Blind women over 50 continue to make valuable contributions in the workforce

About 42% of women with vision impairment held jobs long-term compared to 38% of men in 2025, according to the American Foundation for the Blind. Women who lost vision midlife (ages 44 to 64) were more likely to keep their job compared to men. The Case report highlights that confidence and a lifelong commitment to learning helped visually impaired women still thrive in their career despite facing layers of systemic bias. Advocates are urging employers to continue to foster an inclusive environment and provide ongoing training and accessibility for these women.