World Services for the Blind

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A Story of Success

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World Services for the Blind (WSB) is a comprehensive rehabilitation center for the adult blind and visually impaired located in Little Rock, Arkansas. Along with life skills, the center specializes in vocational training programs, enabling clients to work and live independently.

The WSB story is one of success, not only for the organization but also for the thousands of lives its impacted over the last seventy-five years.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

HISTORY

Federal legislation created an opportunity for blind employment, and WSB rose to meet the need.

By: Sharon Giovinazzo

HISTORY

1950s-1970s

From its small beginnings, WSB grew to become a national and international leader in blind rehabilitation.

By: Emily Summers

HISTORY

1980s-2020s

WSB faced a series of challenges and changes, including state government restructuring, a national recession, and a global pandemic. Despite these difficulties, WSB continued to grow its programs and empower its clients to work and live independently.

By: Katy Morris

ARCHITECTURE

HISTORY

Through access to jobs, technology, and community, WSB continues to grow its vision and mission.

By: James Caton

HISTORY

Timeline

Explore an interactive timeline of major events in WSB's history.