Abstract: Each day, millions grapple with the challenges of vision impairment, facing difficulties with everyday tasks at home or work without assistance. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 250 million people have visual disabilities, with approximately 35 million being completely blind. This demographic encounters a world rife with hazards, where even crossing a street becomes perilous due to their inability to perceive obstacles and traffic.

Despite a strong desire for independence, many individuals with visual impairments depend on others for routine tasks. However, advancements in technology, particularly in computer vision, offer hope for greater autonomy. While traditional aids such as white canes, guide dogs, and specialized software have been invaluable, emerging innovations aim to revolutionize perception by translating visual information into sound. These developments hold the promise of enhanced autonomy and safety, empowering the visually impaired to navigate the world with increased confidence.

Keywords: Blindness, Visual disabilities, Assistance, Independence.

| DOI: 10.17148/IARJSET.2024.11568