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Navigating gyms can be challenging for #blind and #PartiallySighted people. #SouthEast London SLC is back with another vision awareness session to #MakeSportsAccessible. 🏋️‍♂️

Laurence Leahy: "I learned many simple things, like introducing yourself. We, as sighted people, take a lot for granted." 💡
From left to right: members Steve and Leanne sitting next to SLC Coordinator Liam on a bench with the word 'Better' printed in light green on a white wall behind them. Two female attendees dressed in black sports clothing. The lady on the left is guiding a lady next to her who is wearing sim-specs simulating misty vision. The same two female attendees walking along a corridor. SLC member Steve is walking with a male attendee behind them.
March 20, 2025 at 9:04 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
🎉 Join us for Lancashire SLC's Let’s Get Active – a free multi-sport taster day for #blind and #PartiallySighted people in Blackburn! Try chair yoga, tai chi, football, tennis & more.

📅 Sat 18 Oct | 10 till 4
📍 Blackburn Central High School
👉 Register: sightlosscouncils.org.uk/events

#SportsForAll
September 5, 2025 at 4:40 PM
littlebeelight.bsky.social
I took this a few days back, this is at Gortmore (Northern Ireland), in the evening!

#partiallysighted
#eveningphoto
October 22, 2024 at 3:53 PM
slcouncils.bsky.social
#GreaterManchester SLC members attended the public consultation for #Manchester Oxford Road Station's Remodelling Scheme. They reviewed proposals, sharing insights on how to #MakeTransportAccessible for #blind and #PartiallySighted commuters. Have your say by 28 Feb: https://bit.ly/4bcxF2H
Greater Manchester members Abu and Richard standing beside a banner reading 'Manchester Oxford Road Station Remodelling Scheme'.
February 18, 2025 at 1:33 PM
visionaryuk.bsky.social
Congratulations to @britishblindsport.org.uk on their 50th anniversary! In celebration, they have launched new membership tiers supporting and empowering #blind and #PartiallySighted people in the UK to participate in #sport and physical activity.

Read more: www.visionary.org.uk/latest/briti...
British Blind Sport launches new membership tiers in celebration of 50 years of BBS - Visionary
British Blind Sport (BBS) is delighted to announce the launch of our new membership tiers as part of our 50th anniversary celebrations, highlighting our commitment to supporting and empowering blind.....
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April 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM
kellybarton.bsky.social
Navigating parks, open spaces & urban areas can be challenging for #Blind and #PartiallySighted people.

Yesterday Greater Manchester @slcouncils.bsky.social delivered a guided walk (using sim specs) to members of the North West Landscape architects: the very people who design all of these area.
SLC member Mary walking with a landscape architect in Piccadilly Gardens Engagement manager Kelly walking with two participants one is guiding and one is wearing sim specs Group of participants chatting during the walk SLC Coordinatoe walking with one of the participants
March 6, 2025 at 10:19 AM
kellybarton.bsky.social
How do you get round a train station when you’re #blind or #PartiallySighted?

Yesterday Lancashire @slcouncils.bsky.social
went along to #Blackpool North train station to have a go at using ‘Goodmaps’ an indoor navigation app to see if it was possible to navigate the station independently
Four people standing together in a spacious, well-lit indoor area with a high ceiling and large windows. The person on the left is a young man wearing sunglasses, a red and black jacket, and holding a white cane. Next to him is a woman with blonde hair, wearing a pink jacket and holding a pink cane. The third person is an older woman with white hair, wearing glasses, a scarf, and a light jacket, also holding a white cane. The person on the right is a young man wearing a white cap, a white T-shirt, and a backpack. All four are holding smartphones. The background shows a modern interior with signs and a "Le Feast" restaurant visible. A person wearing a red and navy blue jacket is standing in a train station, holding up a smartphone. The person is wearing sunglasses and appears to be taking a photo or video with the phone. The station has a high ceiling with large windows allowing natural light to enter. In the background, there are ticket barriers and a few people walking around. There are signs for tickets and directions, and a large advertisement is partially visible on the wall. The floor is tiled in a light gray color with darker gray sections. An older woman with short white hair is standing in a spacious train station. She is wearing a light-colored jacket with black accents and a blue and black scarf. She holds a white cane in one hand and a smartphone in the other. The station has a high ceiling with large windows allowing natural light to fill the space. There are benches nearby and a large mural on the wall depicting the skyline of Blackpool, including the Blackpool Tower and a Ferris wheel. Several people are visible in the background, and there are various signs and advertisements on the walls.
March 21, 2025 at 9:12 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
Are you #blind or #PartiallySighted? Join #London SLCs in #SouthEast & #SouthWestLondon! 🌟 We're recruiting new members, particularly those in Lambeth, Lewisham, & Richmond. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Ige7Ox #SightLossCouncils #VisionForChange #JoinUs
Graphic with a dark blue background and the Sight Loss Councils’ circular emblem of light blue dots in the top right corner. It features a quote in light blue text that reads, “I believe in the power of peer support, and being a Sight Loss Council volunteer embodies this”. Below the quote, bold text says, “Steve, South-East London SLC volunteer”. In the bottom right corner, there is a small circular photo of Steve, a white middle-aged man with short dark hair and a beard.
March 14, 2025 at 7:35 PM
visionaryuk.bsky.social
Join us this week in our FREE, peer support forums and NEW event for members.

• VI Insight Hub - Launch of Education Report
• #Rehab Forum
• #Blind and #PartiallySighted #Leaders Forum

#BetterTogether and #StrongerTogether.

visionary.org.uk/events/
Events - Visionary
visionary.org.uk
February 10, 2025 at 9:16 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
Last chance to apply! Applications close today 18 Aug for the Sight Loss Councils Co-ordinator role (Yorkshire & Humberside). Support #blind & #PartiallySighted volunteers driving change in their communities. Apply now 👉 f.mtr.cool/grlunmtdfn

#SightLossCouncils #Jobs #Inclusion #SLCoordinator
pocklington.bsky.social Thomas Pocklington Trust @pocklington.bsky.social · Aug 18
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
Vacancy advert graphic with large bold text reading: “We’re Hiring!” To the right is a megaphone icon and the Thomas Pocklington Trust logo. Below, in bold, it says “Sight Loss Councils Co-ordinator (Yorkshire & Humberside)”. Smaller text lists: Location – Home-based, with travel across Yorkshire & Humberside; Salary – Up to £28,000; Permanent, full-time or part-time (up to 36 hours/week). A circular frame in the bottom right contains a smiling woman wearing smart business attire. A dark button
August 18, 2025 at 9:54 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
#London SLCs secure Voi as the 3rd signatory to our E-Bike Charter, committing to six principles to #MakeStreetsAccessible for #blind & #PartiallySighted pedestrians. Voi's signature coincides with its 'responsible e-bike pilot' launch in #Ealing, marking designated parking areas. bit.ly/43EGnVe
A white man fastens a black helmet while sitting on an orange Voi e-bike, preparing to cycle off. He is smartly dressed in beige chinos and a navy jacket.
May 20, 2025 at 1:29 PM
visionaryuk.bsky.social
Visionary Online Session – Join forum, FREE for Visionary members:

#Blind and #PartiallySighted #Leaders Forum with Nina Chesworth at @visionaryuk.bsky.social
13 Feb, 1 PM to 2 PM

Sharing tools and techniques for fostering a positive planning mindset.

Register: www.visionary.org.uk/events/
Outline of a person with 3 stars at the bottom.
February 13, 2025 at 11:14 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
#Merseyside delivered a vision awareness session to HTL Buses to #MakeBusesAccessible for #blind and #PartiallySighted people. HTL staff wore 'sim specs' to simulate eye conditions and SLC members shared experiences to highlight challenges of bus travel and solutions. 🚍👓
A male HTL staff member is wearing sim specs while walking onto a bus. Another male colleague stands behind him and guides him to his seat. From left to right: A male HTL staff member dressed in a high-vis jacket is wearing sim specs and sitting a the front of the bus. His male colleague, who is also wearing a high- vis jacket, is standing next to where he is sitting. SLC member Mick stepping off the bus with his guide dog. Group photo of Merseyside SLC members and HTL staff sitting on a bus.
May 5, 2025 at 11:18 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
Know a SLC or @pocklington.bsky.social volunteer who’s made a difference to #blind and #PartiallySighted people? Nominate them for the #RodneyPowellAwards! SLC member, Sam helped Essex Police create a procedure for BPS people to verify officers. Nominate by 9 Feb: https://bit.ly/4h41bcD
Graphic with a dark blue background and light blue circular pattern in top right corner representing SLC’s branding. White text reads, “As a member of Essex Sight Loss Council, a small, extremely hard-working group of volunteers, to even be nominated was a complete honour. To be shortlisted was a total surprise, and now to be a winner – words cannot truly express my feelings.” Below the quote says, “Sam, Essex Sight Loss Council volunteer.” The bottom right corner shows a photo of Sam.
February 7, 2025 at 9:30 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
South-East London SLC delivers VI awareness sessions to leisure centres across the region. These sessions raise awareness of barriers faced by #blind & PartiallySighted people and educate staff on improving #accessibility. Help make a difference: https://bit.ly/4lbEiXs
Group shot of 12 people including SE London SLC members and staff at Sidcup Leisure standing in front of a table and smiling at the camera. Two male staff members, wearing simulation glasses, and trying to read labels in small print. Two male staff members, wearing simulation glasses, and trying to read labels in small print. Two male staff members in Life Guard uniforms walking along a corridor. One staff member is guiding his colleague who is wearing simulation glasses.
March 31, 2025 at 10:40 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
Are you #blind or #PartiallySighted? Join us as an SLC Projects (Resources) Intern! 9 months, home-based with travel. Apply by 14 July. More info: pocklington.org.uk/about-us/workattpt
Working at Thomas Pocklington Trust - Thomas Pocklington Trust
Looking for meaningful work? Join us at Thomas Pocklington Trust and help break down barriers for blind and partially sighted people.
pocklington.org.uk
July 4, 2025 at 4:58 PM
slcouncils.bsky.social
#NorthWest SLCs recently supported the development of in-app audio descriptions with
@henshaws.bsky.social and Minds Eye Audio Description, meaning that #blind and #PartiallySighted visitors can now navigate Ordsall Hall and Salford Museum independently. Learn more!
North West SLCs and local arts venues work to enable independent navigation of their sites - Sight Loss Council
North-West Sight Loss Councils (SLCs) have been supporting Ordsall Hall and Salford Museum and Art Gallery in Greater Manchester to develop in-app audio descriptions.
bit.ly
April 17, 2025 at 8:49 AM
kushan.wtf
An annoyingly small percentage of games let you scale the UI beyond 100% and an even smaller subset of those actually bothered to test that it doesn't break the UI in the process.

#partiallysighted #disabled #accessibility
March 30, 2025 at 9:29 AM
genealgenie.bsky.social
Partiallysighted Faith
August 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM
slcouncils.bsky.social
🎉 Are you #blind or #PartiallySighted & want to try a new sport in a fun & supportive environment?

Join #Lancashire SLC on 18 Oct, 10am–4pm at #Blackburn Central High School for a Lets Get Active day! 🏓

Try inclusive goalball, judo, tai chi, tennis, & more.

🔗 Book your place: bit.ly/4g6WFLe
Get moving with Lancashire Sight Loss Council's Let's Get Active day - Sight Loss Council
Are you blind or partially sighted? Have you ever wanted to try a new sport or just fancy a fun, active day out? Come and join Lancashire Sight Loss Council on Saturday, 18 October, 10am to 4pm, for o...
www.sightlosscouncils.org.uk
September 2, 2025 at 8:45 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
🚌 At #Runcorn, #ArrivaBus drivers learned what it’s like as a #blind or #Partiallysighted passenger using simulation glasses, canes & our lived experience. Drivers then shared ideas for more inclusive journeys. Want to increase access? Free training materials: bit.ly/3zwOF5u #MakeTransportAccessible
Inside a bus, several people wearing bright orange safety vests are seated and standing. One person (pictured left) is SLC Engagement Manager Kelly Barton. She is holding a pink mobility cane near the front. SLC member Mick sits with a guide dog lying on the floor on the right. The other three people are from the bus depot. The bus interior has blue patterned seats and yellow handrails. Three bus drivers in orange safety vests are gathered in a break room, two seated and one standing behind them with arms resting on their shoulders. A fourth person is at a table in the background. On the table in the foreground is a case containing simulation glasses, along with a cup and saucer. A bus driver wearing an orange safety vest and simulation glasses is stepping onto a bus using a white mobility cane. Several others in orange vests are behind, and a guide dog is visible near the doorway. The bus entrance has a red floor ramp, and another bus is parked outside.
November 5, 2025 at 10:02 AM
slcouncils.bsky.social
#Merseyside SLC visited Mere Lane Medical Centre to delivered a vision awareness session, promoting the Accessible Information standard #AIS for #blind and #PartiallySighted patients. Learn more: bit.ly/3BRJYSk #MakeHealthAccessible
February 19, 2025 at 6:10 PM
slcouncils.bsky.social
🌟 Want to make a difference for #blind & #PartiallySighted people? Join our growing network of Sight Loss Council volunteers. We're recruiting in Hampshire, Lancashire, Sussex, SE & SW London, Staffordshire, West & South Yorkshire and more.👉 Apply: sightlosscouncils.org.uk/join-us

#VisionForChange
September 10, 2025 at 10:04 AM
timewediscuss.bsky.social
Being blind is not a disadvantage! 9/11 survivor, Michael Hingson of Accessibe talks to us about misconceptions of blind workers and the challenges imposed by organizations. The content in this episode is powerful and unanticipated. Do NOT miss this one!

#partiallySighted #worldsightday #visionloss
March 2, 2025 at 4:11 PM
slcouncils.bsky.social
🌟 Care to dance? Join us for a Multi-Sport Taster Event! 🌟 

Are you #blind or #PartiallySighted and curious about trying ballroom dancing, cricket, tennis, yoga, or climbing? 

🗓 12 July 2025 🕙 10am - 4pm 📍 Ponds Forge, Sheffield 

Don't miss out! https://bit.ly/445DdKA🏃‍♂️🏏🧘‍♀️
Multi-sport taster event for blind and partially sighted people across Yorkshire and Humberside - Sight Loss Council
Are you blind or partially sighted (BPS) and interested in ballroom dancing, cricket, tennis, yoga, or climbing at our multi-sport taster event?
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June 28, 2025 at 9:02 AM