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OCR Text Editor Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Audio & Braille Literacy Enhancement, Inc. (ABLE)
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5 people are interested
Description:
Would you like to help ensure equal access to print materials for children and adults with print disabilities? Would you enjoy the challenge of correcting an editable Word document to match the printed text file? With your help, ABLE can more quickly convert print into braille and audio formats, so that blind children and adults can have equal access to a world of information.
On-site volunteers will learn to use the program "ABBYY FineReader" to perform OCR (Optical Character Recognition) on images of print. At-home volunteers will just edit the Word document output from ABBYY to match the original text (saved as a PDF file). Many assignments may have tight deadlines so that students can receive their school assignments at the same time as their sighted peers.
It's a perfect opportunity for retirees or persons with time to volunteer from home.
Requirements:* Must be computer literate and, if volunteering from home, have easy access to a computer with Microsoft Word, Acrobat viewer and access to the internet/email.
* Must be organized and careful with regards to computer files and file management.
* Knowledge of foreign languages is a major plus.
* Strong proofreading skills, attention to detail and a "perfectionist" attitude.
* Strong problem solving skills.
Time Commitment:Time commitment of 3-5 hours/week for a duration of at least four months.
Training:Training will be provided.
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About Audio & Braille Literacy Enhancement, Inc. (ABLE)
Location:
Central Library Bldg, 803 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, US
Mission Statement
Audio & Braille Literacy Enhancement's mission is to provide alternative ways for people with print disabilities to read.
Description
We are a nonprofit organization that relies primarily on volunteers to provide materials in braille, audio and digital formats for people who are blind, visually impaired, or who have other print disabilities. We are committed to the belief that standard print materials should be accessible to everyone. Our specialized services are a key to dignity, productivity, enhanced literacy, and independence.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
803 W Wells StCentral Library BldgMilwaukee, WI 53233
DATE POSTED
August 22, 2019
SKILLS
- Data Entry
- Literacy / Reading
- Special Needs
- Basic Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- General Education
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 3-5 hours per week, minimum of 4 month commitment