# New Language, New Opportunities: Unlocking Independence Through English Learning with Abbi Mayland

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Podcast: [Blind Abilities](https://stenobird.com/podcast/blind-abilities-2278392)
Published: 2026-03-20T21:24:10+00:00
Episode link: https://blindabilities.com/?p=9463
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## Resource

Podcast Summary: What if learning English could open the door to independence, education, and meaningful work? In this episode of Blind Abilities, Jeff Thompson sits down with English Language Learning specialist Abbi Mayland from State Services for the Blind of Minnesota. Abbi shares how she helps students who are blind, DeafBlind, or low vision — […]

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