Bradley Nitins is a passionate advocate for the transformative power of libraries and the impact they can have on people's lives. With more than 15 years of experience in public library services, he has designed and delivered a wide range of programs, from supporting small businesses to engaging homeschool students, always with a focus on connecting people with knowledge and opportunity.
Since joining Braille House, Bradley has brought his energy, expertise and commitment to advancing tactile literacy, helping make books and learning more accessible to people who are blind or have low vision. He holds a Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies from Curtin University and a Certificate IV in Frontline Management, and is an active contributor to the Australian Library and Information Association. He has completed the braille for print users course at Braille House also.
Learn more about Bradley's passion for libraries, lifelong learning and accessible reading.
What inspires you about Braille House?
What inspires me most is knowing that our work helps people access books, information and opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach. Reading has the power to educate, entertain and connect people, and it's rewarding to be part of an organisation that helps make that possible for readers who are blind, have low vision or have print disabilities.
I am also inspired by the role Braille House plays in supporting lifelong learning and ensuring everyone has access to the benefits that reading can bring.
What does accessibility and inclusion mean to you?
To me, accessibility and inclusion mean ensuring everyone has access to information, knowledge and opportunities to learn, regardless of their circumstances. Libraries have always played an important role in connecting communities with ideas, stories and culture, and I believe everyone should have the opportunity to participate in that experience.
What would you like more people to understand about braille?
Braille plays an important role in ensuring people can access books, information and educational resources in a format that works for them. Access to reading supports learning, independence and participation, and braille remains an important part of making that possible for many people.
What are your hopes for the future?
I would like to continue developing my knowledge of accessible publishing, cataloguing and collection development so I can contribute even more effectively to the library's services. I also hope to continue improving the quality, relevance and accessibility of our collection, ensuring it reflects the interests and needs of our readers.
Ultimately, I hope more people can discover the joy of reading and lifelong learning through accessible formats.