Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (@blindcanadians.bsky.social)

When meeting someone who's blind or partially sighted, your intentions matter! Here are simple ways to make sure your good intentions come across without being awkward. wix.to/oG3qVmF #Respect #Inclusion #Accessibility #BlindnessAwarenessMonth ALT TEXT: Two friends smiling at each other

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How to Interact Respectfully with a Blind Person (Without Being Awkward) Most people mean well — they just don’t always know how to help. When meeting someone who’s blind or is partially sighted, the fear of saying or doing the wrong thing can make interactions tense or awkward. The truth? It doesn’t have to be complicated.Respect and good manners go a long way. Here are a few simple ways to make sure your good intentions come across the right way. 1. Speak Normally — Not Louder or SlowerBlindness doesn’t affect hearing. You don’t need to raise your voice or exaggera https://wix.to/oG3qVmF