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Some parents and teachers report that children who were previously struggling in school , especially with color-related assignments , have gained confidence in their academic performance after using EnChroma glasses .
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• Children in School : Some parents and teachers report that children who were previously struggling in school , especially with colorrelated assignments , have gained confidence in their academic performance after using EnChroma glasses .
• Occupational Challenges : Individuals with color blindness who faced jobrelated challenges , such as difficulty in mixing paint colors or distinguishing between team members in sports like hockey , have overcome these obstacles and achieved their career goals .
• Aesthetic Enjoyment : Color blind individuals have discovered the beauty of the world around them , from witnessing colorful sunsets for the first time to realizing the truer versions of the colors of everyday objects like cars and flowers .
• Enhanced Perception : EnChroma glasses have allowed wearers to notice finer details in paintings , such as brush strokes and texture , contributing to a deeper appreciation of art .
Looking ahead — EnChroma ’ s innovations EnChroma continues to push boundaries with innovations like a color blindness test that assesses individual color cone performance and the latest lens technology delivering even more vibrant colors . They also now offer specialized lenses for diving masks , expanding the possibilities for scuba divers to experience the vibrant colors of the underwater world .
Collaboration with organizations and influencers EnChroma empowers colorblind individuals to live more vibrant and fulfilling lives by addressing workplace and educational challenges and enabling them to experience the colorful moments they may have missed . Their commitment to accessibility , education , and innovation ensures that the world becomes more inclusive for those with color blindness .
Every year during International Color Blindness Awareness month in September , EnChroma collaborates with organizations and influencers to raise awareness of color blindness . They provide glasses for giveaways , encourage activities that promote awareness , and work with philanthropic organizations and major brands to support color-blind individuals .
Awareness-building efforts are bearing fruit . The ADA ' s latest iteration , released July 2023 , now includes provisions that emphasize the importance of providing " reasonable accommodations " for individuals with color blindness within the workplace and other organizations . Assistive optical devices are specifically mentioned as a being a “ reasonable accommodation .” EnChroma glasses falls into that category .
“ We are confident that all the work we ’ ve done over the last 10 years to generate awareness got their attention ,” said Kent Streeb . “ We ’ re pleased that color blindness is finally mentioned under the ADA .”
Some parents and teachers report that children who were previously struggling in school , especially with color-related assignments , have gained confidence in their academic performance after using EnChroma glasses .
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