On May 25, Mr. Alexis, President of the Paraguayan Federation of the Blind, visited our company and had the opportunity to see various assistive devices for people with visual impairments, including braille printers.
Mr. Alexis visited Japan as part of a JICA project, during which he participated in training sessions held in various parts of Japan on the implementation of laws prohibiting discrimination against persons with disabilities and the promotion of social welfare policies. His visit to our company was part of this program.
Regarding braille printers, Mr. Alexis explained:
“We currently have several braille printers, but unfortunately, all of them are out of order, which has caused considerable difficulties. In Paraguay, there are only a few schools for the blind, so most visually impaired students attend regular schools. However, there is a shortage of teachers specializing in visual impairment, making it difficult for both students and teachers to carry out the educational process effectively.”
He also spoke highly of our braille printers, which can print both braille and standard text simultaneously. This feature allows teachers who do not read braille to understand the printed content, making the printers an accessible and inclusive solution for educational settings. He expressed his hope that these printers could be introduced into schools to support inclusive education.
He also noted that braille displays enable users to access and read stored books and digital data anywhere, making them valuable tools for adults with visual impairments, including those in the workplace.
Looking ahead, Mr. Alexis expressed his intention to work with the Embassy of Japan and other relevant organizations to explore possibilities for applying for Official Development Assistance (ODA) and other forms of support, with the aim of further promoting social welfare and improving the lives of people with visual impairments in Paraguay.