Nonprofit

IRIS - Iowa Radio Reading Information Service for the Blind

Des Moines, IA
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IowaRadioReading.org

  • About Us

    IRIS delivers equal access to information for over 11,000 Iowans who struggle with print information because of blindness, visual or physical impairment or learning barrier.

    Over 500 volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers and other publications aloud on our statewide audio signal. Listeners hear IRIS on custom IRIS radios, smart phones and smart speakers. live web streams and podcasts.

    Our Audio Description team calls a play-by-play of the visual elements of theatrical performances, concerts and community events throughout Iowa.

    IRIS delivers equal access to information for over 11,000 Iowans who struggle with print information because of blindness, visual or physical impairment or learning barrier.

    Over 500 volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers and other publications aloud on our statewide audio signal. Listeners hear IRIS on custom IRIS radios, smart phones and smart speakers. live web streams and podcasts.

    Our Audio Description team calls a play-by-play of the visual elements of theatrical performances, concerts and community events throughout Iowa.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Civic Engagement
    • Communications Access
    • Disability
    • Media
    • Seniors & Retirement

    Location & Contact

    Illustration

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