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
One-on-one and group support for people who are newly diagnosed, including low vision evaluations, in-home visits and assistive technology
As we enter the new year, we are pleased to welcome four new members to the Council’s Board of Directors. Each of our new board members brings unique experiences and backgrounds that will help the Council reach people who are blind or low vision from across all of Wisconsin. “The Board is pleased to welcome… Continue Reading A New Year Means a Warm Welcome to Our Four New Board Members
Louis Braille, who revolutionized the world for people who are blind with the invention of his raised dot writing system, was born on January 4, 1809. Every January, we recognize Braille Literacy Month to affirm the importance of braille, which has given countless people with vision loss access to written information over the decades. As… Continue Reading ABLE Provides Vital Braille Services During Braille Literacy Month…and the Rest of the Year
2024 is in the rearview mirror, and the Council is ready to dive into the new year with a strong-as-ever commitment to empowering people who are blind or low vision to live the life they choose. As we look ahead to 2025, we are excited to continue the work we’ve already started and bring some… Continue Reading The Year Ahead: 2025 Will Bring Renewed Focus on Collaboration, Learning, and Events Old and New
This support group is devoted to topics of interest to college and working age adults under 45.
Each year, the Council awards scholarships to students who are blind or low vision and who want to continue their education beyond high school and achieve their professional goals.
Online support group meets the second Monday of the month. Led by Vision Services staff. Open to all.
The Wisconsin Legislature is preparing for a busy year as lawmakers begin to craft a new two-year state budget. In… Continue Reading Governor Tony Evers to Lay Out Upcoming Budget and Policy Priorities
For several years, the Council has hosted regular online low vision support groups to connect people who are blind or… Continue Reading New Advocacy Discussion Group Offers a Space for Learning, Support and Action
Vision loss affects more than 110,000 people in Wisconsin. That number will continue to grow because of diseases like macular… Continue Reading Support the Council With a Year-End Gift
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Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired
