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DIALOGUE magazineA World of Ideas for Visually Impaired People of All AgesCurrent and Past SamplesCall for Submissions and Writer's Guidelines DIALOGUE magazine was established in 1961 and is published bimonthly by Blindskills, Inc., a nonprofit organization based in Salem, Oregon. DIALOGUE is an international news magazine edited for individuals who are experiencing vision loss or are blind, and their friends and families. It reviews low vision aids and devices, provides tips and techniques for coping with vision loss, reports personal experiences of people living successfully with vision impairment at home, in school, on the job and in the community, interviews professionals working in the field of blindness and low vision, and is designed to inform, instruct and entertain in the discussion of blindness issues. DIALOGUE publishes articles, personal essays, interviews, news and resources on all aspects of coping with a vision impairment. DIALOGUE seeks submissions on overcoming obstacles, breaking down barriers and discovering how to live well with sight loss. Topics for helping people learn key lessons about vision impairment include the benefits of using special aids and devices, specific how-tos for accessing computers, strategies for adapting the home environment, finding reliable transportation options, developing educational plans, getting started in careers, launching business ventures, managing diabetes, and participating in sports, travel or leisure pursuits. If you would like to write for DIALOGUE, please request the writer's guidelines , column descriptions and a sample issue of the magazine. Magazine formats are large print, braille, cassette, diskette and e-mail. Queries, article submissions and items for the resource column are all welcome. E-mail queries and submissions are preferred. Contact DIALOGUE, Blindskills, Inc., P.O. Box 5181, Salem, OR 97304-0181; Phone: 800-860-4224; E-mail: magazine@blindskills.com ; Web site: www.blindskills.com. DIALOGUE: A WORLD OF IDEAS FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED PEOPLE OF ALL AGES is now in its 45th year! Subscribe today and join the DIALOGUE. Columns:
800-1000 word article on how to cope with various degrees of vision loss at home, at school, at work, and in the community One on One 500 word interview from a recognized leader in the field of vision impairment on the latest trends and solutions to improve the lives of people who are blind or who have low vision Technology Answer Book 800-1000 word article on high-tech and low-tech solutions for people with vision impairments Careers 800-1000 word profile or essay of a successfully employed person who has a vision impairment that details educational accomplishments, work experiences, job search strategies and on the job how-tos Work Matters 800-1000 word action oriented guide to preparing for a career, finding financially and personally rewarding employment and succeeding in the work world Feature 1000-1500 word article on a topic of special interest Education Makes a Difference 800-1000 word profile, essay or article on issues related to the education of children and adults who have vision impairments Spotlight on Families 500 word article of tips and techniques for living well with a person who has a vision impairment whether it's a spouse, parent or child Lifestyles 500 word article on people with vision impairments fully participating in life and in their communities through such endeavors as volunteer work and travel Home Front 800-1000 word article on how to adapt the home environment so that a person who has a vision impairment can easily manage the tasks of daily living Here's How 500 word service article on how to perform a task that may seem daunting or out of reach for someone with a vision impairment that includes specific suggestions and resources Transitions 800-1000 word article or essay on how to make the adjustment when experiencing vision loss, including coping emotionally and providing practical steps for getting the most out of life Sports and Recreation 500 word profile, essay or article on people with vision impairments who actively participate in athletics, hobbies, and other leisure time pursuits Where in the World? 500 word profile, essay or article on life with a vision impairment outside of the United States Did You Know? Short summaries of items in the news related to blindness and vision impairment What's New and Where to Get It Short descriptions of publications, products and services of interest to people who have vision impairments, including price and complete contact information for the source Calendar Dates of conferences, seminars, workshops and other noteworthy events in the field of vision impairment DIALOGUE magazine, Published by Blindskills, Inc. since 1990 Publisher: Carol M. McCarl Editor: Karen Lynn Thomas Jackie Ohime, Kelsey Reams, Ken Stewart and Empish J. Thomas Contributing Writers: Sara Bennett Diana Braun Nolan Crabb Ronda Del Boccio Winifred Downing Karen A. Myers Dana Nichols Jackie Ohime Kelsey Reams Ken Stewart Empish J. Thomas |