Lancashire
Lancashire blind and partially sighted people have come together to increase the accessibility of services, through the launch of Lancashire Sight Loss Council (SLC).
Lancashire SLC is our third SLC in the north west, complimenting our Greater Manchester and Merseyside SLCs. It will bring the total number of Sight Loss Councils’ in England to over 18.
We are currently looking for new members to join us. If you are blind or partially sighted and passionate about creating positive change, we’d love to hear from you.
“We launched Lancashire Sight Loss Council in 2023, although we are still quite new, we have hit the ground running. Our fantastic volunteers have used their lived experience educate councillors and MPs in the local area on the challenges Blind & Partially Sighted people face.
“Our fantastic volunteers have a keen interest in Transport, hosting both a ‘Try the Bus’ and ‘Try the Train’ event to offer other blind and partially sighted people time to familiarise themselves with the layout of each mode of transport, learn more about navigational apps and support on offer when using the Transport network across the Lancashire area.
“Although Lancashire Sight Loss Council is still fairly new, we are looking forward to engaging with more local councils and business to increase the accessibility for Blind and Partially Sighted People.”
Kelly Barton, Engagement Manager (North West)
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.
‘Being a member of Lancashire Sight Loss Council is very rewarding. I feel that I am part of the positive change in making public transport for blind and partially sighted people more accessible in my local area.
“I joined Lancashire Sight Loss Council when attending a local ‘Meet the Bus’ event.
“Since then, I have been a part of the planning for the next ‘Try the Train’ event. It’s so rewarding to know I play a key role in creating real change for local blind and partially sighted people and beyond.”
Steph Syson, Lancashire Sight Loss Council member
This is your chance to develop your skills and influence positive change.
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. Whether you’re interested in public speaking or honing your social media skills, there’s something for everyone to get involved in.
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