Breaking Barriers: Blind Women of Colorado

During the 19th and early 20th century, women fought hard to become equally employed and operate their own businesses independently in Colorado. Being Blind created higher barriers to overcome. Yet several Blind Colorado women climbed higher, breaking barriers, and succeeding, despite the shackles of society.

Peggy Chong is the author of more than a dozen books about “Blind Ancestors” who have made a difference, available at https://www.smashwords.com/books/byseries/24325

Peggy's goal is to have the history of the average blind and disabled person taught—not just to the blind and disabled themselves, but to those entering into professional fields where their jobs will impact people with disabilities. Blind people historically held regular jobs and pursued professions that are the same as professions occupied by people without disabilities. These blind individuals performed exceptionally well, setting examples for others. By understanding what the blind and disabled have achieved in the past and knowing the history of the contributions made by people with disabilities to our country, our society will be much more willing and accepting of the disabled.

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