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From: L Snider
Date: Dec 13, 2016 2:53PM

Hi JP,

Interesting point! I will definitely let you know what I find...I am very
curious about this one!

Cheers

Lisa

On Mon, Dec 12, 2016 at 1:19 PM, JP Jamous < <EMAIL REMOVED> > wrote:

> Lisa,
>
> I know that Braille is different in different languages. For example, I
> know the Braille that we use in the USA, since I grew up here. Yet, Braille
> used in the Middle East for Arabic is different. Since I am Lebanese, I
> couldn't make any heads or tails out of Arabic Braille.
>
> I used Braille as an example. I would presume that Middle Eastern and Far
> eastern countries may have different symbols. You may want to check on
> those. I would not be surprised if they do copy the western world, since
> Europe, USA and Canada have a large influence on those countries.
>
> I know this doesn't answer your question directly, but hopefully, it adds
> more to your knowledge. If you find out of any foreign ones, do share them
> please.
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> Behalf Of L Snider
> Sent: Monday, December 12, 2016 12:06 PM
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> Subject: [WebAIM] Symbols
>
> Hi All,
>
> Someone just sent me something on accessibility symbols for people to use.
> I have seen a few in my travels over the years. However, other than the
> Graphic Artist Guild symbols, are there others you have used or like?
>
> I am curious to know if people in different countries use different ones.
>
> > > > >