We are a group of both sighted and visually impaired individuals that believe in the involvement and equal opportunities between various social groups. We work to establish an inclusive community for all by ensuring the inclusion of the visually impaired at all levels refusing all forms of isolation and discrimination.
The Association was established in Beirut in October 1988 and officially registered in May 1990 under the number AD/57.
Membership in YAB is open to blind and sighted individuals who believe in YAB's goals. The majority of YAB members should be blind.
YAB administrative board is elected once each two years. YAB board consists of four blind members including the president and four sighted members.
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Our Goals:
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Consecrating the rights of visually-impaired persons in
laws, along with the provision
of
the basic services that these rights entail.
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The inclusion of the visually-impaired persons in the
regular educational system, at both school and university level.
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The inclusion of the visually-impaired children in
family life.
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Provision of opportunities for
participation in cultural,
artistic, sporting and recreational
activities.
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The inclusion of the visually-impaired persons in the
labor market.
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Empowering the
visually-impaired woman to
engage in various fields.
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