Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI) is the most common cause of childhood vision impairment in the UK, yet many face barriers to support. This #CVIAwarenessMonth, we stand with those living with CVI. Find support via CVI Society: https://f.mtr.cool/czgnzmxvqy #CVIAwareness #VisionImpairment

Buses connect communities, but only if everyone can use them. This Catch the Bus Month, we’ve launched training in collaboration with CPT and DVSA to help drivers make journeys accessible for blind & partially sighted people. Learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/owfvzlldfr

The new AIS framework aims to improve access for blind and partially sighted people. Health and care staff: visit our Professionals’ Hub to learn how to apply it and communicate more effectively with your patients: https://f.mtr.cool/wccxjhdsoy

Don’t miss the Devon in Sight Conference in Exeter this Thursday! Stop by the TPT stand to meet Maria and learn how our employment team helps blind and partially sighted people build skills and careers while celebrating 100 years of sight loss support. #DevonInSight100 #EmploymentSupport

Our Young Voices & Student Voices will take the centre stage at STEP Together (11 October 2025, London) to share lived experiences of moving into further & higher education. Free event, you don’t want to miss it. Register today: https://f.mtr.cool/dpybdaahrg

Today is the SEND Day of Action. Too many blind & partially sighted students miss out on the support they need. With SEND reform coming, Govt must act to #UnlockEducation. Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/rkuittplyx #SEND #VisionImpairment

Sight Village Blackpool takes place tomorrow, 16 September, at the Winter Garden. Our Education and Employment teams will be there throughout the day, with Sydney running a seminar on how AI can help take your education further. Come along, meet us in person and find out how we can support you.

Children and pupils aged 7+ who are blind or partially sighted can benefit from personalised guidance from our experienced education advisers. It’s easy to get in touch. Call us on 0203 757 8040, Monday to Friday between 10am and 5pm, or visit:https://f.mtr.cool/aswfpoafom

Applications are now open for our Working Well With Sight Loss residential course, 19–21 November in London. Build confidence, learn job search skills and connect with others. Open to visually impaired people. Apply by 28 September: https://f.mtr.cool/dsuverspfi

Accessible banking is a right, not a privilege. Thank you to everyone who’s already written to their MP. If you haven’t yet, please add yours today. It only takes a moment, but it helps push for equal access to online banking for blind and partially sighted people. https://f.mtr.cool/mqfkqhavfa

In this piece from ITV News West Country, Engagement Manager Yahya Pandor and volunteer Anela Wood share their lived experiences navigating our streets as blind and partially sighted people. Also, hear @rnib.bsky.social CEO Matt Stringer call for urgent action Watch the piece:

On 29 August, we thanked our Young Voices for completing their two-year journey with us. From ParalympicsGB collabs to accessible retail reports, they’ve shown leadership, courage and that age is no barrier to driving change for blind and partially sighted people. We’re super proud of them!

Reminder: our Let’s Talk Jobs webinar is on today at 2pm. We’ll be exploring the latest in accessible tech, plus answering your questions on apps, screen readers, magnifiers and more. Don’t miss out, sign up now:https://f.mtr.cool/uafomhmaxa

Blind or partially sighted and starting further or higher education this autumn? STEP Together 2025 is for you. Saturday 11 October, TPT Hub London. Free workshops, Q&A, assistive tech & connections. Register: https://f.mtr.cool/mpwpthxddx

🔊 Sight Loss Councils are speaking to TV and radio this week calling for safer streets. E-bikes & e-scooters pose real dangers - from silent riding to pavement blockages. We need action. 📢 👉 BBC story: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... 🔗 Charter: bit.ly/3T0EyeR #EBikeCharter #StreetsForAll

A new term is the perfect time to refresh your knowledge of assistive tech. Explore our resources on accessible devices, AI tools and more to support blind and partially sighted students: https://f.mtr.cool/nhqyrbgtqj

Heading back to school? Our free online course helps non-specialist staff support blind & partially sighted pupils with confidence. Flexible & self-paced, it covers vision impairment basics & inclusive teaching. Sign up today:https://f.mtr.cool/mfynoceuee

Don’t miss our Let’s Talk Jobs webinar, Mon 8 September at 2pm. Learn about the latest accessible tech and get your questions answered on apps, magnifiers and screen readers. Open to blind and partially sighted people. Book now: https://f.mtr.cool/xkoydkarvu

September is Catch the Bus Month! For blind & partially sighted people, buses mean independence, but only if journeys are accessible. We’ve launched driver training in collaboration with CPT and DVSA to make travel inclusive. Learn more: https://f.mtr.cool/hxphftiyee #CatchTheBusMonth

Only 5 places remain on our #GetSetProgress Internship scheme. Several deadlines have just been extended, with onboarding sessions on 10 & 24 Oct. Don’t miss your chance to apply: https://f.mtr.cool/jkzinfgmfp

Own Ray-Ban Meta glasses or thinking of getting a pair? Come to Tech Friday, 19 Sept, 11am–1:30pm at TPT Hub, London. Get hands-on, ask questions, meet others. Free event, but spaces are limited! To register, ring 0208 995 0880 or sign up via :https://f.mtr.cool/qrbbewbqtl

How much do you really know about the leading cause of blindness in the UK?   Bhavini from TPT and Sarah from Macular Society separate fact from fiction in this episode of the Eye Care and You series.   Watch the full presentation here:https://youtu.be/6rwWItCRkuA?si=0umeIEAcun9JJS08

Don’t let anyone be locked out of their own bank. Blind and partially sighted people still face inaccessible banking. Write to your MP this bank holiday and call for equal access to banking services. Submit a letter here: https://f.mtr.cool/tdwbotizlc

Got your GCSE results? Unsure about your next step? Our Education Advice Service helps blind & partially sighted students explore college, sixth form or apprenticeship options. Find out more: https://f.mtr.cool/uyzlsowqxn

The new NHS Self-Assessment Framework strengthens the AIS. We’re pleased this will support better care for blind and partially sighted people. Visit our page to learn more about what it means for our community:https://f.mtr.cool/uabrvpobhf

Blind and partially sighted people still face barriers while shopping, but the tech to fix it already exists. Our new youth-led report, Retail Reimagined, shows how accessible QR codes like Navilens and ZapVision can unlock independence. Read it now: https://f.mtr.cool/ddnayligcb

Applications close today for our Sight Loss Councils Co-ordinator role (Yorkshire & Humberside). If you want to support blind and partially sighted volunteers to influence change in their local communities, don’t miss this opportunity. Apply now: https://f.mtr.cool/grlunmtdfn

Tech Friday is here. On 19 Sept at 11am, we’re spotlighting Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses at the TPT Hub, London. See how they help with reading, navigation and more. Book now to try them out and chat with experts: https://f.mtr.cool/muevmyqjtx

Blind or partially sighted and getting A Level results today? Take a breath, you’re not alone. Our Education Advice Service can help you make sense of your next steps. Check here: https://f.mtr.cool/vftajraxie

We’re down to the last five Get Set Progress Internship vacancies. Apply now, so someone else doesn’t update their CV with your role. Check all five vacancies here: https://f.mtr.cool/vwpfryrfue

We’re hiring: Sight Loss Councils Co-ordinator (Yorkshire & Humberside). Support blind and partially sighted volunteers to make change in their communities. Salary up to £28k. Closing 18 Aug 2025. Apply: https://f.mtr.cool/ileddqaqen

Our Young Voices met the CEO of ParalympicsGB this Tuesday to share their vision for inclusive sport for blind and partially sighted youth. “Thank you for listening to our campaign,” said Alex, Young Leader.#VIYouthVoices #DisabilitySport #ParalympicsGB

Many blind people still get information they can’t read. That’s changing. A new NHS framework means services must meet communication needs. Learn more about what this means and access our Professionals’ Hub for guidance on making care more accessible: https://f.mtr.cool/gbmafhxzxg

Typing on a touchscreen as a blind user with VoiceOver is like running in slow motion. By the time I’ve typed “what’s for breakfast?”, it’s dinner. Anyone else miss proper keypads? How’s your experience with virtual keyboards? Drop a comment, maybe I’m not the only one struggling to keep up.

Forget the weather, this matters more. Paid internships for blind & partially sighted people are closing soon. From software dev to fundraising, roles span the UK. Check all available roles and apply now:https://f.mtr.cool/okvearkonm

You can still sign up for our free online course,Vision Impairment: Starting the Conversation. Perfect for non-specialist staff working with blind or partially sighted students. Flexible, practical, and free. Sign up: https://f.mtr.cool/abwxkizupi

Jamie, our 2024/25 intern, shares what he loves most about being part of the GSP internship. Could you be next sharing your GSP experience? We’ve still got some paid internships open for 2025/26. If you're blind or partially sighted, apply now: https://f.mtr.cool/ngembxlqst

Struggling with job applications? This guide is packed with practical tips from our experienced Employment team to help you write stronger answers and feel more confident. Give it a read: https://f.mtr.cool/usrclqwrrl

Big news! Our new free, online vision impairment training for non-specialist staff launches today, 29 July. If you’re interested in learning about vision impairment and how to support blind and partially sighted young people, this introductory course is for you. Sign up: tinyurl.com/mrx33jhs

From 30 June, NHS providers must review and publish how they meet patients’ communication needs. We’re pleased this step will improve access. Visit our page to read more about the framework and what it means for our blind and partially sighted community: https://f.mtr.cool/rcsecqlzso

Aleks, one of our Student Voices volunteers, shares how support in the UK helped him rebuild his life after losing his sight at 17. Read his honest, humorous blog on the importance of wellbeing in the CFVI: https://f.mtr.cool/luqrmtaqbp

From tandem cycling to blindfold baseball, I’ve dabbled in a few blind sports, but goalball’s my all-time favourite, only that I sometimes forget to wear my cricket box. What do you play for fun or competition? Share with us in the comments, we might give it a go too. #BlindSports

Applying for jobs? Don’t skip the cover letter. It’s your first chance to stand out, and some hiring managers won’t even read your CV without one. Our Employment team has put together a step-by-step guide to help you write a good cover letter. Read here: https://f.mtr.cool/wmgsyvpmgi

Looking to kick-start your career or return to work after sight loss? Paid internships now open across the UK for blind and partially sighted people. Remote, hybrid and in-office roles available. Apply soon, deadline fast approaching: https://f.mtr.cool/ebhueazxlh

If your child or pupil is blind or partially sighted and aged 7+, they can benefit from one-to-one guidance from our experienced education advisers. Getting in touch is simple. Speak to our expert team Monday–Friday, 10am–5pm on 0203 757 8040 or visit: https://f.mtr.cool/pozgnsrznj #StudentSupport

Read our new international report, which we just launched at our Pocklington Hub: https://www.pocklington.org.uk/resources/lived-experience-research/understanding-international-approaches-to-achieving-equality-of-blind-and-partially-sighted-people/

🚨 We're hiring! Deadline approaching to join SLCs as a Project (Resources) Intern – a paid, 9-month role for a #blind or #PartiallySighted applicant to help shape accessible resources that drive real change. 💻 Home-based | 🕒 Apply by 14 July: f.mtr.cool/byfwyfbxpz #GetSetProgress #Internship

Blind or partially sighted and aged 18–25? Two summer sailing adventures await with VISA-GB in August. Trip dates: 4–10 & 28–31 August. Learn the ropes, enjoy the coast, all for £25. No sailing experience needed. Call Dee on 07920 144614 or email [email protected] to sign up.

Looking to start or restart your career after sight loss? Our paid Get Set Progress internships support blind & partially sighted people into work across the UK. Remote, hybrid & office roles available. Apply now, deadlines near! See all roles: https://f.mtr.cool/byfwyfbxpz

As welfare reforms progress, we met Sir Stephen Timms last week to share our concerns. For many with sight loss, PIP is the difference between isolation and independence. PIP isn’t a bonus, it’s how BPS people travel, cook, and stay safe. He pledged to fight for us, and we’re hopeful that he will.