The Audio Description Project and the DCMP have announced the winners of the 2011 Audio Description Awards and the Young Described Film Critic Contest. Congratulations to:
* Audio Description Awards: Harry A. Jessell, Mimi Smith, Rebecca McGinnis, Joshua A. Miele, and Dr. Barry Cronin
* Film Critic Awards: Chante Richardson, Kimberly Kim, and Rebecca Baumgarten
Read all the details in the July 20th Press Release.
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Project Endeavor provides qualified individuals with access to high-speed Internet. In addition, their Video Library is
a great resource for families and schools, providing informative videos in sign language, captions, and voice in categories including: Technology, Employment, Advocacy, Finance, and Wellness.
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Horizons for the Blind has launched directionsforme. Information that is on consumer packages or labels is provided in a simple online format for anyone who has trouble reading the small print. Included are preparation or cooking directions, nutrition facts, ingredients, allergy warnings, and more for many common grocery, health, beauty, and general merchandise products. The site was designed to be completely accessible with text-to-speech screen readers, magnifiers, braille displays, and Web-enabled cell phones. All information is presented in a uniform, easy-to-use format, eliminating features that hinder accessibility.
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