Welcome to Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired

MISSION

To promote the dignity and empowerment of the people of Wisconsin who live with vision loss through advocacy, education, and vision services.

Advocating for Wisconsin residents who are blind or visually impaired on local, state and federal issues

Teaching about the causes of vision loss, available medications and visual aids

One-on-one and group support for people who are newly diagnosed, including low vision evaluations, in-home visits and assistive technology

White Cane Safety Day

October 15
Statewide

October 15 of each year is a day the Council takes to educate about the White Cane Law and promote safe, welcoming communities.

Pedestrian Safety Month

Throughout October
Nationwide

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, a time to raise awareness about pedestrian safety for everyone, including people who are blind or low vision.

Fall Gallery Night

November 1
754 Williamson Street, Madison, WI

The Council has been exhibiting the work of artists who are blind or visually impaired at Gallery Night events in the fall for over a decade.