To promote the dignity and empowerment of the people of Wisconsin who are blind or low vision 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
Smart glasses, like Meta Glasses and EchoVision Glasses from AGIGA, are becoming an increasingly mainstream technology. These glasses can be an immensely useful tool for people with vision loss, even models that were not originally designed as an assistive technology. But as they become more widely used, misconceptions about what they can and can’t do… Continue Reading Busting Myths About Smart Glasses
Join us on Friday, November 6 for Gallery Night! This annual event will take place at our offices in downtown Madison from 5 to 9 p.m. This year, we are featuring the works of 13 artists from across Wisconsin who are blind or low vision. Their work includes painting, photography, fiber arts, ceramics, metal art… Continue Reading Announcing Our 2026 Gallery Night Artists
The Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired is hiring an office lead to support our work by coordinating office operations, customer service, front desk functions, volunteer activities and building operations. This is a full-time non-exempt position based in Madison. This is an on-site position. Some remote work may be considered after an initial… Continue Reading Now Hiring: Office Lead
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, a time to raise awareness about pedestrian safety for everyone.
White Cane Safety Day is a time to advocate for and educate about the White Cane Law, promote welcoming communities, and make the world safer for people who are blind or low vision.
Each fall, the Council hosts a Gallery Night event to celebrate and showcase the work of Wisconsin artists with vision loss who create in a range of media.
The Council is one of more than 80 nonprofits participating in Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) workplace giving campaigns that… Continue Reading Small Gifts Can Make a Big Impact with Workplace Giving
October is a big month for pedestrian safety! The entire month is Pedestrian Safety Month and October 15 is White… Continue Reading Take Action on Pedestrian Safety in Your Community
Fall election season is almost here, when voters across the state will cast their ballots for a number of important… Continue Reading Know Your Rights at the Polling Place on Election Day
