Sussex

Sussex Sight Loss Council brings together blind and partially sighted volunteers who are passionate about improving accessibility and creating positive change across the county.

We work with organisations from both the public and private sectors to ensure the voices of blind and partially sighted people are heard when decisions are made. Through collaboration with transport providers, local authorities, businesses, and service providers, we help raise awareness of the challenges people with sight loss face and influence improvements to local services.

Our current priorities include accessible transport and street safety, alongside local arts and culture projects that help improve accessibility and inclusion across Sussex. By sharing lived experience and building positive relationships with local partners, we help create a more inclusive Sussex for blind and partially sighted people.

“We work across the county and engage with organisations from both the public and private sector.

“We work with service providers to raise their awareness of the daily challenges and barriers blind and partially sighted people face.”

Dave Smith, Engagement Manager, South East England

Meet the members

 

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.

Join us

You will also 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.

“Sight loss councils are a great way to highlight and solve particular issues facing blind and partially sighted (BPS) people in their communities.

“Becoming a SLC member is a great way of giving something back to the BPS community and to meet new friends.”

Paul, Sussex 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.

Stay in the know

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