Two of Ireland’s most prominent sports bodies Vision Sports Ireland (VSI) and Park Run are urging people with sight loss to get involved in sports activities, particularly running. Speaking at a presentation of 100 Sighted Guide Identity Bibs, Joe Geraghty, National Development Officer, VSI said; “Vision Sports and Parkrun are two vibrant national sports bodies …Read More about Vision Sports Ireland and Park Run Encourage VIP Runners
National Council for the Blind
Beyond the Darkness
Sally McEllistrim talks with Robbie Dowdall on adjusting to life after sight loss. Robbie Dowdall is a fighter. He has had to be as his life was thrown into turmoil when he lost his sight at just 18 following an horrific car crash. The 46 year old Tallaght man readily admits that he was full …Read More about Beyond the Darkness
NUIG Students complete project on public transport in Galway
This article was written by Hugh Bulfin, Rachel McLaughlin, Tara Ferry and Siobhan Quirke who are 3rd year occupational therapy students from National University Ireland Galway. They are currently completing a project about public transport for people with a visual impairment. It is interesting to read the team’s perspective and conclusions following their study. Studying …Read More about NUIG Students complete project on public transport in Galway
Get to Know Us in NCBI!
Kim Wulff has recently been appointed as Manager of NCBI’s National Rehabilitation Centre, Sally McEllistrim reports, Originally from Canada, Kim says that she decided to pursue a career as a Rehabilitation Worker when she experienced first hand the progress a close relative made in becoming independent. Kim says “I was very young when I watched …Read More about Get to Know Us in NCBI!
Fundraising dance in Tipp for NCBI
In March, despite the snowy conditions, a Fundraising dance took place in aid of NCBI. Thanks to the organisation of Mary Madden, a great crowd flocked to Fitzpatrick’s Country Club, Clonmore, Templemore to dance to The Brendan Lee Band. Organiser Mary Madden, who is well known in her home village of Clonmeen Co. Laois, said …Read More about Fundraising dance in Tipp for NCBI
Becoming a Regular Donor To NCBI
By donating to NCBI regularly, you will be contributing to the provision of NCBI’s life changing services. Our practical and emotional advice and supports help 8,000 people and their families face their futures with confidence every year. We help people deal emotionally with the diagnosis of an eye condition and the impact it will have …Read More about Becoming a Regular Donor To NCBI
Scope Ophthalmic’s support for Children’s Camps at UL
Scope Ophthalmic have teamed up with NCBI to support the delivery of our incredible Residential IT Camps for children with sight loss. The camps will take place in the University of Limerick this summer. Technology is the greatest equaliser for people who are blind or vision impaired, given the importance of IT and its significance in …Read More about Scope Ophthalmic’s support for Children’s Camps at UL
Sightlines – The ‘Pillar’ of Society
The European Pillar of Social Rights was jointly signed by the European Parliament, the Council, and the Commission on 17 November 2017, at the Social Summit for Fair Jobs and Growth, in Gothenburg, Sweden. The ‘Pillar’ of Social Rights sets out 20 principles for a fairer, more inclusive European Union (EU). By uniting and guiding …Read More about Sightlines – The ‘Pillar’ of Society
International Vision Impaired Runner Sinead Kane highlights the importance of Aniridia Day
The second annual Aniridia Day takes place today (21st June). This day aims to improve understanding of the rare genetic eye condition aniridia. Aniridia is a disease, present from birth that causes lack of irises (the colour) in the eyes. Without the iris to block out bright lights, people with aniridia find glare and sunshine …Read More about International Vision Impaired Runner Sinead Kane highlights the importance of Aniridia Day
BAI Consultation on Access Rules
The Broadcast Authority of Ireland (BAI) has launched its consultation on the draft Access Rules. The draft rules detail proposed new requirements in respect of the provision of subtitling, Irish Sign Language and audio description on Irish television services. The consultation is open until 27th July. The BAI issued a press release to announce the …Read More about BAI Consultation on Access Rules