Feel Connected. Support us!
On behalf of the Tactile Reading & Graphics Committee, we invite you to be a Supporting Sponsor of the international Tactile Reading & Graphics Conference 2025! It is the first time the Conference will take place in the Netherlands, and we are excited to host you in our capital Amsterdam!
Tactile Reading & Graphics is an international conference that brings together participants worldwide that contribute to making information accessible through tactile solutions. In addition to braille, this also involves tactile graphics, drawings and 3D. During three days, the Conference will feature a varied program about all aspects of tactile reading. The main topics are universal design, early intervention in pre-school and school, an inclusive approach to braille and literacy, mathematics, tactile graphics, 3D material, adult braille readers and music braille.
The aims of the Tactile Reading & Graphics Conference are:
- sharing knowledge, ideas and experiences from practical work, innovation, and research;
- bringing the participants new knowledge and inspiration in their professional work;
- promoting further development of new understanding within the field of tactile reading.
Who will attend the Tactile Reading & Graphics Conference 2025?
The conference attracts key experts from all over the world in the field of tactile solutions. We are expecting 400 attendees to come to Amsterdam.
- Practitioners, developers, and innovators
- Academics in various research areas
- Commercial companies
- Users of braille and graphics
Join us!
The Tactile Reading & Graphics Conference 2025 is made possible through the generous contributions of our valued partners, sponsors, and supporters. Together, we are shaping the future of accessible reading and tactile graphics, fostering innovation, and creating lasting impact.
On this page, we proudly showcase the organisations and companies that share our vision for a more inclusive world. Their support enables us to provide a world-class experience for attendees and drive progress in the field of tactile literacy and design.
Join us in thanking these partners for their commitment to accessibility and inclusive innovation.
Main Partners
The Tactile Reading & Graphics Conference 2025 is organised by various Dutch organisations collaborating in the field of tactile reading.
Learn more about our main partners.
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Sponsors of Tactile Reading & Graphics 2025

Visio Foundation
The Visio Foundation financially supports projects and programs both domestically and internationally that enable participation for people with visual impairments. They do this in partnership with Royal Dutch Visio. The Visio Foundation recognizes the importance of international knowledge exchange and is therefore happy to support this initiative.

Bartiméus Fonds
The Bartiméus Fund wants people who are visually impaired or blind to be able to live the life that suits them. To achieve this, The Bartiméus Fund raises funds for excellent care and innovative projects. Website Bartiméus Fonds (in Dutch).

Rotterdamse Stichting Blindenbelangen
The Rotterdamse Stichting Blindenbelangen supports institutions that aim to promote the material, social and cultural well-being of blind and visually impaired persons. The foundation promotes scientific research and training in the field of blindness, visual impairment and their prevention.
Landelijke Stichting voor Blinden en Slechtzienden (LSBS)
LSBS' mission is to promote the integration and well-being of people with severe visual impairment and to promote
ophthalmological scientific research. More information can be found on the website of LSBS (in Dutch).

Fonds XL
Fonds XL works closely with Vereniging Onbeperkt Lezen. The foundation provides financial support to initiatives that aim to promote reading by people with a visual impairment and everything related to this in the broadest sense.

Vereniging Onbeperkt Lezen
Vereniging Onbeperkt Lezen is the interest group of readers who rely on adapted reading formats. In addition to advocacy, the association provides information and advice. It also supports activities and initiatives to promote reading in adapted reading formats. You can find more information about our association at www.onbeperktlezen.nl (in Dutch).
Sensotec
Sensotec is the specialist in aids for the visually impaired and blind. Are you experiencing reduced vision? Sensotec offers you solutions! Discover useful visual aids that support you every day. Whether you are at work, at school or at home, Sensotec helps you to be independent and self-reliant. With the right visual support, you can live life to the fullest. Learn more on the website of Sensotec.
Oogcontact Amsterdam
Activities and fund for persons with a visual impairment. Website Oogcontact Amsterdam (in Dutch)

Stichting Blindenhulp
Stichting Blindenhulp is an independent foundation that can financially support people in the Netherlands with a serious visual impairment. She also supports agencies and organizations that work for the visually impaired and that conduct scientific research. More information can be found on the website at https://blindenhulp.nl/ (in Dutch).
LEGO Foundation
Children learn best through play. It's an essential part of their development. But not every child gets the time and chance
to play that they deserve. LEGO Foundation makes learning through play a priority for children around the world. Learn more on the LEGO Foundation website.
TG Lining B.V.
TG Lining specialises in tactile guidance systems for the visually impaired, enhancing accessibility in public spaces for over 25 years. More information can be found on the website at https://tglining.nl (in Dutch).
Index Braille
Index Braille is the world market leader for Braille embosser production, represented worldwide and delivering Braille embossers to more than 160 countries. By raising the technical level, Index Braille has made braille more accessible for people worldwide. Since Index was founded in the early 1980's, the company, based in Gammelstad of Northern Sweden, has continuously been working with making braille printing easy for everyone, everywhere at anytime. Read more on the website of Index Braille.
Clovernook
Clovernook Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired has been in operation since 1903, and is one of the world’s highest volume producers of braille, printing over 30 million pages annually. Clovernook’s Tactile Literacy Initiative designs and produces 3D models and early reading materials for classrooms worldwide. Learn more on the website of Clovernook.
Trace Digital
Stichting Blindenbelangen
The foundation aims to promote the spiritual, cultural, social and material interests of persons who are blind or partially sighted.
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Supporters
Feel Welcome!
Do you want to sponsor Tactile Reading & Graphics 2025? Or do you want to know more about sponsoring this event? Don't hesitate to get in touch with Lianne Noteboom or Aukje Snijders at sponsorrelations@tactilereading.nl.