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Bricks for the Blind Empowers Visually Impaired Builders

4/6/2026

Summary

Story summary

Matthew Shifrin, founder of Bricks for the Blind, has transformed Lego building for visually impaired individuals.
The nonprofit has created more than 540 accessible instructions for Lego sets, enabling blind builders to construct independently.
Users can print instructions in braille or access them with screen readers.
Feedback from blind builders shows increased independence and family connection, with Perkins School for the Blind’s Teri Turgeon noting the benefits.

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Story summary

Matthew Shifrin, founder of Bricks for the Blind, has transformed Lego building for visually impaired individuals.
The nonprofit has created more than 540 accessible instructions for Lego sets, enabling blind builders to construct independently.
Users can print instructions in braille or access them with screen readers.
Feedback from blind builders shows increased independence and family connection, with Perkins School for the Blind’s Teri Turgeon noting the benefits.