Mission

FORCE's mission is to make the world of print accessible to those who are blind or partially sighted. To this aim, FORCE provides expertise and hands-on training for institutions in developing countries that are responsible for the production and/or distribution of information in alternative format materials. Project activities include:

• Planning, financing and setting up Braille and talking books production facilities as well as general services (e.g. special reading rooms) for print-handicapped readers

• organising workshops on Braille production, tactile graphics, digital audio, radio, Music Braille etc. 

• organising (inter)national conferences to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and to encourage the development of cross-national networks of institutions producing or providing alternative format materials

Continuity and sustainability

The aim is to help our partner institutions and their blind and visually impaired clients to help themselves. FORCE sends no money but tailors its support to local conditions and the needs of the users. Through direct and personal intervention and long-term partnerships with the respective organisations, FORCE can ensure continuity and sustainability.