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Anyone with a basic computer can record a talking book, according to Association of the Blind chief Wasana Klemmeak.
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Enjoy a read and do a good deed
Published on May 5, 2008
Volunteers invited to record talking books and help bring knowledge to the blind
By Nattawan Temngam Special to Daily Xpress There are as many as 600,000 blind people in this country. Most are poor, and very few enjoy the luxury of education. In fact, fewer than one in 10 gets the chance to improve themselves through education. Association of the Blind chief books producer Wasana Klemmeak says there are simply not enough talking books or books in Braille to go around. The association is always on the lookout for volunteers who can take the time to read to the unsighted. "Volunteers from society are like the voice of heaven voice to the blind," she says. Chupong Theewatsuwan, 30, is partially sighted and says books not only provide knowledge and entertainment, but help the blind associate with the world around them. Wasana says new technology means more blind people can have access to education and entertainment using the Plextalk software. "Any reader with a basic computer can use the programme. After they've finished, the book is recorded onto disc and made available to the blind." Call the association for information at (02) 246 3835 or visit it at tab.or.th.
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