Blind Low Vision NZ

This month, we’re calling on you to Be Eye Smart! It’s important to Love Your Eyes so they can love you back. Watch this video to find out how you can Be Eye Smart! #ChildrensEyeHealth #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth eyehealthaotearoa.org.nz/childrens_eye_… youtube.com/watch?v=kpVMYu…

Our tamariki can learn to Be Eye Smart during the Children’s Eye Health Campaign: 1. Spend time outside every day 2. Less screen time - take a break 3. Book an eye test 4. Wear sunglasses Download posters in English, Te Reo, Chinese and Samoan eyehealthaotearoa.org.nz/childrens_eye_…

Audiobook Club on Zoom Want to join an audiobook club with members from across the country? Our club uses books from the Blind Low Vision Library. Starts: Wednesday 17 July 2024, 7.p.m. Interested? Contact Hanya. 📞 Hanya Gallagher, Sport and Leisure Advisor 📱 022 011 3390

As an #OrientationAndMobility (O&M) specialist, Kristen Lang knows the power and possibility of the #WhiteCane - and that perspective shines through in her new children's book, The Cane Kids. Learn more in her new post on our blog. 🧑‍🦯 ⬇️ #BlindNewWorld blindnewworld.org/the-cane-kids-…

🌟✨ Celebrating Matariki ✨🌟 The return of the Matariki cluster of stars is commemorated by Te Rā Aro ki Matariki 2024, which happens on Friday, June 28, this year. Check out this page about Matariki on the @Te_Papa website: tepapa.govt.nz/learn/for-educ… Mānawatia a Matariki

In celebration of Helen Keller Day and Deafblind Awareness Week, we share Stephen's story. Born profoundly deaf and later diagnosed with Usher syndrome, Stephen's resilience and optimism have been unstoppable. Visit our website for Stephen's full story. blindlowvision.org.nz/story/stephens…

Guide Dog Puppy Raiser, Liz Wright, says it is tough to let the puppies go once they are trained but seeing the difference they made to blind people made it all worthwhile 🧡 ngā mihi nui, Liz! rnz.co.nz/news/national/… @radionz @leonardpowelll #TheBigShoutOut @VolunteeringNZ

Thank you to everyone who shared their valuable insight into our new Strategic Plan. This plan lays a blueprint for our commitment to empowering independence and fostering an inclusive community through enhanced support services and strategic partnerships. blindlowvision.org.nz/about-us/strat…

"Public spaces should be precisely that — public — and accessible to all," says Andrea Midgen, CE of Blind Low Vision NZ. "It’s unjust that certain groups of people are forced to avoid shared spaces due to concerns about their safety." nzherald.co.nz/nz/public-spac… @AccessForAllNZ

In the latest episode of @SamSmithComedy's ReVision Podcast, broadcaster, @PatrickGowerNZ discuses his eyesight journey, and takes listeners through his emotional experience. Don't miss Paddy as you've never heard him before⬇️ buzzsprout.com/842887/1502958…

Guide Dog Ryder and Laura Kelmere are one of Blind Low Vision NZ's 144 active guide dog teams across the country, with another 129 guide dogs currently in training. But the need for more grows every day. Find out more and how you can support the cause: thepress.co.nz/nz-news/350211…

Want to know more about your rights and how to advocate for them? Join the Know Your Rights Webinar this Thursday 22 Feb, featuring the Office of the Ombudsman. NZSL interpreters available. For more details and to register, click here: blindlowvision.zoom.us/webinar/regist… #IndividualAdvocacy

Congratulations to Gene Gibson, resident of Stratford, for winning this year's Chair's Award! Gene embodies the spirit of the Chair’s Award through his commitment to improving accessibility for blind and low vision people. Click the link to read more: blindlowvision.org.nz/news/chairs-aw…

Saturday 14th October 2023 marked 50 years of the Guide Dog Breeding, Puppy Development, Training, and Graduating Teams! Half a century of dedication, compassion, and commitment to enhancing the lives of people who are blind or have low vision has truly illuminated our world.

"For us, every dot and every line tells a story," said Dan Shepherd, Head of Access and Awareness @BlindLowVision NZ. "Authorities should take recent reports into consideration, assess #TGSI and maintain it where needed." newshub.co.nz/home/new-zeala… #AccessMattersAotearoa @NewshubNZ

"Tactile surface indicators are invaluable, but... if they are a slip hazard when wet, it can be doubly dangerous for the sight-impaired because they can’t see if they are wet." - Dianne Rogers, GM Policy & Advocacy @BlindLowVision. nzherald.co.nz/nz/broken-bone… @AccessMattersNZ

Did you know Fifa Women’s World Cup 2023 will offer Audio-Descriptive Commentary (ADC) at 40 matches? Follow the link to learn how to listen to the Audio Descriptive Commentary. customersupport.tickets.fifa.com/hc/en-us/artic…

"Access to #Braille opens doors to possibilities," says Nigel Waring, Head of Technology and #Accessibility at Blind Low Vision NZ. "It's about self-sufficiency, confidence, an equal shot at #success." Read more about support extended to @BANZATBraille: blindlowvision.org.nz/news/new-finan…

Helen Keller, an American author, activist, and lecturer, overcame deafblindness. She advocated, wrote inspiring books, and promoted disability rights globally. During Deafblind Awareness Week, let's honour Keller, appreciate her contributions, and promote inclusivity.

During National Volunteer Week, we acknowledge Paula, honoured with a recognition award from Volunteering Canterbury for outstanding contributions at Blind Low Vision NZ. Her exceptional service made a remarkable difference in the lives of our members. Congratulations Paula!