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SUMMARY:From Cincinnati to the World: Revolutionary 3D Learning for the Blind
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that a 3D printer in North College Hill is changing the way students learn in East Africa? \n\nJoin us for an inspiring evening at the Cincinnati Art Museum to discover how the Clovernook Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired is leading a global movement in accessible education. \nWhat started as a local initiative in Cincinnati has evolved into a worldwide network of innovation. Clovernook is now placing 3D printers and custom-designed model kits in classrooms across Kenya\, Ghana\, South Africa\, and Vietnam\, ensuring that blind and visually impaired (BVI) students have the tactile tools they need to succeed. \nWhy Attend? \n\nSee Innovation in Action: Learn how 3D-printed models of regional monuments and geographies are helping students in Kenya connect with their own culture and landscape.\nGlobal Insight: Meet Dominic Kiamba\, a Kenyan-based expert with 20 years of experience\, and learn how international partnerships are creating sustainable educational solutions.\nLocal Impact\, Global Reach: Discover why Cincinnati is a global hub for tactile literacy and how our region is exporting “accessible innovation” to the world.\n\nThis event highlights a core pillar of the World Affairs Council – Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky: the power of citizen diplomacy. By bridging our local expertise with international needs\, we strengthen our region’s identity as a leader in global cooperation and development. \nRegister Now to Secure Your Spot! \nFeatured Speakers: \nSamuel Foulkes\, Director of Braille Production & Accessible Innovation\, Clovernook Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired: A recipient of a 2025 Kennedy Center Award for their work in cultural accessibility and a board member of the World Affairs Council\, Samuel holds six patents for accessible products. He leads Clovernook’s Tactile Literacy program\, which empowers organizations globally through technology and training. \nDominic Kiamba\, Program Coordinator\, Clovernook Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (Nairobi): With over 20 years of experience as a disability inclusion expert\, Mr. Kiamba is a leader in advancing Braille literacy across Africa. He works on the ground in Kenya to implement cost-effective\, high-tech solutions that foster independence and education for BVI learners. \nAbout Clovernook Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired: \nSince 1903\, Clovernook Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired has been providing life-enriching opportunities and empowering people who are blind or visually impaired to be self-sufficient and full participants in their communities. Clovernook Center’s Braille Printing House is the largest volume printer of braille in the world. Clovernook prints books\, magazines and other materials for the National Library Services and braille patrons worldwide. Additionally\, Clovernook provides Pediatric Low Vision Clinics\, adaptive sports and social activities\, as well as employment opportunities for individuals who are blind and visually impaired. For more information\, visit www.clovernook.org.
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/from-cincinnati-to-the-world-revolutionary-3d-learning-for-the-blind/
LOCATION:Cincinnati Art Museum\, 953 Eden Park Drive\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Local
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