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We believe that every Blind + Vision Impaired person Deserves the right to freely & easily access a computer!
We create the software which makes that possible
The Facts
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Millions of People
There are 285 million blind & vision impaired people in the world. They all have amazing gifts to contribute to society, but they need the right tools to realise their dreams.
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Technology Is The Key
Technology opens up so many doors. But for those of us without sight, computers don’t work straight out of the box. Software called a “screen reader” is needed to translate visual information verbally, so we can make sense of what is on screen.
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The Issue
Unfortunately many screen readers cost thousands of dollars — often more than the computer itself. This holds millions of people back from affording to use a computer and discovering their potential.
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A Free Solution
We have spent over 15 years developing the global solution: a free, high quality screen reader, accessible to all! NVDA: Non-Visual Desktop Access. We have already enabled 200,000+ people to gain freedom, education and employment!
How to get involved
Hi, We’re Mick & Jamie
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Our Manifesto
- Access to technology no matter your language, location or financial situation
- Quality over growth, access over profit
- Software by the blind, for the blind
- Ensuring innovation + preventing stagnation through competition
- Uncompromising Quality Software
- Serving minorities, not just the majority consumer
What our USERS SAY
“I am so thankful for the creation of NVDA. It has really changed my life. With NVDA, I do not have to worry about spending tons of extra money on third party software to use a computer. I can purchase any new computer that I want, and I can use it for the same cost as a sighted person.”
– Reina Brown, United States
Social Media
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