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<h2><b>Research Participation Request: The Lived Experiences of Visually
Impaired Professionals (VIPs)</b></h2> <br><br>
The below research participant solicitation is being provided for
informational purposes only. The National Federation of the Blind has no
involvement in this research, but we believe that it may contribute to
our research mission.<br><br>
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<h2><b>Research Title: The Lived Experiences of Visually Impaired
Professionals (VIPs)</b></h2>Being conducted by: Walden
University<br><br>
<h2><b>Purpose of the Study</b></h2>To gain an understanding of the
challenges and successes VIPs encounter in their workplace experiences.
To use this empirical evidence to inform employers and policy decisions
to increase inclusivity and equity for visually impaired
workers.<br><br>
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Role of the Participants and Anticipated Length of the Study
</b></h2>This is a narrative inquiry, phenomenological, qualitative
study. Semi-structured questions will be used to interview participants
via Zoom or telephone for approximately 90 minutes and is designed to
accommodate diverse access needs. A demographic questionnaire will
be used for general demographic data.<br><br>
<h2><b>Proposed Participant Compensation</b></h2>No, participants are
informed that they may pause, reschedule, or complete the interview in
segments if needed. Participants are acknowledged meaningfully through
personalized thank-you letters, inclusion in the final report, and access
to study findings. <br><br>
<h2><b>Link or Instructions for Participants to Enter the Study
</b></h2><a href="mailto:Robert.hoyt@waldenuniversity.edu">
Robert.hoyt@waldenuniversity.edu</a> <br><br>
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Contact the following individual with any questions </b></h2>Robert
Hoyt<br><br>
5708996209<br><br>
robert.hoyt@waldenu.edu<br><br>
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