Includes educators, rehabilitators, administrators, orientation and mobility specialists, low vision therapists, parents, and houseparents of blind children; agencies, schools, and others interested in the education, guidance, vocational rehabilitation, or occupational placement of the blind and partially-sighted. Cooperates with colleges and universities in conferences and workshops. Presents awards, conducts certification programs, and maintains job exchange services. Works with state, provencial, and national governments on legislation affecting services to blind and visually impaired individuals.
Mission
AER’s mission is to serve and empower professionals to deliver standards-based practices to improve educational and rehabilitative outcomes for people with visual impairment and blindness.
Organizational membership
AER has six geographical districts and 13 typical divisions.
Programs
AER organizes professional conferences and seminars, publishes journals and other publications, provides professional development opportunities for vision professionals, and promotes legislative efforts for vision issues.
Meetings
International conferences in even-numbered years Webinars More than 25 annual chapter conferences
Publications
AER Report: Quarterly newsletter Insight: Research and Practice in Visual Impairment and Blindness: Quarterly peer-reviewed journal
Representative
Lou Tutt, Executive Director
Tel: 703–671–4500, ext. 205
Email: lou@aerbvi.org
Education programs
Low Vision