Remember Remember the 5th of November, but for a very different reason! It was an exciting day as we celebrated the launch of a report on Education Access in Ireland for students with vision impairment. The collaboration between Féach, @angeleyesni and Empatheyes was inspiring, bringing together our strengths to ensure that students with visual impairments… Continue Reading
Join Niamh and Laura as they give their POV as parents on Transitioning to Secondary Schools. Then Caimin and Lisa from Vison Ireland will share the practical advice, skills and preparation needed before your child/student starts 1st year. This free webinar is for Parents, Teachers, SETs and SNAs of 4th/5th & 6th class pupils Click… Continue Reading Webinars
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
And she’s off! Eithne is packed and ready for her adventure! Stay tuned for updates! kilamanjaro
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
On September 28th we are delighted to have the following speakers Mark Pollock Unbroken by blindness in 1998, Mark became an adventure athlete competing in ultra-endurance races across deserts, mountains, and the polar ice caps including being the first blind person to race to the South Pole. He also won silver and bronze medals for… Continue Reading Meet our Speakers
“Our Vision, Our Voice” – What an incredible project this is! This project centres around giving young vision-impaired students the same opportunities as their sighted peers by enhancing their chances of landing a job. Despite sitting alongside their sighted peers for four years or more, these students face significant challenges when it comes to employment.… Continue Reading Our Vision Our Voice – Leargas/Erasmus funding
Albinism Fellowship’s 2024 Ireland is running an event for children, young people and adults with Albinism and their families. A great chance to meet other people in the Albinism community and chat, with refreshments provided. Date: Saturday 8 June Time: 11am – 2pm Venue: Portlaoise Parish Centre, Stradbally Rd, Borris Little, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32… Continue Reading Condition Specific Events
