Take Action on Pedestrian Safety in Your Community
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
ADVOCACY
A cornerstone of the Council’s mission since its founding
Legislative advocacy has been a cornerstone of the Council’s mission since its founding in 1952. The Wisconsin Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired advocates for Wisconsin residents who are blind/visually impaired on issues involving local, state and federal rules, regulations, initiatives, policies and legislative proposals.
The Council is a strong proponent of legislative initiatives that promote the dignity and empowerment of Wisconsin citizens who are blind/visually impaired.
Legislative Priorities
Learn more about our legislative priorities.
Visit the Wisconsin State Legislature Website to find your representatives.
Or call the Legislative Hotline at 800-362-9472.
Take Action
Know Your Rights at the Polling Place on Election Day
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
Advocacy Discussion Group Offers a Space for Learning, Support and Action
For several years, the Council has hosted regular online low vision support groups to connect people who are blind or… Continue Reading Advocacy Discussion Group Offers a Space for Learning, Support and Action
Advocacy Coalitions
A non-partisan effort to increase voting turnout and participation in the electoral process among members of Wisconsin’s disability community.
A coalition that seek ways to combat the root causes and adverse consequences of social isolation and loneliness among older adults and people with disabilities in Wisconsin.
A coalition of 25 local and statewide organizations working to ensure taxpayer-funded transportation is responsible and not wasteful.
Issue Briefs
You can view and download our legislative briefing documents covering Accessibility & Civil Rights, Education, Employment, Healthcare, Transportation, and Accessible Absentee Voting.
Insurance Coverage of Vision Services
Advocacy Resources
Advocates for change in government programs and maintains the belief that all blind people have a place in society.
Provides advocacy for all ages and fights for the rights of all blind people.
Promotes the dignity of blinded veterans and helps them integrate into the community by helping them work alongside sighted peers.
Works to help those who are blind attain equal treatment in all realms of life.
The ADA is a law that passed in 1991 which protects those with disabilities. ADA Great Lakes increases awareness and knowledge to achieve voluntary compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Ensures those with a disability are able to live with dignity and provides support for individual’s legal rights.