What happened to the Foundation for the Junior Blind?
What happened to the Foundation for the Junior Blind?
2006. The Foundation for the Junior Blind was renamed Junior Blind of America. After 21 years of dedicated service, Robert Ralls retired, and Miki Jordan became president and CEO.
Who owns Wayfinder family?
Q&A With Miki Jordan, President and CEO. We are delighted to announce that as of January 2, 2018, Junior Blind is now Wayfinder Family Services! Our organization has grown and expanded over the last 65+ years, responding to the critical needs in the communities we serve.
What does wayfinder do?
Wayfinder provides a range of trauma-informed services to help children, youth and adults discover their path to sustained well-being.
Is wayfinding a real thing?
Traditional Hawaiian navigation became extinct in the 19th century. As a result, the art known today as wayfinding is based largely on knowledge that survived in Micronesia. It continues to evolve, though it remains resolutely non-instrument-based.
Can a person be a Wayfinder?
It’s seeing where you are going in your mind and knowing where you are by knowing where you’ve been.” You know you’ve become a Wayfinder when you use your keen self-awareness to not only change yourself and achieve your goals, but to optimize the performance of those around you.
Why does Maui put his hand in the water?
The position of Moana’s hand indicates the star above her index finger has an altitude of 21º. Later in the film, we see Moana navigating by following Maui’s fish hook. In the various Polynesian traditions, the hook was used to pull islands from the sea.
What is Polynesian wayfinding?
Traditional Polynesian navigation – also called non-instrument navigation or wayfinding – means finding your way without any of the tools modern navigators use. No GPS, no compass, no radio or satellite reports.
Why Moana is called vaiana?
Depending on where in the world people saw Moana, they might know the great animated movie by another name. Disney retitled the film in different countries, with most European countries using Vaiana. This change was reflected in the movie too, as Moana’s name was changed to Vaiana due to copyright issues.
What are the yellow road signs called?
Warning Signs
Warning Signs These signs are yellow with black lettering or symbols and most are diamond-shaped. These signs warn you to slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary; a special situation or hazard is ahead.
What is digital wayfinding?
Digital Wayfinding picks up where Google Maps leaves off, and the average user is already used to a digital presence. Digital wayfinding screens and kiosks are visual maps and traffic management systems presented in attractive, interactive, and customizable digital formats.
