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
We’re saddened to announce that Melanie Ramey, Vice Chair of the Council’s Board of Directors, passed away last month at the age of 87. A long-time Madison resident, Melanie was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas and lived a life of advocacy, leadership and mentorship. Melanie lived her life in service of others. A Freedom Rider… Continue Reading Remembering Council Board Member Melanie Ramey
It’s important to have your eyes checked by a professional on a regular basis to monitor eye health. Catching problems early helps preserve as much vision as possible. But because there are several different kinds of vision specialists, it can be hard to know who to see. Will you be best served by an ophthalmologist… Continue Reading More Than Just “Eye Doctors”: Know the Right Vision Specialist for Your Needs
Are you an artist who is blind or low vision? We are now accepting submissions for our 2026 Gallery Night, taking place Friday, November 6. “We are so privileged to feature the work of blind and low vision artists from around Wisconsin at our annual Gallery Night,” says Executive Director Denise Jess. “Their pieces are… Continue Reading Attention Artists: Submit Your Work for 2026 Gallery Night
This session will explore free screen reader options for Windows users, such as NVDA and Windows Narrator.
Make sure you have a plan for voting in the August Primary.
Dining in the Dark is an experiential dinner that challenges attendees to rethink the importance of vision in the food experience.
Are you an artist who is blind or low vision? We are now accepting submissions for our 2026 Gallery Night,… Continue Reading Attention Artists: Submit Your Work for 2026 Gallery Night
Are you passionate about advancing the Council’s mission? We are currently accepting applications to join our Board of Directors. This is a volunteer position for a three-year beginning in January of 2027. Continue Reading Put Your Skills to Work as a Council Board Member
The Council is looking for spring, summer, and fall help with maintaining our small garden and flower beds. Email [email protected] for more… Continue Reading Volunteer Gardener
