Vision 2020 Australia

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We look forward to embarking on our path to #Reconciliation and learning from the cultures and experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. @RecAustralia

The incredibly talented Wardaman and Yanyuwa woman and former NT Australian of the Year Dr @ShellieMorris also performed live for the audience, making the launch a meaningful affair for everyone present.

Vision 2020 CEO Patricia Sparrow was joined by Jaki Adams, Shaun Tatipata and Dr Shellie Morris at the launch of Vision our Reflection Reconciliation Action Plan at the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Eye Health Conference on Larrakia Country yesterday.

Vision 2020 Australia’s Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan is underpinned by our strong commitment to #Reconciliation and advocating for eye health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Read it here: #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">bit.ly/3MNCjqK#Always… 🖤💛❤️

Today marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week. This year’s theme is ‘Be Brave, Make Change’. At Vision 2020 Australia, we will strive to be brave & use our platform to make change today, and always.#NRW2022 #BeBraveMakeChange #ReconciliationWeek

Sorry is simply not enough.We commend the strength & determination displayed by them on the path towards #Reconciliation & in the healing process. #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe. 🖤💛❤️

On #NationalSorryDay we reflect on the injustices perpetrated on the Stolen Generations, their families & Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander communities. (1/2) #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe. 🖤💛❤️

Chairman The Hon Christopher Pyne (@cpyne) has a message from Kaurna Country for everyone on the occasion of Vision 2020 Australia's Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) launch today.

You can view our full RAP here: bit.ly/3MNCjqK

This is a milestone step towards our commitment to reducing current inequities in eye health and vision of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples; and supporting their right to self-determination. We look forward to reporting on our progress.

Today we are launching our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) at the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Eye Health Conference in Larrakia Country.

We are calling on the new MPs to prioritise eye care reform immediately. Our full list of asks here: bit.ly/3LECxAe

90% of all vision loss in Australia is preventable, but policy action on ensuring timely detection and treatment for Australians experiencing vision loss is long overdue.

Vision 2020 Australia congratulates @AustralianLabor, Prime Minister @AlboMP and the newly elected crossbenchers on their victory. I.D : Young girl wearing glasses with pink frames looking directly into the camera #auspol #Albo #Election2022

NSW mum Jess learned this the hard way when she went to Specsavers for an updated glasses prescription after procrastinating for years. 👇 7news.com.au/lifestyle/tiny…

⚠️ If you needed a sign to get your routine eye check up done ASAP, this is it! ️⚠️👁️ 90% of ALL vision loss in Australia is preventable or treatable with early detection, but delaying your eye check up and neglecting eye care can have serious consequences.

Find out more: accessibility.day #globalaccessibilityawarenessday #eyecare #eyehealth

Every year, we celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day to raise awareness around digital accessibility. To mark the occasion tomorrow, we're encouraging businesses and governments to ensure their digital resources are equipped with accessibility tools.

Did you know that people who are blind or have low vision can use computers and smartphones in almost the same ways as people with sight, thanks to digital accessibility tools? 📲🕶️