Deutsches Zentrum für barrierefreies Lesen (dzb lesen)

The German Center for Barrier-Free Reading, abbreviated dzb lesen, is a primary production center and service provider for barrier-free literature and media. It is a state enterprise of the Free State of Saxony and is assigned to the Saxon Ministry of Science, Culture and Tourism (SMWK).

• Library and Media Production: dzb lesen offers a comprehensive selection of literature for blind, visually impaired, and reading-disabled people. This includes Braille books, audiobooks, magazines, sheet music, reliefs, and large print books. Additionally, barrier-free e-books and tactile picture books with relief varnish and Braille are offered[1][4].
• Recording Studio, Printing House, and Bookbinding: Under the roof of the center, there are its own production facilities that enable the production of these media[1].
• Services for Institutions and Companies: dzb lesen supports as a service provider in the creation of barrier-free information and communication offerings, including monitoring and consulting on the barrier-free design of websites and apps[1][2].

The main mission of dzb lesen is to enable people with visual or reading disabilities to access educational, informational, and entertainment literature. The center advocates for inclusion and accessibility in everyday life and promotes the participation of these groups in society. The company's values are based on providing diverse and accessible media to support the reading pleasure and learning ability of these individuals[1][4].

• Barrier-Free Websites and Apps: dzb lesen operates a monitoring office in Saxony that ensures public authorities meet the requirements for barrier-free websites and apps. This includes regular checks and training for public authorities[2].
• International and Linguistic Inclusion: The center also offers Braille and audiobooks in other languages, such as for refugees from Ukraine, to support their integration[4].
• Tactile and Innovative Media: Through the development of tactile picture books and other innovative media formats, dzb lesen focuses on continuously improving the accessibility of literature and information[1][3].

The German Center for Barrier-Free Reading is thus a central player in promoting inclusion and accessibility in the field of literature and communication. Through its comprehensive services and products, it significantly contributes to improving the quality of life and participation of people with visual or reading disabilities.

• 1 - https://www.bildungsserver.de/institution.html?institutionen_id=6406
• 2 - https://www.dzblesen.de/ueber-uns/fachthemen-kooperationen-projekte/ueberwachungsstelle-in-sachsen
• 3 - https://www.dzblesen.de/shop/V011607-Was+ist+das
• 4 - https://www.dzblesen.de
• 5 - https://www.dzblesen.de/ueber-uns/news-publikationen/magazin/inpuncto-2020-59