Heard & Empowered Podcast:
Presented by the National
Industries for the Blind (NIB).

Heard & Empowered Podcast:
Where the people who are
Blind or Low Vision find job
inspiration, career opportunities,
and a path to success.

Heard & Empowered: The podcast where people who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired find job inspiration, career opportunities, and a path to success.

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Listen now and unlock a world of opportunities with a podcast that shares job and career insights, inspiration, and insider tips specifically tailored for people who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired. Discover the untold stories, limitless career paths, and soul-stirring journeys of the people leading or working for National Industries for the Blind and its network of associated nonprofit agencies all across the United States.

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What is Heard & Empowered?

Heard & Empowered is a groundbreaking podcast, presented by National Industries for the Blind (NIB), that serves as a beacon of opportunity and inspiration. This show is the place where:

• your potential is nurtured,
• your unique abilities are celebrated, and
• your desire to find a fulfilling job is encouraged.

Here, you’ll find a wealth of resources, stories, and actionable information designed to empower you in your career journey.

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Key Features

In-Depth Interviews: Gain exclusive insights from executives at NIB and NSITE (NIB’s talent management enterprise), nonprofit agency leaders, and employees who have walked the path you’re exploring.

Resource Hub: From career guides to accessibility tools, find everything you need to navigate your career successfully.

Inspiration & Support: Discover a group of like-minded individuals who are committed to breaking barriers and empowering people who are blind to build meaningful careers.

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This podcast is for you if…

You are blind, low vision, or visually impaired and searching for inspiration, practical career advice, or a platform to share your own story.
You want to champion employment growth for people who are blind.
You’re a family member or friend of someone who is blind, low vision, or visually impaired and want to understand how to support their professional aspirations.
You’re an employer or human resources professional seeking to create a workplace that values talent in all its forms.
You’re a sighted individual who wants to become an ally, learn about the experiences of people who are blind, and support accessibility in every sector.
You’re an educator or a vocational trainer looking for insights into how to better prepare students who are blind for the professional world.

You are a policymaker or influencer looking to understand and act upon the challenges and opportunities facing people who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired.
You’re an innovator and are interested in how you can drive accessibility and empower people who are blind.

Bottom line, this podcast is for you if…

You believe that blindness is not a barrier to employment and you want to be part of our mission to enhance the personal and economic independence of people who are blind, primarily through creating, sustaining, and improving employment.

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Hit subscribe or follow wherever you listen to Heard & Empowered, and become a change-maker who champions the Blind and Low Vision community. Elevate your career, enrich your life.

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