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The Council is Hiring! Now Accepting Applications for Executive Assistant Position

The Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired is seeking an executive assistant to provide high-level administrative and organizational support to the executive director, ensuring efficiency, effective communication and smooth operations across all executive functions. This is a 20-hour-per-week non-exempt position based in Madison. This role requires being extremely organized, detail-oriented, flexible, and a dedicated and… Continue Reading The Council is Hiring! Now Accepting Applications for Executive Assistant Position

Hadley Provides Virtual Training to People with Vision Loss Worldwide

Across Wisconsin, vision service providers like the Council are a vital in-person resource for people who are blind or low vision. But some people may prefer self-paced or remote services. The national nonprofit Hadley provides a wide range of high-quality educational programming to fit the needs of people with vision loss seeking to learn in… Continue Reading Hadley Provides Virtual Training to People with Vision Loss Worldwide

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Vision Services Providers Across Wisconsin Provide Critical Care

For people who are blind or low vision, it’s important to tap into vision rehabilitation services as early as possible to live their best life. The Council’s Vision Services team works hard to provide services for as many people as they can; last year they helped hundreds of people with access technology training, orientation and… Continue Reading Vision Services Providers Across Wisconsin Provide Critical Care

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Tips for Putting Healthy Food on the Table

During the winter months, it’s important to remember to take care of your body. That starts with making sure you are putting healthy food on your table. Eating a healthy and balanced diet instead of one high in heavily processed food is vital to keeping yourself happy and healthy all year long. We asked a… Continue Reading Tips for Putting Healthy Food on the Table

Ophthalmologists and Vision Rehab Go Hand-In-Hand in Addressing Your Vision Loss

Just as it’s important to see a vision rehabilitation professional when you begin to experience vision loss, it’s equally important to see an ophthalmologist regularly to ensure that you are getting the most out of your vision. An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor with advanced training in extensive eye and vision care who can diagnose… Continue Reading Ophthalmologists and Vision Rehab Go Hand-In-Hand in Addressing Your Vision Loss

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Help Us Meet the Needs of a Growing Population During The Big Share

The Big Share is just around the corner on Tuesday, March 3! The Big Share is an annual online day of giving organized by Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) to benefit the Council and other Wisconsin nonprofits making a difference in their communities and across the state. The Council is a proud CSW member, and… Continue Reading Help Us Meet the Needs of a Growing Population During The Big Share

Winter Issue of the Council Courier is Now Available

The Winter 2026 issue of the Council Courier newsletter is now available on our website. In this issue: 2025 Was Another Year of Hard Work and Growing Relationships Message from Executive Director Denise Jess Retiring Development Director Lori Werbeckes Reflects on Evolution of Council’s Approach to Fundraising Board Member Kole Torres Speaks Up on Pedestrian… Continue Reading Winter Issue of the Council Courier is Now Available

Be Sure You’re Registered for Statewide April Elections

The 2026 Spring General Election is on April 7. There will be one statewide election for state Supreme Court and likely a slew of local seats on the ballot. It is vital that you make your voting plan now to ensure that you are ready to vote on Election Day. Making sure you are registered… Continue Reading Be Sure You’re Registered for Statewide April Elections

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Applications for 2026 Council Scholarship Now Open

Attention students, families and teachers: We are now accepting applications for 2026 Council Scholarships! Every year, the Council provides scholarships for blind or low vision students who are Wisconsin residents and are enrolled in postsecondary education in the fall. Past recipients have used scholarship funds in a variety of ways to further their education. In… Continue Reading Applications for 2026 Council Scholarship Now Open

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Complete Trip Framework Promotes Accessibility from Beginning to the End

For nondrivers, including older adults, people who are blind or low vision and people with other disabilities, public transit and pedestrian infrastructure are essential to getting wherever they need to go. But even when a mode of transportation is available to a person’s destination, some portion of the trip may be inaccessible. Paying for bus… Continue Reading Complete Trip Framework Promotes Accessibility from Beginning to the End

Spring 2026 Issue of the Council Courier is Now Available

The Spring 2026 issue of the Council Courier newsletter is now available on our website. In this issue: Take Steps to Reduce Social Isolation After Losing Your Vision Message from Executive Director Denise Jess: Partnering with Eye Doctors to Build a Comprehensive Continuum of Care Advocacy Rules for 501(c)(3) Nonprofits Align with Council’s Mission There… Continue Reading Spring 2026 Issue of the Council Courier is Now Available

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Ask Candidates Focused Questions Ahead of Fall Elections

Wisconsin is gearing up for yet another statewide election season this fall. There will be a primary election on August 11, followed by the general election on November 3. In addition to a plethora of statewide elections for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Treasurer and statewide referendums, there will likely be races… Continue Reading Ask Candidates Focused Questions Ahead of Fall Elections