“Belong. Connect. Thrive.”
Stay connected with our organization by becoming a member or a friend of ACB. Membership in ACB gives you tools, community, and a voice.
Membership benefits include:
- ACB members only discounts and offers
- Access to a dynamic and passionate membership who are an engaged community and offer expertise in a variety of blindness related areas
- Publications – Get first access to ACB’s flagship publications, including the Braille Forum, Dots and Dashes newsletter, and the Washington Connection.
- ACB Community – Join hundreds of virtual events every month on everything from technology to health and wellness, hobbies, peer support, and more.
- ACB Media – Explore more than 40 podcasts and 10 live streams that keep you connected, informed, and entertained.
- Events – Voting rights and access to early registration and discounts for major ACB events, including the National Convention and Leadership Conference.
- Advocacy – Be the first to know about ACB's advocacy efforts and take part in advocacy campaigns to help advance key legislation impacting people who are blind or have low vision.
- Audio Description Project – Gain access to the world’s largest database of audio-described titles, plus training and resources that support the growth of accessible media.
- Governance – Participate in ACB governance by voting, holding elected office, and serving on national committees.
- Peer Connections – Build connections, share experiences, and find local resources through ACB’s state and special interest affiliates.
- Membership Discounts – Bookshare, Dot, Convention registrations, and more.
How to become an ACB member
Membership in one of ACB’s state or special interest affiliates automatically makes you a member of the American Council of the Blind.
To learn about a state affiliate near you and join their affiliate:
Become a State Affiliate Member
To learn about a special-interest affiliate and join their affiliate:
Become a Special Interest Affiliate Member
If you are not joining a state or special interest affiliate, you can become a member at large, by clicking on the button below:
Become a Member at Large
-If you need assistance with joining, please call our Minnesota office at 612-332-3242 or email community@acb.org.
Become a Friend of ACB
Want to stay tuned to all things ACB but not ready to become a full member? Join us as a Friend of ACB at no charge! Friends of ACB:
- Receive electronic versions of The Braille Forum and eForum
- Stay connected to advocacy and other timely ACB efforts through our “announce” email list
- Receive our daily schedule of Community Events either by email or by calling 800-424-8666 and participate in those of your choosing.
- Have ongoing access to ACB resources and information to strengthen ones understanding of our organization
To join, simply fill out the form linked below.