A career planning and employment resource for people who are blind or partially sighted

Our aspirations are limited only by our imaginations

Your career is waiting for you

Aspire to the career you were meant to achieve

"One can never consent to creep when one feels an impulse to soar."

- Helen Keller

Project Aspiro is a comprehensive career planning and employment resource for individuals who are blind or partially sighted.

You’ll find everything you need to achieve your career goals including career planning advice, information about education, profiles of people enjoying meaningful careers, and much more.

There’s also a range of valuable information for friends and family, service providers, and employers.

Success Stories

Meet individuals who are enjoying success in a wide range of careers.

Visit the Success Stories section

  • Planning your Career

    Planning your career is a lifelong process. Learn about the skills you’ll need to live independently, educate yourself, prepare for work, and for working life. You’ll find tip sheets, FAQs, links, and more.

    Visit the Career Planning section
  • Service Providers

    Career-related information and resources for teachers, guidance counselors, employment specialists and any other professionals working with individuals who are blind or partially sighted.

    Visit the Service Providers section
  • Friends and Family

    Learning about work and career roles starts at birth and continues through adulthood. This section describes how you can support friends or relatives in their career planning and employment efforts.

    Visit the Friends and Family section
  • Employers

    For employers who are considering hiring someone who is blind or partially sighted or already employ someone who is losing vision. Learn how capable and productive these individuals can be.

    Visit the Employers section