Touch more.
Feel more.
See with your heart.
Celebrating ability, advancing inclusion, and sharing the exceptional craftsmanship of our community.
WHO WE ARE
More than what the eye can see.
The Barbados Association for the Blind is a community grounded in opportunity, creativity and connection.
Our work and the stories of our members challenge assumptions about blindness and celebrate meaningful participation in Barbadian life. The makers featured here carry forward traditions of careful handcraft and skill.
Read our storyCRAFT WITH PURPOSE
Made by hand.
Rooted in Barbados.
Explore the textures, materials and dedication behind our cane-work, woven furniture and handmade accessories.
ADVOCACY & AWARENESS
Independence deserves to be seen.
Awareness starts with listening. Our community imagery captures moments of connection and advocacy around mobility, confidence and respectful treatment of white-cane users.
Learn about accessibility“A white cane is a tool for independence. Respect the person using it.”
Learn how to be a better allyFROM THE WORKSHOP
A closer look at the making.
Every woven detail reflects focus, patience and knowledge passed on through practice.
THE LAST STRAW PROJECT
Honouring the art of making.
Explore our collection of workshop photography and short videos highlighting the techniques, materials and finished pieces.
Experience the workshopA FASHION & AWARENESS COLLABORATION
The Last Straw Project.
Where the intricate craft of cane weaving meets contemporary fashion.
Explore the Marcus Alexander Fashion Project collaboration and its woven bags—an initiative separate from the Blind Workshop’s traditional services.
Explore the fashion project →
LET’S BUILD A MORE INCLUSIVE BARBADOS
Be part of what comes next.
Whether you want to learn, collaborate, commission a piece or support the community, we would love to hear from you.