Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired (WCBVI) is seeking a Communications Director to begin working with us in August 2021. The Council strives to foster a culture of inclusivity, innovation and collaboration. We are seeking a dynamic and creative communications professional to complement our team. Continue Reading We are Hiring a Communications Director
Congratulations to our 2021 Excellence Awards recipients! The Council recognizes them for making an important difference in the lives of people who are blind or visually impaired. Continue Reading Announcing our Excellence Awards Recipients
The number of fully vaccinated residents across Wisconsin is now 30 percent. Yet, substantial COVID-19 vaccine accessibility hurdles remain for people who are blind or visually impaired. Registration accessibility remains a big issue. Also, non-drivers are facing problems securing transportation to vaccine appointments. Through its transportation, accessibility and health care advocacy… Continue Reading Advocating for Equal Access to the COVID-19 Vaccine
Council scholarship recipient Saree Behm is in her first year at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater where she lives in a dormitory on campus. A committed student, she is working towards a double major in Early Childhood Education with certifications in Early Childhood and Special Education.… Continue Reading Student Spotlight: Saree Behm
Accessible books and a new generation of listening devices are helpful for readers with limited vision. Almost any popular novel or nonfiction book, general interest and trade magazines, and newspapers are now available in a variety of accessible audio formats. Below we outline 10 different… Continue Reading Reading Devices and Services
Workplace giving is a convenient and safe way to donate to vetted local organizations doing good work in Dane County and beyond. More than 100 local businesses partner with Community Shares of Wisconsin for workplace giving. These businesses encourage their employees to donate any amount… Continue Reading Giving to the Council at Work
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