ATRIEV offers better work opportunities for the blind
© Philippine Star, Manila — Going beyond what society dictates, a group of blind computer enthusiasts put up Adaptive Technology for Rehabilitation, Integration and Empowerment of the Visually Impaired (ATRIEV) back in 1994. This admittedly ambitious undertaking strived to come up with innovative ways to help visually impaired people find better work opportunities. As the only school in the Philippines which specializes in computer access and information technology, ATRIEV makes use of adaptive technology so that blind and sight impaired individuals will have the chance to apply for mainstream employment, like call center positions…. READ ARTICLE