Accessibility issues for the blind: a religious setting

Apart from the difficulties one faces while pursuing a degree in college, individuals who are blind also experience discomfort and accessibility issues in places of worship. People tend to have the misconception that blind people cannot be independent, and do not recognize the value of accommodating the needs of these followers. Here’s an excerpt which describes few of the many challenges a blind person may encounter in a religious (Muslim) setting.

"Unfortunately, many Islamic centers are not disability friendly due to infrastructure, a lack of resources, such as visuals for individuals that may be hard of hearing or visually impaired, or the simple lack of awareness on how to treat and accommodate people with disabilities from an Islamic perspective."

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