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We were delighted to attend the Joint Committee on Education today to discuss the needs of blind and vision impaired students in education. We have been chasing this for over a year, thank you to Tara for walking Eithne through every stage of our submission and to all on the committee for giving us this… Continue Reading Oireachtas Committee
We had a wonderful day in Griffith College hearing from Mark Pollock, Bobbie Hickey, Caoimhe Grogan, Shane Early and Helena Mollogan. 115 lucky people got to hear these 5 speak honestly on the challenges they have encountered , but also their funny, honest and practical solutions to these issues. We also got to meet service… Continue Reading Life Through Our Eyes Conference
People with vision impairments often face misconceptions. Many assume that if someone isn’t using a cane or guide dog, they don’t have a disability, or that they’re limited to certain jobs. Some even believe that blind individuals can’t pursue education or that their abilities are inherently limited. These misunderstandings lead to their talents being underestimated.… Continue Reading Conference September 28th
Exciting news! Eithne Walsh has successfully reached the summit of Kilimanjaro!! That’s a legend right there. For those who don’t know, Eithne is also a coach for the Inbhear Dee Athletics Club in Wicklow Even on the mountain, she found time to showcase their new XC24 squad camp shirt. What an inspiration! Thank you so… Continue Reading Mount Klimanjaro
Podcast: Wednesday’s Nine Til Noon Show – Highland Radio – Latest Donegal News and Sport With Barbie still the talk of the town, Féach was invited onto Highland Radio to chat about Féach, inclusion, representation and Barbie of course! (9 minutes in)
We are delighted to see the further expansion of the free travel scheme. In 1997, Féach campaigned successfully to have blind and visually impaired people included in the free travel scheme. This is a common sense expansion that will particularly benefit people disabilities who cannot drive due to medical conditions and use public transport to… Continue Reading Free Travel Scheme
And she’s off! Eithne is packed and ready for her adventure! Stay tuned for updates! kilamanjaro
A lot of great things are happening for Féach at the moment. We met with Dr Patricia McCarthy and Dr. Aoife Lynam of Trinity College Dublin, to discuss the upcoming research Patricia will be leading on “Insights into the Lived Experiences for Blind and Visually Impaired School-Aged Children in Ireland. The research is funded by… Continue Reading TCD research
We are thrilled to announce the launch of “Our Vision, Our Voice,” a groundbreaking campaign dedicated to creating positive change for future college students with vision impairments. This project is powered by the voices and stories of young people themselves, aiming to illuminate their college experiences, the challenges they faced, and their incredible journeys of… Continue Reading Our Vision, Our Voice
Representation is so important. Matel has announced it’s newest Barbie doll, who is visually impaired. Barbie has a cane, dark glasses and a tactile outfit. Listen to Niamh King one of our parents talk to RTEs Morning Ireland of the impact a simple thing like a blind Barbie can make. Well done Niamh CLICK HERE… Continue Reading New Barbie
