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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<h2 style="margin-top:20.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">Invitation to participate in a study of Blind and Low-Vision individuals with an interest in web/interactive design<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">Hello there,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">My name is Adam Rallo and I am a professional design and design educator, working on my Masters in Inclusive Design at OCAD. I would like to invite you to participate in a research study for
 Blind and Low-Vision individuals with an interest in web/interactive design.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">The purpose of this study is to identify the unique barriers and difficulties that blind or low-vision individuals face when pursuing education and work in the field of web/interactive design.
 The ultimate goal of this research is to help build towards a future where more blind and low-vision individuals are able to obtain and maintain gainful employment within the web/interactive design industry.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">I’m looking for participants to interview who meet one of the following three criteria:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span lang="EN-CA"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">1.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">   
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-CA">Blind or low-vision individuals with an interest in pursuing an education, training, or work as a professional web/interactive designer.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span lang="EN-CA"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">2.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">   
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-CA">Blind or low-vision Individuals who are currently pursuing an education or training to become a professional web/interactive designer.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="OrderedList" style="mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:26.0pt;text-indent:-14.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<![if !supportLists]><span lang="EN-CA"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">3.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">   
</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="EN-CA">Blind or low-vision individuals who are currently working as a professional web/interactive designer.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">As a participant, you will be asked to take part in a private interview with the researcher. Participation will take approximately one to two hours of your time.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">The main benefit of participating in this research is to help accurately identify barriers that blind and low-vision individuals may face in pursuing their interest in web/interactive design.
 The Researcher's intended focus is to help reduce these barriers, and increase professional design opportunities for blind and low-vision individuals.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">There also may be risks associated with participation. The Researcher may ask questions to identify relevant barriers or obstacles that you have experienced in life. Recalling these experiences
 may cause emotional or psychological distress. You can choose not to answer any question at any time. Furthermore, you can indicate any subjects or themes that you do not wish to be asked about, and the Researcher will abide by this request.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">If you are interested in participating in this research with me, or if you simply wish to find out more, please email me, the Principal Investigator at:
<a href="mailto:adam.antoszek-rallo@student.ocadu.ca"><span class="Link">adam.antoszek-rallo@student.ocadu.ca</span></a> or the Faculty Supervisor Richard Hunt, using the contact information provided below. I am happy to answer your questions over the phone,
 via video chat, over email, or any way that suits you, just let me know what you prefer. If you know anyone who may be interested in participating in this study, please don’t hesitate to forward this invitation along.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">This study has been reviewed and received ethics clearance through the Research Ethics Board at OCAD University, REB approval #2021-37. If you have any comments or concerns, please contact the
 Research Ethics Office through <a href="mailto:research@ocadu.ca"><span class="Link">research@ocadu.ca</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">cheers,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><span lang="EN-CA">-Adam<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><strong><span lang="EN-CA">Principal Investigator:
</span></strong><span lang="EN-CA"><br>
Adam Rallo RGD, Student<br>
Inclusive Design<br>
OCAD University<br>
<a href="tel:647-997-0697"><span class="Link">647-997-0697</span></a> • <a href="mailto:adam.antoszek-rallo@student.ocadu.ca">
<span class="Link">adam.antoszek-rallo@student.ocadu.ca</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="Paragraph" style="margin-top:12.0pt"><strong><span lang="EN-CA">Faculty Supervisor:</span></strong><span lang="EN-CA"><br>
Richard Hunt, Associate Professor<br>
Faculty of Design<br>
OCAD University<br>
<a href="tel:416-599-5011"><span class="Link">416-599-5011</span></a> • <a href="mailto:rhunt@faculty.ocadu.ca">
<span class="Link">rhunt@faculty.ocadu.ca</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Lou Ann Blake, J.D.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Director of Research Programs, Blindness Initiatives<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">(410) 659-9314, extension 2221 |
<a href="mailto:lblake@nfb.org">lblake@nfb.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.
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