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We strive for the equality of blind and partially sighted people in every aspect of society.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · Dec 3
We've created a UK Sight Loss Sector Starter Pack! As more of us join #BlueSky it's a great way to share news and updates relevant to #BlindAndPartiallySighted people.

DM us to join or follow here: go.bsky.app/3BLF1ot
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It’s Student Volunteering Week! We’re celebrating our brilliant Student Volunteers at TPT. They share lived experience to shape our work, influence policy, speak at events and support STEP. Huge thanks! Blind or partially sighted students: get involved: volunteering@pocklington.org.uk
Text reads: "Happy Student Volunteering Week. Thank you to our student volunteers at TPT". The TPT logo is above the text. At the bottom, there is an Illustrated row of raised hands in different shades of green, reaching upward.
February 10, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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Get Set Progress internship is more than work experience. From expert-led training days to meaningful placements, it builds confidence and careers for BPS people. Employers across the UK can get involved. Learn more and sign up to host an intern via: https://tinyurl.com/693svrb9
A group of three interns, engaged in a lively conversation in an office setting. One holds a coffee mug and a long cane whilst talking and the others smile. A diverse group of people seated in a bright room with large windows attentively listening to a speaker at the front during a presentation and a dog resting on the floor. Close up of Ralphie, a ginger labrador guide dog wearing a red collar. Ralphie is laying down on blue carpet and looking away from the camera. Close up of Aleks. Aleks is wearing a smart, black and grey patterned shirt and is smiling at the camera
February 10, 2026 at 2:16 PM
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Sarah, our Employment Development Intern, shares her experience of job hunting as a disabled graduate and the frustration of filtering through the #DisabilityConfidentScheme. Supportive or a statistic?
Read her article here: https://ow.ly/X6zN50Y7lv8

#DisabilityEmployment #DisabledTalent
Sarah, a woman in her twenties, with shoulder-length brown hair wearing a maroon shirt standing outdoors near a brick wall and green plants.
February 6, 2026 at 10:05 AM
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Let’s Talk Jobs is back! This month: we’re discussing Civil Service careers. Join our employment team and ex-Civil Servant Nicola Blacker for a practical MS Teams session on applying as a blind or partially sighted person. Monday 9 Feb, 2–3pm. Register:https://tinyurl.com/ept3yx3w
Text reads: "Let's Talk Jobs! Your guide to a civil service career with Nicola, Monday 9 February, 2-3pm Sign up now!". The words live webinar are highlighted in red at the top with the TPT logo towards the top right. The bottom right features Nicola with blonde hair and a white shirt smiling.
February 5, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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On 12 Dec 2025, motivational speaker Nick Elston returned to deliver an inspiring and highly engaging online public speaking session for our interns, students, job seekers, volunteers, and staff.
Read more here: https://ow.ly/iFxy50Y7bOI

#SkillShare #GetSetProgress
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February 3, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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Will #Driverless cars make everyday travel easier and more accessible? We welcomed Waymo to talk to blind and partially sighted people to share how #AutonomousVehicles work and to ask practical questions about safety, booking journeys and real-world use.
Learn more here: https://ow.ly/HmUo50Y7skX
Driverless vehicle developer Waymo visits Thomas Pocklington Trust to discuss inclusive transport - Thomas Pocklington Trust
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February 2, 2026 at 10:19 AM
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You're a blind or partially sighted student, thinking about university and open days. You're not alone. Our latest podcast episode shares real stories from students just like you. Listen now to how Sarah, Bilaal, Yanan and Annie made open days work for them.
Listen now: https://tinyurl.com/yxw3zumu
January 30, 2026 at 11:40 AM
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Here’s a quick look at ChromeVox in the latest video in our 'Student Tech with Sydney' series. ChromeVox gives blind and partially sighted students spoken feedback, making it easy to navigate.
Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7fjSxuNXKw&list=PL0_CmFlTyKUjaWjzVedPYZ_NXa7mTQHC8&index=2
January 22, 2026 at 12:29 PM
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The Rodney Powell Awards 2026 celebrate the outstanding impact made by TPT & Sight Loss Councils volunteers. "Having been honoured with this award last year, it boosted my self-confidence and showed that my actions can make a difference!" Aleks T
Nominate a TPT volunteer: https://ow.ly/RhOp50Y0A5r
Aleks wears a brown plaid shirt and a beanie and is holding a transparent star-shaped award indoors with plants and shelves in the background.
January 21, 2026 at 12:32 PM
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How are your new year's resolutions looking? Don't worry, we're not judging! Here's a resolution you can keep, subscribe to Through Our Eyes, a podcast by and for blind and partially sighted students.
Listen now: https://thomaspocklingtontrust.podbean.com/

#StudentPodcast #DisabledStudents
January 20, 2026 at 9:15 AM
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Not a fan of typing on glass? You’re not alone.
Join us for Tech Friday 3.0 on  Fri 23 Jan
Hands-on buttoned phones for blind & partially sighted people. Try MiniVision 2, SmartVision 3, BlindShell & Big Purple Phone.
TPT Hub, 11am. Sign up 👉https://pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069021
Title reads: "Tech Friday returns!". Below reads: "fed up with typing on flat screens? Try buttoned phones designed for blind and partially sighted people, 23 January, 11am, Register to attend" with a right pointing arrow. Towards the right is a silver buttoned phone. The TPT and Sight and Sound logos are on the bottom left.
January 19, 2026 at 12:42 PM
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Visionary Online Session - Join NEW, FREE event for Visionary members:

4 Feb, 10AM to 11AM
Collaborative Employment Support – The Devon in Sight & Thomas Pocklington Trust Partnership

Works For Me service partnership, referrals, working practices etc

Register: https://www.visionary.org.uk/events/
Logos for Devon in Sight and Thomas Pocklington Trust.
January 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Join the 2026 series of STEP sessions supporting blind & partially sighted students moving into further or higher education. Sessions cover confidence, self-advocacy, assistive tech, socialising, and more. Dates: 28 & 29 Jan 2026. More info: https://tinyurl.com/4zapy3ny
#DisabledStudents
Student Transitions - Thomas Pocklington Trust
Discover our programme of events to support your transitions through education as a blind or partially sighted student, the topics of these sessions, and how to register.
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January 16, 2026 at 12:03 PM
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Rodney Powell Awards 2026 nominations are open🎉
Celebrating TPT volunteers making a real difference, from Sight Loss Councils to Student & Young Voices.
Know an individual or team to nominate? Deadline: 28 Feb 2026.
Nomination forms and guidance here:https://tinyurl.com/29wxke4e
'2025 Rodney Powell Awards. Nominations for this year's awards are now open! Closing date: 28th February 2026' The TPT logo is positioned at the top of the post. The text is decoratively positioned on a sparkly navy background.
January 13, 2026 at 12:57 PM
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Quick reminder: our Let’s Talk Jobs webinar is today at 2pm. We’ll explore the Get Set Progress Internship, hear from a current intern and share how we support blind & partially sighted people into paid work. Sign up👉 https://pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069021?event=701Pz00000pu4gM&tfa_168=6
Text reads: "It's today! Join our 'Let's Talk Jobs' webinar at 2pm and find out how the Get Set Progress Internship could work for you. 2 - 3pm. Last chance to sign up" with a right pointing arrow. The words: "Live Webinar" are highlighted in red about this. The TPT and GSP logos are at the bottom. Towards the top left features an image of five individuals laughing during a conversation.
January 12, 2026 at 1:42 PM
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Not a fan of typing on glass? You’re not alone.
Join us for Tech Friday 3.0 on  Fri 23 Jan
Hands-on buttoned phones for blind & partially sighted people. Try MiniVision 2, SmartVision 3, BlindShell & Big Purple Phone.
TPT Hub, 11am. Sign up 👉https://pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069021
Title reads: "Tech Friday returns!". Below reads: "fed up with typing on flat screens? Try buttoned phones designed for blind and partially sighted people, 23 January, 11am, Register to attend" with a right pointing arrow. Towards the right is a silver buttoned phone. The TPT and Sight and Sound logos are on the bottom left.
January 9, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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After more than 5 years of waiting, the Government’s response on pavement parking falls short. Local discretion is not enough and won’t keep blind and partially sighted people safe. We will continue campaigning for a national ban.
#EndPavementParking #AccessibleStreets #DisabilityRights
Andy Law, Policy and Campaigns Manager at TPT, Martha Foulds, Policy and Campaigns Coordinator at TPT, Paul Hsu, North London SLC, Bhavini Makwana, Policy and Campaigns Manager at TPT, Liam O'Carroll, Interim Engagement Manager for London Sight Loss Councils', and Shalini O'Kane, SW London SLC member, are stood outside Westminster holding cupcakes and candles, and a 5th birthday card with the words '5 long years of waiting'
January 8, 2026 at 5:07 PM
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Join our first Let’s Talk Jobs webinar of the year! Mon 12 Jan, 2–3pm. Learn about our Get Set Progress Internship, a 9-month paid opportunity for blind & partially sighted people to build career momentum. Register: https://pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069021?event=701Pz00000pu4gM&tfa_168=6
Title reads: "Let's Talk Jobs!". Below reads: "Start the year by exploring the Get Set Progress Internship. Monday 12 January, 2-3pm, Sign up now", with a right pointing arrow. Above the title the words "live webinar" are highlighted in red. Towards the top left features an image of the current GSP interns. The TPT and GSP logo's are at the bottom.
January 7, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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Braille is everyday access.
Access builds independence.
Independence builds employment.

Learn more about Get Set Progress: https://ow.ly/Nz3z50XNCYi
#BrailleMatters #InclusiveEmployment #WorldBrailleDay #Accessibility #DisabilityRights
January 5, 2026 at 10:25 AM
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Tomorrow is Christmas, and before the festive rush takes over your timelines, we just wanted to say:
 
Season’s Greetings from everyone at Thomas Pocklington Trust!
Wishing you a wonderful holiday filled with joy and rest. 🎄✨
Illustration of snowflakes falling on a navy background, with decorative rectangular graphical elements on the top right corner in blue and white. The TPT logo is placed near the bottom of the image followed by text which reads: Season’s Greetings from all at Thomas Pocklington Trust.
December 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Christmas opening hours update 🎄
From 3pm tomorrow, Wednesday 24 December, all our services will close for the holiday break. We reopen on Friday 2 January at 10am. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. See you in 2026! 🎄
Text reads: "We're closing for the holidays...All TPT and SLC services close: 24 December - 3pm. We re-open: 2 January - 10am. Happy holidays!". The TPT and SLC logo is below this. Around the graphic is tree branches with festive coloured lights.
December 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Early Christmas gift from our student voices! A bonus teaser of Through Our Eyes is live! A taste of what’s coming in the new year, plus candid moments that didn’t make the cut. Listen here or search for ‘Through Our Eyes’ on your favourite streaming platform: https://ow.ly/cWk350XM6Xm
Text reads: "Through Our Eyes Podcast: Teaser episode out now! Ever wondered what goes on behind the mic? Tune in for the laughs! Listen now on our website and all major streaming platform". Four social media icons are available below that you can listen on including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and YouTube. The TPT logo is on the top left. Towards the bottom right a phone showing the podcast on screen.
December 19, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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Fast forward to 2025 and the legacy lives on through the Equality Act, but the gap between the law and everyday experience is still far too wide.

Learn what employers can do today to avoid repeating history. https://ow.ly/TUTN50XGP1z

#DisabilityHistoryMonth #Employment #Blindness

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A slide in TPT navy blue brand colours, with a crisp modern navy font on a white background. Headline and text reads, Back to 2025. The legacy of the DDA lives on in the Equality Act 2010, neither are perfect and there is still a persistent gap between the law and people's everyday experience. A slide in TPT navy blue brand colours, with a crisp modern navy font on a white background. Headline and text reads, Back to 2025. Blind and partially sighted people continue to face inaccessible recruitment, delays to adjustments, and workplace systems that weren't designed with us in mind. A slide in TPT navy blue brand colours, with a crisp modern navy font on a white background. Headline and bulleted list reads, How Employers can Avoid Repeating History. Make recruitment accessible, offer adjustments upfront, use accessible tech and training, create clear progression routes, co-design policies with disabled staff. A slide in TPT navy blue brand colours, with a crisp modern navy font on a white background. Headline and text reads, Learn more at pocklington.org.uk/employment We provide programmes, support and guidance for employers wanting to create accessible workplaces for blind and partially sighted employees.
December 16, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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Looking for a Christmas gift that’s a little different this year? The Visually Impaired Sailing Association of Great Britain (VISA-GB) has just unwrapped its 2026 sailing programme, and it’s packed with brilliant adventures for visually impaired adults.

#Sailing #VISports
Text reads: "Ready for an adventure? If you're blind or partially sighted VISA-GB's 2026 trips are for you.Register by 31 December: membership@visa-gb.org.uk". TPT logo is on the top left and the VISA-GB's logo is on the bottom left. The bottom right features an image of a white and red sailing boat.
December 15, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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Rolling out across bus depots nationwide! We’ve again teamed up with DVSA, CPT, Brighton & Hove Buses and Bus Users UK on a new short film giving drivers tips to better support blind and partially sighted passengers. Showing at all bus depots soon, watch out!
Text reads: "Our video sharing top tips for bus drivers to help blind and partially sighted passengers will be shown on screens at every bus depot in England. #MakeBusesAccessible #InclusiveTravel". TPT and Sight Loss Council logos appear in the top left. On the bottom right, there is an image of a woman entering a bus. The bus driver is smiling warmly at her.
December 10, 2025 at 10:04 AM