- About the Braille
Making Information Accessible Through Braille
Established in January 2006, the Braille Publishing Unit (BPU) of the Malaysian Association for the Blind (MAB) is dedicated to promoting equal access to information for blind and visually impaired individuals in Malaysia.
Through Braille transcription and tactile diagram production, BPU transforms printed materials into accessible formats, enabling individuals with visual impairments to access information, pursue education, and participate more independently in everyday life.
Our services support individuals, educational institutions, businesses, government agencies, and organisations seeking to make their information and services more inclusive.
Braille Transcription
We convert printed text into Braille, making written information accessible to Braille readers. Our transcription services cover a wide range of materials, from educational resources and official documents to everyday informational and communication materials.
Tactile Diagram Production
We convert printed charts, plans, maps, and other visual materials into embossed tactile diagrams, allowing blind and visually impaired individuals to explore and understand information through touch.
Materials We Can Convert into Braille
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Business & Commercial | Business cards, product labels, catalogues, menus, brochures, pamphlets and newsletters |
| Public Facilities & Accessibility | Lift and building signage, ticketing machines, public transport information and instructions |
| Educational Materials | Textbooks, examination questions, reference books, storybooks and learning resources |
| Legal & Official Documents | Legal agreements, regulations, application forms and official statements |
| Transportation & Scheduling | Timetables and schedules for airlines, buses, taxis and trains |
| Financial Documents | Bank statements, credit card statements and loan application forms |
| Events & Personal Communication | Invitation cards, greeting cards, event programmes and announcements |
| Everyday Information | Recipes, instructions, guides and other printed materials |
- Making Accessibility a Shared Responsibility
Accessible information helps create a more inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to learn, communicate, and participate independently.
Whether you are a business looking to provide Braille menus, an educational institution seeking accessible learning materials, or an organisation aiming to improve accessibility, MAB's Braille Publishing Unit is here to support your needs.
- Interested in Our Braille Publishing Services?
Contact the Malaysian Association for the Blind (MAB) to learn more about our services, discuss your accessibility requirements, or request a quotation.
Email: bslr@mab.org.my
Telephone: 03-2272 2672
Braille Publishing Unit
Raj Kumar Subramaniam
Junior Technician
Nurfarahim Harim
Executive
Nurfarihan Norzaini
Computer Braillist
Santhana Mary Subramaniam
LV Assistant
Umashagari a/p Selvamani
Computer Braillist
Muhammad Amir Firdaus bin Awang
Computer Braillist
Muhammad Firdaus Abd Rahman
Production Assistant
Devayani a/p Saravanan
Production Clerk
Noor Izati Meor Samsudin
Computer Braillist