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BISM is dedicated to promoting awareness of the opportunities for and accomplishments of the blind and low vision community. Browse and share the news below and subscribe to our News and Updates.

Beyond Sight: A BISM Podcast

Our monthly podcast explores unique experiences, insights and visions with BISM leaders, program participants, and special guests.

Empowering Employment Through Work Readiness

In this episode of Beyond Sight, host Qualik Ford explores BISM’s Work Readiness Assessment Program (WRAP) and how it helps blind and low vision individuals prepare for long-term employment success.

Guests Kariza Goncalves and Matt Yannuzzi share how WRAP equips participants with essential workplace skills and supports their personal and professional growth.

Perspectives

A BISM blog sharing stories of resilience, advocacy, and inclusion from the blind community.

Mike’s Quarterly Letter – July 2025

Collage of blind and low vision youth participating in BISM summer programs, including group cane travel, outdoor activities, kitchen skills training, and group learning. The images show students of various ages engaging in fun, confidence-building experiences.

BISM’s Summer Youth Programs Empower Blind Students

The Faces of BISM

Join us in celebrating and learning about the many faces of BISM and their individual stories.

Sunny playing the piano at an event reception.

Laura “Sunny” Cefaratti: Perseverance, Independence, and the Power of Music

Ryan sitting back in a chair smiling at the camera. He is wearing a slate gray shirt and headphones around his neck.

Ryan’s Story: How BISM Helped Him Build Confidence and Skills for the Future

Press

BISM frequently makes news in the local press. Learn what we have been up to!

Publications

From newsletters to Annual Reports and Public Form 990s, we keep you informed.

About Blindness

Access resources for consideration when interacting with people in the blind community.

Support BISM!

BISM is dedicated to providing career and training resources to Blind and Low-vision individuals of all ages. We positively change people’s attitudes about blindness.

Latest Job Opportunities

Retail Supervisor – JBAB, DC

Retail

Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling DC

Operations Associate – Salisbury, MD

Manufacturing

Salisbury MD

Warehouse Supervisor – Andrews, MD

Shipping

Joint Base Andrews MD

Warehouse Associate/Delivery Driver – Fort Knox, KY

Delivery Driver – Baltimore, MD

Drivers

Baltimore MD

Reasons to Work for BISM

We offer a competitive salary based on education, experience, and other qualifications. BISM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, 403(b) with match, paid time off, and more!

Each year BISM provide programs and services that serve over 2,000 blind citizens. Additionally, BISM employs 480 exceptional Associates at our twelve facilities in Maryland, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Kentucky and North Carolina where we manufacture the highest quality products.

Blind Industries and Services of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at (410) 737-2600.

Blind Industries & Services of Maryland (BISM) is a Global Leader, recognized for providing stable career opportunities, innovative rehabilitation programs, and quality products, services, and resources for the blind and visually impaired community.

Blind Industries & Services of Maryland

3345 Washington Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21227
Phone: (410) 737-2600

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