Breaking Down Barriers

Monarch RISE

Through Monarch RISE, 250 Monarchs will be distributed to employment and educational professionals and individuals seeking competitive integrated employment (CIE) across the United States. Over five years, APH will assess the impact of the Monarch in significantly enhancing access to achieving and maintaining CIE for individuals who are blind, low vision or DeafBlind.

The Power of Partnerships: Developing eBraille Together

A worldwide file standard cannot be created alone. By utilizing the expertise of other organizations and individuals in the blindness field, APH constructed eBraille for all to use.

The Dot Experience Cast: Mike May

Mike May is an exceptional access warrior with extensive experience and knowledge regarding accessible navigation technology and a love for skiing. Join us as we learn about Mike’s life, career, and passion for helping others navigate and enjoy life.

Leveling the Playing Field

Danielle Burton, APH’s Communications Accessibility Editor, has long hoped for a piece of access technology that levels the playing field for students who are DeafBlind, like herself. The Monarch is just what Danielle has been waiting for.

Learn More About Danielle's Monarch Experience.

Connect the Dots 2025

Embark on an adventure of discovery into the playful world of Connect the Dots—an educational series that turns the history and innovation of blindness and low vision into an exciting adventure for kids! We’re on a mission to make learning fun and inspire a world where everyone is welcome. While our building is under renovation, the PNC Foundation is helping us bring our knowledge into the community.

Learn More about Connect the Dots.

APH Hive: Professional Communities

Professional Communities was created to provide creditable and effective resources to people who assist individuals who are blind or have low vision. This user-friendly portal houses curated webinars, external courses, blogs, and much more. Looking for a place to connect? Join us at the APH Hive Discussion Boards to communicate with other parents and educators in the blindness and low vision field.

APH ConnectCenter

The APH ConnectCenter offers FREE curated advice and resources to assist children, parents, adults, and job seekers who are blind and low vision, and their associated professionals. Visit the APH ConnectCenter, or call our information & resource helpline at 800-232-5463.

Find us on the road.

APH is on the go! Check out the conferences, conventions, and other events we're attending this year on our conference hub!

APH celebrates change makers!

Listen along to our Change Makers podcast as we highlight the people, products, and resources making the biggest difference in our field.

What’s the best way to learn? Your way!

From free webinars and trainings, to professional development, virtual student instruction, and summer camp—our Educational Resources are designed for vision professionals, educators, parents, consumers, and students. There’s something for everyone!

National Prison Braille Network

Since 2001, APH has taken a lead role in developing this network to get much-needed quality braille textbooks to students who are blind in grades K–12. Learn more about how the NPBN is changing lives for the better.

APH Press

APH Press is the leading publisher in the field of blindness and visual impairment, supporting teachers, families, and other professionals by publishing informative, well-researched, and innovative texts which enable people of all abilities to maximize their potential and independence.

10-Line Braille Display

With 3840 pins, Monarch has one of the highest definition displays in braille history! Read up to ten lines of braille at one time.

Android Navigation Keys

Android users may recognize the three keys on the front edge of the Monarch. They serve as shortcuts for moving back one screen, the home screen, and recent apps.

Perkins-Style Keyboard

Braille directly on your Monarch with the eight-key Perkins-Style keyboard.

Infrared Sensor

The motion sensor at the top of your Monarch’s display screen enables point-and-click gestures as well as finger tracking on the visual braille output.

Battery Life

Monarch boasts a battery life of 24 hours from just 3 or 4 hours of charging time.

Visual Display

Monarch can connect to an external monitor via HDMI so teachers and peers of all abilities can join along.