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Association Valentin-Haüy

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Association Valentin-Haüy, Disability support organization in 7th arrondissement, Paris, France.

The Association Valentin-Haüy provides comprehensive support services and resources for adults with visual impairments through eight establishments and 120 local branches across France.

Maurice de La Sizeranne established the Association Valentin-Haüy in 1889 to continue the legacy of Valentin Haüy, who created the first school for blind people.

The organization maintains a museum displaying tools, equipment, and books from 1771 onward, documenting the evolution of educational methods for visually impaired individuals.

Located at 5 rue Duroc in Paris, the association offers educational programs, employment assistance, and recreational activities, with support from professional teams and volunteers.

The headquarters houses specialized facilities and a private museum dedicated to the history of blind education, featuring collections of adaptive technologies spanning three centuries.

Inception: 1889

Founders: Maurice de La Sizeranne

Industry: accueil ou accompagnement sans hébergement d’adultes handicapés ou de personnes âgées

Website: http://avh.asso.fr

GPS coordinates: 0.00000,0.00000

Latest update: May 23, 2025 22:00

Photo author: Guilhem Vellut
Photo license: CC BY 2.0

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