How to Behave With Blind People: A Guide To Supportive Behavior

Mohammad Zaripour

aug 2023. · Library and Archives Canada

O ovoj e-knjizi

Communication is the key to a successful relationship with family, friends, spouses, and especially amongst those living with vision loss. This book will help you to see the world from the perspective of blind people. The topics covered range from how to interact with a blind person to personal interviews with people living with sight loss. These personal accounts provide a unique perspective on the world of vision loss. While the book’s content may not be a complete novelty for you. It’s intended to assist sighted people in understanding the world blind people live in everyday and to show those living with sight loss that they aren’t alone in their struggles. This book is a tool for both sighted and those living with sight loss. Use to learn and teach others about the complexities of vision loss. 

O autoru

Mohammad Zaripour holds the distinction of being the world’s first author to compose an exhaustive guideline on how to interact with blind individuals. His book, “How to Behave with Blind People: A Guide to Supportive Behavior,” not only serves as a practical manual but also illuminates the nuances of interaction that many overlook, fostering understanding and inclusivity for the blind community. With a degree in System and Computer Engineering from Carleton University in Ottawa, Mohammad has harnessed his technical acumen to become a pivotal figure at CNIB. His commitment to leveraging technology for empowerment is evident in roles such as an outreach intern, business consultant, and apprentice in SmartLife Technology Programs. His expertise is further solidified by an array of professional certifications, including Google Digital Marketing, PMP, PMI-ACP, PSM, EIT, specialized certifications in ZoomText and JAWS from the Freedom Scientific Organization, and the NVDA Expert Certification. In academia, Mohammad’s published articles on Google Scholar delve into topics such as customer satisfaction, risk management in industrial projects, and the impacts of privatization on firm performance and export development. His vision sees technology as a catalyst for creating equal opportunities, making him a beacon in the fields of vision loss and disabilities.

For more information, you can visit Mohammad Zaripour’s website: www.mohammadzaripour.ca