
Loans and access to Braille books, magazines and educational materials.
Reading Stations
Stations equipped with screen readers, magnifiers and accessible ICT.
Cyber Café for the Blind
Accessible internet services with trained support staff.
Heritage & Experience Centre
Interactive exhibitions on accessibility, history and innovation.
Public Outreach & Exhibitions
Workshops, awareness campaigns and national exhibitions.
Online Library Registration
Accessible sign-up for Braille library users nationwide.
Policy, Outreach & Coordination
Drives educational research, outreach, stakeholder coordination and policy engagement on visual impairment and inclusive education.
Educational Research
Research on learning needs, accessibility and inclusive policies.
Thematic Workshops
Training stakeholders on curriculum, disability inclusion and best practices.
Partnerships & Collaborations
Working with government, NGOs, CBOs, schools and global partners.
Outreach Programs
Nationwide support for institutions serving learners with visual impairment.
Join Us in Empowering Learners with Visual Impairment
Together, we can advance accessible education, create inclusive learning environments, and support independence for persons with visual impairment across Kenya.