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Technology, the Key to Independence

RNIB’s Technology Fair is Northern Ireland’s top tech event for people affected by sight loss. Bringing you skills and tools for modern living, this is the biggest showcase of assistive technology products for blind and partially sighted people in Northern Ireland and people like Sharon are delighted that it’s back and bigger than ever.

Posted Friday, 10 January 2025 News type: News story

RNIB NI Announce Richard Moore as an Ambassador

Sight loss charity RNIB Northern Ireland has paid tribute to Children in Crossfire charity CEO Richard Moore by making him an official Ambassador.

Posted Thursday, 28 November 2024 News type: Press release

The Power of Volunteering: Una’s Approach to Making a Difference

Una Mulgrew is a Community Connection Co-ordinator and Volunteer Manager at RNIB, based in Northern Ireland.

Posted Monday, 25 November 2024 News type: News story

Charles Bonnet Syndrome: ‘I can’t believe my eyes’

Charles Bonnet Syndrome Day takes place on 16 November and sight loss charity RNIB Northern Ireland is putting the spotlight on the rare syndrome that causes blind and partially sighted people to experience terrifying hallucinations.

Posted Wednesday, 6 November 2024 News type: News story

Lord Mayor supports campaign to ‘See Change’ for people with sight loss in Belfast

Despite legislation to protect the rights of disabled people, blind and partially sighted people still face inequality accessing information and services.

Posted Tuesday, 15 October 2024 News type: Press release

New Limavady Library Read Aloud sessions

People with sight loss in the Limavady and surrounding areas will now be able to enjoy new ‘Read aloud’ sessions in Limavady library, starting Thursday 19 September, thanks to a continuing partnership between Libraries NI and RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) in Northern Ireland.

Posted Thursday, 12 September 2024 News type: Press release

Children With Vision Impairment Are Missing out on Education

RNIB has published its latest Freedom of Information (FOI) report on education provision for children with vision impairment living in Northern Ireland. The sight loss charity urges the Minister for Education to act now and provide adequate funding for vital specialist support.

Posted Wednesday, 22 May 2024 News type: Press release

Top turn out for tech event in NI for people affected by sight loss

Yesterday (Wednesday 28 February), the Europa Hotel in Belfast played host to RNIB’s Technology for Life Fair - the biggest showcase of assistive technology products for blind and partially sighted people in Northern Ireland. The event brought together the industry’s leading suppliers of technology related products and services all under one roof.

Posted Friday, 1 March 2024 News type: Press release

NWRC becomes Northern Ireland’s first college to receive RNIB’s Visibly Better Employer Quality Standard

North West Regional College has become Northern Ireland’s first ever college to achieve the RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) ‘Visibly Better Employer’ standard.

Posted Monday, 12 February 2024 News type: Press release

Local bowlers get a shot at new Irish team

Four local bowlers with sight loss have been selected to take part in the first Irish disability bowls team.

Posted Tuesday, 23 January 2024 News type: News story