The 4th January 2009 celebrates the 200th Anniversary of Louis Braille, the inventor of Braille. Over the centuries Braille has had an enormous effect on the lives of millions of people across 120 countries worldwide. It is not a language but a code by which all languages may be written and read. The ability to read and write in Braille opens the door to literacy, intellectual freedom, equal opportunity, and personal security. It is an extremely important gateway to opportunity for the UK's blind or partially sighted people, enabling them to be more independent.
Best selling author launched National Braille Week and announced a campaign on behalf of Royal Blind to raise £2 million in order to re-house one of the nation's leading Braille printing presses.
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