Overview
- Act: Kenya Institute for the Blind Act (Cap. 256 of the Laws of Kenya).
- Formed: 1970
- CEO: Anne Mwanthi
The Kenya Institute for the Blind (KIB) was established in 1970 under the Kenya Institute for the Blind Act (Cap. 256 of the Laws of Kenya). It serves as a specialized institution offering education and training for individuals with visual impairments. The Institute’s mandate includes providing a comprehensive curriculum for the blind, training specialized teachers, and promoting the inclusion of visually impaired individuals in society. KIB also focuses on advocacy, research, and the development of resources aimed at enhancing the quality of life and education for people with visual disabilities across Kenya.
CEO: Anne Mwanthi
Ms. Anne Mwanthi is the Principal of the Kenya Institute for the Blind (KIB). She leads
the institution’s initiatives focused on providing specialized education and services to visually impaired individuals in Kenya. Ms. Mwanthi is committed to promoting inclusive
education and improving the lives of people with visual impairments.
Functions
- Education for the Visually Impaired: The institute provides specialized education to children with visual impairments, ensuring they receive the necessary support and training to excel academically.
- Teacher Training: KIB trains teachers in methods and strategies tailored to educating blind and visually impaired students, equipping them with the skills needed to provide inclusive education.
- Curriculum Development: The institute develops specialized curricula for visually impaired students, including materials in Braille, large print, and audio formats.
- Research: KIB conducts research in the field of special education to improve teaching methodologies, resources, and the overall learning experience for visually impaired students.
- Advocacy for Rights and Welfare: The institute advocates for the rights and welfare of visually impaired individuals by working with policymakers to ensure access to education, employment, and public services.
- Development of Educational Resources: KIB develops educational materials in accessible formats, such as Braille books, audio texts, and tactile graphics, to support students with visual impairments in their learning process.
- Promotion of Inclusion: KIB encourages the inclusion of visually impaired students in regular schools and the community, ensuring that they have equal opportunities to participate in all aspects of society.
- Assistive Technology: The institute introduces and promotes the use of assistive devices and technologies, such as Braille machines, screen readers, and other tools to aid visually impaired students in their academic work.
- Community Awareness: KIB runs programs to raise awareness about visual impairments and the capabilities of visually impaired individuals, working to reduce societal stigma and promote inclusion.
- Collaboration with Stakeholders: The institute collaborates with government bodies, non-governmental organizations, and other institutions to enhance the quality of services, education, and support provided to the visually impaired community.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- Kenya Institute for the Blind
- Opp Kogo Plaza building, Off Mai Mahiu Road
- P.O Box 31082 – 00600, Nairobi – Kenya
- kblind@keib.or.ke
- +254 (0)717 504908 |(0) 20 600 5712 |(0) 20 600 4399 | (0) 20 600 5668