Victor’s Inspiring Story of Success

“The American Dream is real!  Moving to the United States has given me better economy (income), which enabled me to buy a house, raise a family and put my two daughters through college,” said Victor Ramos, Material Handler, Distribution Services Unit. Victor clearly remembers  the day he was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)…  “my first … Read more

AIB Champions an Inclusive Workplace

At AIB, our mission is to inspire individuals who are blind to achieve their maximum potential through meaningful employment. In line with this mission, we are proud to celebrate the growth of our team. In the past four years, 37 AIB team members have advanced into roles with increased pay and responsibility, underscoring our commitment … Read more

AIB Goes to Washington

Four people dressed professionally posing in a Congressional office.

President/CEO Chris Lafollette, Vice President Larry Mann and Public Policy Manager David Steinmetz traveled to Washington DC to meet with elected officials and Staff to advocate for Arizonians who are blind working in the AbilityOne program. The team discussed how important “informed choice” is for clients in the VR program, creating new careers for people … Read more

News Release – Partnership Between AIB and Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), Bureau of Nutrition and Physical Activity (BNPA) Will Create and Sustain Careers for Arizonans Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) has shipped more than 5,000 multivitamins with folic acid to people in Arizona in less than four weeks, clearing a year long backlog. The partnership between AIB and Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), Bureau of Nutrition and Physical Activity (BNPA) create and sustain careers for … Read more

New Career Opportunities for People Who Are Blind

Phoenix, Ariz.- Arizona Industries for the Blind (AIB) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Beyond Clothing that will create new career opportunities for Arizonians who are blind or visually impaired.  Click to read the full Media Release.