Derbyshire
Derbyshire Sight Loss Council brings together blind and partially sighted volunteers who are passionate about improving accessibility and creating positive change across the county.
Members use their lived experience to influence local services and ensure the voices of blind and partially sighted people are heard. We are currently focused on accessible public transport and health, working with transport operators, healthcare providers and local organisations to improve accessibility and increase understanding of sight loss.
Alongside these national priorities, we also support projects that improve access to sport and leisure opportunities, helping to create more inclusive communities across Derbyshire.
By combining lived experience with an approachable and collaborative way of working, Derbyshire Sight Loss Council helps enable positive conversations, remove barriers and create meaningful change for blind and partially sighted people across the county.
“Hi, my name is Matt Harrison and I am the Engagement Manager for East Midlands.
“Following the successful launch of Nottinghamshire SLC in 2023, I am really pleased that we launched Derbyshire council in the summer of 2024.
“I am really passionate about promoting equity for blind and partially sighted people. Whether it is regarding accessible transport, the built environment, health, retail, arts and culture, or sport and leisure, if you feel the same, we’d love to hear from you.”
Why should I volunteer?
If you want to make a real difference in your local area on the issues that affect blind and partially sighted people, joining our Sight loss Council could be the perfect volunteering opportunity for you.
You will work with policy makers and local service providers to improve access for blind and partially sighted people in your local community. It is also a great opportunity to come together with other blind and partially sighted people in your area.
This is your chance to develop your skills and influence positive change.
“By joining Derbyshire Sight Loss Council, I hope to raise awareness of the barriers blind and partially sighted people may encounter, and how we can overcome them.
“I want to champion quality of life initiatives to improve independence for people with sight loss.”
Dannie Gage, Derbyshire SLC volunteer
Hear from our volunteers about why you should join us
Training and development
It’s really important to us that you get as much as possible out of volunteering. You’ll receive relevant training and the opportunity to learn and/or enhance your skills. Anyone can get involved, whether they are interested in public speaking or honing their social media skills.
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