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RNIB report on improving audio description for documentary television programs
Audio description is described by Royal National Institute for the Blind (RNIB) as additional commentary for television programmes that explains what is happening on screen.
Report: Audio description on music concerts and videos
This report presents the findings of a study conducted to assess the interest in using audio description (AD) for music content broadcast on television or online streaming services, as well as suggestions for improving its quality.
TV Content Focus Group 1 (Sports) - Football matches on TV
In order to understand the viewing environment of the participants and whether it has any correlation with the style of commentary they prefer, participants were asked, generally, did they watch matches alone or with family and friends.
TV Content Focus Group 2 (Sports) - Major sports events
The purpose of this focus group was to explore blind and partially sighted people’s perspectives on watching live sports on TV and how they would like to see coverage made accessible and enjoyable. The session also explored blind and partially sighted people’s preferences for how audio description should be implemented on live sports coverage.
Accessibility of Football Broadcasts on TV Research Report
This report explores blind and partially sighted people’s experiences of watching football broadcasts on TV. It investigates people’s preferences for which commentary or audio description style is enjoyable, accessible and enables the match to be followed accurately.
Are you really listening?
The equipment needs of blind and partially sighted consumers for accessible and usable digital radio. Access to radio is key to the quality of life of blind and partially sighted people. Research shows that listening to the radio is a favoured and valued pastime for many.
RNIB Cymru Annual Impact Report 2022-2023
RNIB Cymru’s annual Impact Report showcases our work and achievements from April 2022 to March 2023 including information about campaigns, services and events.
Inclusive Journeys: Improving the accessibility of public transport for people with sight loss
Blind and partially sighted people tell us that better accessibility to transport and public places is the most important factor to improve their quality of life. However, many are not able to make the journeys they want to – 1 in 3 rarely or never use public transport. This limits their ability to work and participate in society.
What we know about education
Education is one of the known social determinants of health. School doesn’t only provide education, but helps with social, personal and technology skills that are used in employment, and everyday life.
Eye Work With You Too Research Project
Only one in four blind and partially sighted people of working age are in employment. This report aims to better understand the barriers faced by people with sight loss in the workplace.
