Talking Book Services News
South Carolina State Library receives 2018 Hayes Award
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The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) has awarded the 2018 Maureen Hayes Author/Illustrator Visit Award to the South Carolina State Library, Columbia, South Carolina.
Register today for InSights into Blindness: A Celebration of Blindness Awareness Month
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The State Library’s Talking Book Services is hosting an informational workshop on Tuesday October 3, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for library staff, educators, and others who work with individuals who are blind or low vision. Participants will learn ways to accommodate patrons or students as well as agencies to contact when they encounter someone in need of services.
Learn More about the #HireMeSC Social Media Campaign
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The South Carolina Employment First Initiative is thrilled to announce the launch of its social media campaign, #HireMeSC.
Talking Book Services Student Artwork On Display
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The South Carolina State Library prides itself on creating programs designed to help underserved populations across the state. And, during the months of April and May, 2017, the SCSL offered a fine arts creative outlet for the blind and visually impaired.
SC Vocational Rehabilitation Announces Journalism Contest
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The winner of the 2017 Journalism Contest #InclusionWorks receives a four-year scholarship to the South Carolina state-supported institution of his or her choice provided, of course, that the winner is otherwise qualified.
Survey: Hurricane Matthew Survivors with Disabilities
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Are you a survivor of Hurricane Matthew with a disability living in South Carolina? If so, The University of South Carolina needs your input regarding your experiences during the Hurricane Matthew and the subsequent flooding.
2016 SC Assistive Technology Expo to be held March 3
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FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC NO PRE-REGISTRATION NECESSARY
NLS supports those with visual and physical disabilities
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Observed every year on October 15, Blind Americans Equality Day is an opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of people who are blind or have low vision, while renewing a national commitment to providing all citizens who have disabilities with the opportunity to
SC State Library Talking Book Services named Employer of the Year
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Talking Book Services was presented with the Employer of the Year award on August 22, 2015 at the National Federation of the Blind state convention. This award was given “in appreciation of [their] outstanding record of providing meaningful employment opportunities for blind South Carolinians.”