Today, this photograph represents more than a cherished memory. It introduces the Julia Gebert Technology Fund, which continues Julia’s legacy by helping provide assistive technology to Alaskans who are blind or visually impaired, opening doors to greater independence, opportunity, and connection.
Julia Gebert was a member of the blind community in Alaska who touched every single life she came across in unforgettable ways. Her laughter, wit, and precociousness were all wrapped up in a tiny body with a big personality. She represented what it meant to be a “cool blind girl!” Cane skills, check. Braille skills, check. Technology skills, check.
In her memory, this fund will foster the blind skills that Julia embodied by providing device and technology scholarships for other blind and low-vision Alaskans.
Though Julia experienced the world without sight, she helped others see with their hearts. Through the Julia Gebert Technology Fund, her light continues to shine; bringing possibility, independence, and connection to others throughout Alaska.