The Journal of Blindness Innovation and Research (JBIR) is a multidisciplinary publication that presents primary research, scholarly reviews, reports of innovative information, and research related to the blind. JBIR strives to publish research and professional discourse that broadens and deepens our understanding of blindness and “best practices” for increasing the independence, self-respect, self-determination, and potential of individuals who are blind. Relevant topics may include but will not be limited to: the education and rehabilitation of the blind, innovations related to Braille and the use of Braille, techniques and tools for independent movement and travel by the blind, development of innovative technological approaches, quality of life issues, findings that can effect advocacy-related efforts, analysis of data sets providing descriptive information about the blind, and innovative practices in preparing professionals and paraprofessionals to work with the blind. JBIR is not a medical journal and will not publish information related to the medical aspects of blindness.