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As we approach the end of 2024, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with some of the world's leading sight loss charities to look back at the year and ahead to the next. They discuss the organisations challenges, highlights and memorable moments. Today, it's Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font.
Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with the team at British Blind Sport about their various events and opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to try some new sports and activities. This time they're looking at another free Have A Go Day and a swim gala for all abilities. If you'd like more info, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk You can also call 01926 424247 or email info@britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image Shows British Blind Sport Logo
It's 2010. Becky's a marathon runner, who's blind. She's after a new guide. Mark's a former 'Olympic Hopeful'. He's after a fresh chance at a medal.Together, they start training for the Paralympics…Tether, by Evening Standard Award-winner Isley Lynn, travels the miles and years of their partnership. It stars Mared Jarman and Tommy Sim'aan.Becky – Mared JarmanMark – Tommy Sim'aanNews Reporters – Cellan WynGemma and News Reporter – Anna SpearpointAccess Consultant – Margo CargillProduction Coordinator – Eleri McAuliffeSound Design by Nigel LewisDirected by Fay LomasA BBC Audio Wales production for Radio 4With thanks to Robert Matthews, Noel Thatcher, Nick Gleeson, George Ferguson, Carla Lever, Mike Lloyd, Metro Blind Sport, East London Vision, British Paralympic Association, British Blind Sport, Extant Theatre Company, Gareth Burrell, British Athletics, Irina Khapugina, International Paralympic Committee, Rafael Maranhao, Bethany Pitts, Lee Drage, Maisie Greenwood, Jon McLeod, Bruce Lynn.
Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with the team at British Blind Sport about their various events and opportunities for blind and partially sighted people, of all ages, to try some new sports and activities. This time they're looking at some Have A Go Days, the new game of Showdown and some sporty podcasts. If you'd like more info, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk You can also call 01926 424247 or email info@britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image Shows British Blind Sport Logo, Solid White Background, Eye Shape In The Centre Made Up of The Union Jack Flag, British Blind Sport Running Through The Middle
Sight Loss charity British Blind Sport, are supporting McDonald's Fun Football to deliver free football sessions to UK-based blind and partially sighted children who are aged five to 11. Barry Snell caught up with British Blind Sport's Head of Sport and Development, Ian Isham, to find out more. {Image shows a bold pink 5-lane running track, white lines divide the lanes as they disappear into the distance with See Sport Differently in black letters below}
If you've ever wanted to try your hand at a new sport then ‘Have a Go Days' from British Blind Sport are a great way to give something new a try. There are events across the UK this summer, as Hywel Davies has been finding out. For more information on upcoming 'Have a Go Days' visit the BBS website - 'Have a Go' Days | British Blind Sport
British Blind Sport are a charity which aims to make activities and leisure as accessible as possible for blind and partially sighted people. Their Workforce training programme shows providers how to make their facilities accessible and delivers training to help staff support visually impaired customers. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Frankie Rohan, from BBS, and Rob Clark, from Places Leisure, to find out more. For more information on British Blind Sport, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk For your nearest Places Leisure location, go to www.placesleisure.org #RNIBConnect Image: British Blind Sport logo. Three words written in capital letters: British (in red) Blind (in Navy) and Sport (in red again). 2 curved lines, one below, one above, give it a rugby ball like shape with the British flag as the pattern.
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. Our Paulina went along to capture all the action and also had a chance to speak to some very adorable attendees. Image shows British Blind Sport logo on the left and Scottish Disability Sport logo on the right. Both are atop a white background.
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. One of the activities on offer was Goalball. Find Glasgow Goalball on twitter/X on Facebook, or get in touch via email: glasgowgoalball@outlook.com Image shows Glasgow Goalball logo. On a navy background a simple lined sketch of a goalball ball with 'GLASGOW GOALBALL' written in two rows to the right of it.
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. One of the activities on offer was tennis. Image shows a large group of participants playing with audible tennis balls as they learn the techniques of VI tennis. [Image credit: BBS]
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. One of the activities on offer was judo. Image shows a group of participants learning judo techniques on the mat from a male coach in a gi. [Image credit: BBS]
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. Whilst there we spoke with Nathan and Hilary from Blind Ice Hockey UK about their club and aspirations for 2024. Image shows Blind Ice Hockey UK logo. A simple stick figure drawn in red and navy ice skating with a hockey stick in hand.
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. Whilst there, we spoke with Lynne Glen Head of Development at Scottish Disability Sport and Ian Isham, Head of Sport Development at British Blind Sport. Image shows British Blind Sport logo on the left and Scottish Disability Sport logo on the right. Both are atop a white background.
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. One of the activities on offer was Curling. Image: A female participant trying out curling with fellow participants in the background and a coach to her left hand side. [Image credit: BBS}
On Saturday 27 January, British Blind Sport together with Scottish Disability Sport hosted a 'Have a Go Day' in Glasgow's Emirates Arena. The event was an opportunity for blind and partially sighted people of all ages to try a sport they have never done before. Our Paulina was there and spoke with VI Judoka Kirsten Taylor who was there hoping to inspire others into the sport. Image shows Kirsten competing at World Championships 2022. She is wearing a white judo robe (judogi) with a brown belt. Her hair is sleeked back in a tight bun and she is holding onto the lapels of her opponent and seems to be midway through throwing them onto the mat. Her opponent has a dark navy judogi on with a black belt.
Barry Snell chats to British Blind Sport's participation officer Vicky Cook, to learn more about an upcoming 'Have A Go day' where members of the public are invited to try out various blind sports. The event is due to take place at the Emirates Arena in Glasgow on Saturday 27th January between 10am - 3pm. Learn more about British Blind Sport and the service they provide. {Image shows a bold pink 5-lane running track, white lines divide the lanes as they disappear into the distance with See Sport Differently in black letters below}
Each year, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with the Chief Executives of some of the world's leading sight loss charities. Today, he's talking with Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport, as they look back at the charity's year and ahead to 2024. Image shows the British Blind Sport logo.
As the 7th IBSA World Games drew to a close in Birmingham, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to the Chief Executive of British Blind Sport to reflect on a successful event. #RNIBConnect Image Show IBSA World Games 2023 Logo
Among the familiar sports of blind football, goalball and archery at the IBSA World Games in Birmingham, you'll also find some sports you might not be so familiar with. Hywel Davies has been speaking with Natalie Shaw from Team GB's Tenpin Bowling Team. For more information on tenpin bowling in the UK visit the British Blind Sport website - Bowling | British Blind Sport Image: Pins being knocked down at the bowling competition in Birmingham.
The charity British Blind Sport are hosting some fantastic sports for you to try if your blind or partially sighted. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Ian Isham, from British Blind Sport, to find out what's in store at the IBSA World Games venue at the University of Birmingham. #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB's Allan Russell with Ian Isham at the University of Birmingham IBSA Activation Zone
Tony Clark is the Chairman of British Blind Sport Tenpin and he's also competing for Team GB at this year's IBSA World Games, where Hywel Davies asked him about the sport in the UK. For more information on Tenpin Bowling, visit the British Blind Sport website - Bowling | British Blind Sport Image: Tony Clark about to release the ball at lane number 4 of the Hollywood Bowl in Birmingham.
Alaina MacGregor is the CEO of British Blind Sport and told Allan Russell about the preparation for the games, the opening ceremony and the importance of making sport and leisure accessible for all blind and partially sighted people Image shows Allan Chatting With Alaina MacGregor is the CEO of British Blind Sport
Blind and partially sighted football is a major part of this year's IBSA Games in Birmingham. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Phillipa Bass, from British Blind Sport, who's managing the football side of things… #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB's Allan Russell with Phillipa Bass BBS, Standing Outside the Football Players Changing Rooms
The IBSA World Games have launched in Birmingham and the competitions are already underway. Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport about the launch, the games and the drive to get more blind and partially sighted people into sport and leisure activities Image Shows RNIB's Allan Russell Chatting with Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport
To celebrate the kick-off of the 2023 IBSA World Games, Keith sits down with Alaina MacGregor, the CEO of British Blind Sport, and Monica Smith, the British B1 tennis champion, to talk about preparing for the Games and the importance of a sporting community for visually impaired people.
This week we're exploring IBSA World Games with a great chat with Alaina McGregor, the CEO of British Blind Sport before the games begin on Friday 18th! To find out more about the games, including how to get tickets and follow the events, visit: https://www.ibsagames2023.co.uk/
Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with the team at British Blind Sport to discuss some of their big stories, encourage you to come along to their events and look at ways to encourage blind and partially sighted people to get active, whatever their ability or fitness level. This month, their CEO, Alaina MacGregor, gives us the latest news on the IBSA World Games which start on August 17th in Birmingham and you can get tickets to the global event. If you'd like more info on the games, go to www.ibsagames2023.co.uk If you want to learn more about British Blind Sport, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk You can also call 01926 424247 or email info@britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image: British Blind Sport logo.
The ‘See Sport Differently' campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Hywel speaks to British Blind Sport's Ian Isham about the impact of the campaign so far. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, thy take the shape of a running track. Beneath: 'See Sport Differently' written in black.
British Blind Sport run Have A Go Day taster sessions across many locations, giving blind and partially sighted people the chance to try different activities, with opportunities to take them up on a more regular basis. There's also going to be a, similar, Activation Zone at August's IBSA World Games in Birmingham. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Ian Isham and Victoria Cook to find out more about the free sessions. If you'd like more info on accessible sports, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk For more details on the World Games in Birmingham, go to www.ibsagames2023.co.uk #RNIBConnect Image Shows A Eye Shape Logo, Using the Union Flag Colours and Design of Red, White and Blue, with British Blind Sport Running Through the Centre of the Eye, Side to Side, British Blind Sport is in Bold Capital Letters, British is Red in Colour, Blind is Blue, Sport Being Red.
Alice Findlay, RNIB Customer Voice Insight Coordinator shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in with RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey. Opportunities highlighted this week included: See Sport Differently Programme Involvement Opportunities RNIB have teamed up with British Blind Sport to launch our new See Sport Differently campaign. Blind and partially sighted people are twice as likely to be inactive than people without sight loss, and so the goal of the See Sport Differently Programme is to tackle the barriers around awareness, confidence and information to get more blind and partially sighted people feeling the physical, mental and social benefits of sport and exercise. The RNIB are looking for people with sight loss to act as See Sport Differently Champions. You may be someone who takes part in local sport or physical activity and happy to share your experiences with other blind and partially sighted people. The RNIB would be hoping that you might be able to offer informal peer support and encouragement to others who are taking those first steps to get active. There are more ways of taking part in the programme, from signing up as a See Sport Differently champion, to sharing your story, joining a focus group, or helping the RNIB evaluate the programme. There are lots of ways to get involved and you don't need to be sporty or active to take part. Contact the team via email seesportdifferently@rnib.org.uk to find out more about current opportunities. Visual Impairment among Chinese Communities in the UK BRAVO VICTOR (a sister charity of Blind Veterans UK) are currently recruiting adults aged 18 and over who are Chinese or of Chinese heritage and have a visual impairment to take part in a research interview. A recent review found that very little research has explored the everyday experiences of adults from different ethnic communities in the UK who have a visual impairment. Considering that some groups may be at greater risk of visual impairment and the health inequalities experienced by different ethnic communities, it is important that they are included in research and their voices are heard. The aim of this research is to explore the experiences of individuals with visual impairment in Chinese communities in the UK, including their support needs and access to services. By understanding these experiences, BRAVO VICTOR hope to identify areas where improvements can be made to better support Chinese adults with visual impairment. If you are interested in taking part or have any questions, please email Yanan Yu via Yanan.yu@bravovictor.org or call 020 7550 4049. All research information and materials are available in Chinese simplified. Lambeth Council Accessibility Working Group MP Smarter Travel are currently working with the Transport team for Lambeth Council, London, on the delivery of an Accessibility Working Group. As part of the Equalities Act 2010, Lambeth Council want to ensure that all proposed infrastructure in the borough meets the requirements for disabled individuals. Visually impaired individuals can experience infrastructure differently to others and this can restrict their experience and freedom of travel. Whether this is kerbs, tactile paving, junctions and crossings, or access to buses. Accessibility working group members will meet monthly to discuss proposed infrastructure designs and suggest changes to these designs. Feedback from the lived experience of accessibility group members will ensure that new infrastructure implemented in Lambeth is as inclusive as possible going forward, and freedom of travel is experienced by as many individuals as possible in the borough. Accessibility working group members will need to live or work in Lambeth, London, and be available to attend one meeting per month either online or in person in Lambeth. If you are interested in participating in the group or know someone who might be interested, please do get in touch via email info@mpsmartertravel.co.uk or call 020 7960 2559. To find out more about these Connect Voices opportunities and how you can get involved with RNIB Connect Voices do visit- https://www.rnib.org.uk/connect-community/connect-voices-network/connect-voices-current-opportunities (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
August 2023 will se almost 70 countries send their blind and partially sighted athletes to Birmingham, UK, to compete in the IBSA World Games. The global event includes qualifiers for some of the sports you'll see as part of the Paralympics. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, from British Blind Sport, and Matthew Clayton, from Blind Sports Australia, to discuss the event. If you'd like more info about the games, go to www.ibsagames2023.co.uk #RNIBConnect Image International Blind Sports Federation Logo, IBSA in Bold Green Letters with Smaller Letters Below Reading, International Blind Sports Federation
Ahead of the World Blind Games in Birmingham this summer, we're getting to know some of the athletes taking part. Hywel Davies has been speaking to Archer Clive Jones. You can find out more about finding a sport that's right for you by visiting the British Blind Sport activity finder – www.britishblindsport.org.uk/see-sport-differently
British Blind Sport has launched new training sessions to help organisations from across the private, public and 3rd sectors, make their sport and leisure activities accessible and inclusive for blind and partially sighted people of all ages. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Frankie, from BBS, to find out more. You can get more info on the training and the work of BBS by visiting www.britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image: British Blind Sport logo
British Blind Sport is taking bookings for it's annual swimming gala and there's something for non swimmers and those who want to take things to a more professional level. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Ian Isham, from BBS, to find out more about the day and how to register. You can get more from www.britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image: British Blind Sport logo
Each month, RNIB Connect Radio talks with the charity British Blind Sport to highlight some of the organisations latest news. We're joined, this month, by CEO Alaina MacGregor to look ahead to the IBSA World Games in Birmingham and some employment news. If you'd like to learn more about BBS, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk For the IBSA Games, go to www.ibsagames2023.co.uk #RNIBConnect Image: British Blind Sport CEO Alaina MacGregor
Each year, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell and Hywel Davies sit down with some of the CEOs of some of the UK's, and world's, leading sight loss charities. Today they talk with Alaina MacGregor from British Blind Sport, to look back at 2022 and look ahead to 2023. #RNIBConnect Image: ALAINA MACGREGOR BBS CEO
Each week, RNIB Connect Radio sit down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Matt talks to Hywel Davies about two new toolkits that have been released in partnership between See Sport Differently and British Blind Sport. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can also call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask Alexa to call RNIB's Helpline. #RNIBConnect Image: Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB
2023 will see the IBSA World Games come to Birmingham. The games are for blind and partially sighted elite athletes and will be a springboard for the next Paralympic Games. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport, and Sandro Di Girolamo, IBSA President, to find out more. If you'd like more on the games, go to www.ibsasport.org Or www.BritishBlindSport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB See Sport Differently logo
Max Conway, RNIB's National Involvement Coordinator shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in. Opportunities highlighted this week included: See Sport Differently focus groups RNIB and British Blind Sport are collaborating on a wide-ranging project to improve access and take up of sport for blind and partially sighted people. Part of the ‘See Sport Differently' programme is focused on improving the spectator experience at large sporting events for those living with sight loss. If you are blind or partially sighted and have attended a sporting event such as football, rugby, or cricket at a stadium in the last two years the RNIB would like to hear from you. What makes you feel included at Christmas? At RNIB, we know that everyone's experience of sight loss is different. So it's important to us that our communications and campaign activity authentically reflect the true experiences of blind and partially sighted adults, children, and their families. So that's why we'd love to hear from you! The RNIB upcoming Christmas fundraising campaign is about making sure all children feel included in the magic of Christmas by ensuring that they can receive a letter from Santa in their preferred format. Would you like to be part of an event about your experiences of eye care services? This is an exciting opportunity for blind and partially sighted people to have a chat with RNIB and other service providers in around your experience of Patient Support, Eye Care, and the Sight Loss Pathway. To find out more about these items and how you can get involved with RNIB Connect Voices do visit - https://www.rnib.org.uk/connect-community/connect-voices-network/connect-voices-current-opportunities (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
British Blind Sport, along with UK Deaf Sport and Sport Birmingham, are hosting an event on August 18th 2022 to give 10 to 20 year olds, with disabilities, the chance to try some Commonwealth Games sports. The free family fun day aims to be a fun and exciting event for everyone. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Connor, from British Blind Sport, to find out more about the free event and how to register. For more information, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk or email connor@britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image: See Sport Differently logo
The Commonwealth Games launch in Birmingham on July 28th 2022, with the sporting spectacular showing off it's inclusive credentials. Over the games RNIB Connect Radio's presenters will be in the sporting venues, following the action and bringing you the latest on our blind and partially sighted sporting greats. Today, Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport, and David Clarke, Chief Operating Officer for RNIB, look ahead to the games and next year's IBSA World Championships, which will also be held in Birmingham. Keep up to date with our interviews and reports on Freeview channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk or via apps like Radio Player or on your Smart speakers. For our podcasts, go to your favourite podcast provider and search for RNIB See Sport Differently. #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB See Sport Differently
The Commonwealth Games launch in Birmingham on July 28th 2022, with the sporting spectacular showing off it's inclusive credentials. Over the games RNIB Connect Radio's presenters will be in the sporting venues, following the action and bringing you the latest on our blind and partially sighted sporting greats. Today we're joined by Charlotte Lloyd, from British Blind Sport, to look ahead to the games, find out who her stars to watch are and learn how British Blind Sport are helping more blind and partially sighted people get active. Keep up to date with our interviews and reports on Freeview channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk or via apps like Radio Player or on your Smart speakers. For our podcasts, go to your favourite podcast provider and search for RNIB See Sport Differently. #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB See Sport Differently logo
The Commonwealth Games launch in Birmingham on July 28th 2022, with the sporting spectacular showing off it's inclusive credentials. Over the games RNIB Connect Radio's presenters will be in the sporting venues, following the action and bringing you the latest on our blind and partially sighted sporting greats. Today we're joined by Philippa Bass, from British Blind Sport, to look ahead to the games and how you can get involved in the charity's Have A Go Days, where you can try out, for free, lots of sports and activities which are fully accessible for anyone, of any age or fitness, to try out. Keep up to date with our interviews and reports on Freeview channel 730, online at www.rnibconnectradio.org.uk or via apps like Radio Player or on your Smart speakers. For our podcasts, go to your favourite podcast provider and search for RNIB See Sport Differently. #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB See Sport Differently logo
If you're looking for more ways to keep active, then visiting a 'Have a Go Day' run by British Blind Sport is a great way to get started. The next event will be held in south Wales on Saturday August 27th. If you'd like more information on how you can take part, call 01926 424247, or visit the website www.britishblindsport.org.uk/bbs-a-have-a-go-day-in-swansea/
Max Conway, RNIB's National Involvement Coordinator shares the latest opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to get involved in. Opportunities highlighted this week included: A survey about the new RNIB website structure - The RNIB would like to hear your feedback on the structure and organisation of the pages on our new RNIB website in order to make it more user-friendly. Your responses to a short survey will give the RNIB a better understanding of what's important to you when it comes to interacting with the RNIB website. An opportunity to be part of the Blind Burners group which focusses on virtual reality and gaming - Blind Burners are a group of blind, partially sighted and sighted artists and performers, who are based in London. They are looking to host a series of regular monthly Virtual Reality (VR) and video gaming meet-ups, initially in Central London and then across the UK, focused on providing people who are visually impaired an introductory experience of Virtual Reality, and on building a mixed community around this technology. An opportunity to be part of the RNIB expert panel for the evaluation of the RNIB ‘See Sport Differently' project - The ‘See Sport Differently' project is being delivered by RNIB and British Blind Sport and seeks to break down barriers and engage blind and partially sighted people in sport. RNIB and BBS are determined to level the playing field for people with sight loss so that every person who wants to get active can do so, regardless of their sight. How are you being affected by the cost-of-living crisis? The RNIB Stories Library is looking to make contact with people about their experience of the cost-of-living crisis. They would like to know if you've noticed the effects of the rising costs - of food, fuel and heating? Has this meant that you have had to cut back on doing other things, or make other sacrifices? They would also like to know if you have come up with any ways around this? Have you discovered any extra challenges as a visually impaired person? If you are happy in discussing this then Please get in contact by emailing Amanda via storieslibrary@rnib.org.uk. To find out more about these items and how you can get involved with RNIB Connect Voices do visit - https://www.rnib.org.uk/connect-community/connect-voices-network/connect-voices-current-opportunities (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
Blind players from Brighton and Hove Albion FC are getting ready to take part in this year's FA Disability Cup Tournament. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Charlotte Lloyd, from British Blind Sport, and Paul Brackley, from Brighton FC, to learn more about the tournament and the team. #RNIBConnect Image shows: Logo for Brighton And Hove Albion FC
A major global sporting event will be coming to Birmingham in 2023. The International Blind Sports Association, IBSA, will host their World Games, which will be attended by 70 countries. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, chief exec of British Blind Sport. #RNIBConnect Image: IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) logo
A major global sporting event will be coming to Birmingham in 2023. The International Blind Sports Association, IBSA, will host their World Games, which will be attended by 70 countries. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Sally Barker, Chair of British Blind Sport. #RNIBConnect Image: IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) logo
IBSA is the International Blind Sports Federation and their World Games will take place in Birmingham in 2023. Visually impaired athletes from 70 countries will compete for medals and places in the Paralympics, in sports like Football, Goalball and Judo. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, from British Blind Sport, to learn more about the games and the launch which takes place on April 27th 2022. To watch the launch event live visit: International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) - YouTube If you'd like more information about the games, go to https://ibsasport.org/ For details about British Blind Sport, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB's See Sport Differently logo
We are joined by Yahya Pandor to talk about being 'Brown & Blind'. Yahya talks about his sight loss journey, myths and misconceptions about people who are blind or partially sighted, technology and how him and his brother are using TikTok to tackle the stigma of visual impairment. Follow us on Instagram: @boldbrownandbritishVisit our websiteVisit Yahya's Instagram Support the showTell us your thoughts on instagram @boldbrownandbritish or Visit our Linktree
This content was recorded during a Retina UK webinar on Thursday 24 February 2022. You can watch the full version, which includes slides, on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RetinaUK. This webinar will be presented by Alex Pitts, National Partnerships Manager & Lead Safeguarding Officer at British Blind Sport. She will talk about: the benefits of sport and physical activity the key objectives of British Blind Sport the BBS Have a Go Days and Active at Home Programme where you can find your local sports and physical activity opportunities Alex is responsible for the development of key partnerships with stakeholders from across the VI sector and sport sector to achieve greater connectivity and widened opportunities for participation of sport for people living with sight loss. Alex has worked with BBS since 2018, previously as BBS' Participation Officer, and has gained extensive experience within the charity and its sports development objectives.
Prepare to be inspired! Roy Turnham was registered blind from birth but as you'll hear he has never let his sight hold him back. Indeed, Roy's made over 100 appearances for the England Blind Football Team, he's won the National Singles and Doubles championships in the GB National Visually Impaired Tennis Champs and he's combined it all with a spot of rock and roll - having toured as a drummer with the fantastic Liverpool band She Drew The Gun. I found Roy's story incredibly inspiring, I hope you will too…To find out more about British Blind Sport, please visit: https://britishblindsport.org.uk/If you'd like to contact Roy, he is on Twitter @royturnhammusic
Each year, the charity British Blind Sport holds it's, free and popular, swimming gala for visually impaired children aged 3 to 17. There's fun for beginners and competitions for swimmers who like a challenge and everyone is welcome. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Philippa Bass, from BBS, to learn more about the event and how you can register to attend. If you'd like more info about BBS, or the swimming gala, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk You can also call them on 01926 424 247 or email philippa@britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image: British Blind Sport logo
Here at RNIB Connect Radio we were very pleased to see a number of blind and partially sighted people honoured in the 2022 New Year's Honours list including many Paralympics GB medal winners from the Tokyo Paralympic Games. Connect Radio's Toby Davey caught up with Dan Pembroke MBE, visually impaired athlete who not only smashed Paralympic records but also won a Javelin Gold medal at the Tokyo Paralympic Games to find out from Dan what being honoured with an MBE means to him. Dan first told Toby about when he received the official letter informing him that he had been honoured in the 2022 New Year's Honours list which he initially thought might be a court summons! Dan spoke about the reactions from his fiancée Martina, his family and fellow paralympic athletes on the news of him being honoured with an MBE. How being honoured will help to raise the profile of invisible disabilities such as visual impairment to others and of course the profile of visually impaired athletes too. Dan also chatted about his competition plans for 2022, entering the ‘able bodied' British Championships and his ambition to make history as the first Paralympic athlete to win the able bodied British Championships which would be a big statement for Paraathletes. Dan ended by telling Toby that he will certainly be taking his Fiancée Martina to the Palace when he is invited to receive his MBE medal and hopes he might be presented with it by the Queen. If you are interested in getting into sport and maybe becoming a Paralympics medal winner like Dan or just want to get into sport do visit the British Blind Sport website - https://britishblindsport.org.uk (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
British Blind Sport is a charity which is dedicated to making sport and leisure activities as accessible as possible for blind and partially sighted people of all ages. They also work with governing bodies, along with industry leaders and providers, to make venues and opportunities open and welcoming for people with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alex Pitts, from BBS, to look ahead to events like their annual swimming gala, Have A Go Days around the UK and a massive project called See Sport Differently. If you'd like more information about British Blind Sport, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk You can also email info@britishblindsport.org.uk or call 01926 424 247. #RNIBConnect Image: RNIB's See Sport Differently logo
Each year, at this time, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with the Chief Executives of some of the UK's, and world's, leading sight loss charities. Today, we hear from Alaina MacGregor who is the CEO of British Blind Sport. Alaina looks back at the highlights and challenges of 2021 and ahead to 2022. If you'd like to learn more about BBS, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image: Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport
Today, RNIB launched their new See Sport Differently campaign. Created in partnership with British Blind Sport and funded by Sport England and the National Lottery, this three year project aims to break down barriers in sport and increase participation opportunities for blind and partially sighted people. Sport can have a positive impact on people's lives but research shows that visually impaired people are twice as likely to be inactive than people without sight loss, and RNIB wants to change this. We spoke with football legend and Director of Services at RNIB, David Clarke, to find out more. To get involved with the campaign visit- See Sport Differently - RNIB - See differently You can also find more interviews, case studies and information using the Hashtag #SeeSportDifferently on all social media. Image shows: See Sport Differently Logo. RNIB in black letters at the top with pink stripes that look like the curve of a running track and in black letters underneath See Sport Differently.
If you, or someone you know, are aged between 14 and 19 and blind or partially sighted, British Blind Sport wants to hear from you. Their See My Voice project has places, starting in September 2021, that aim to build confidence, a range of skills, and promote volunteering to help young people go forward in education and employment. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Mel and Connor, from BBS, to hear more about the project and Yusef, who, now at University, took part in the first project in 2018. If you'd like more info, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk You can also call 01926 424247 or email connor@britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image: British Blind Sport logo
RNIB has received £1m in funding from Sport England to be used over three years to get more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport. The charity is partnering up with British Blind Sport to deliver the new initiative called See Sport Differently. Steven Scott has been speaking to one of the people who developed the campaign, RNIB's Steve Packer. Image shows RNIB logo. RNIB written in bold capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Written underneath are the words: 'See differently'.
See Sport Differently is a new project, which will run for 3 years, created by RNIB, British Blind Sport and Sport England. It will look at all aspects of sport to make them more inclusive for blind and partially sighted people and encourage participation in a huge variety of sports and activities. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport, to find out more. You can get lots of information on the See Sport Differently project by visiting www.britishblind sport.org.uk or www.rnib.org.uk You can also learn about the variety of opportunities and support, for people of all ages, who are interested in activities around sport from the British Blind Sport team, call 01926 424247. Image: British Blind Sport logo
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) in partnership with British Blind Sport have received £1m in funding from Sport England to help develop participation in sport amongst people with sight loss. The organisations will work together and through their See Sport Differently programme deliver opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to access and participate in sport.Our Steven Scott caught up with RNIB's Steve Packer to find out more about the project and what we can look forward to in the next three years. Image shows the RNIB Logo. RNIB is written in black capital letters and underlined with a bold pink line. Words 'See differently' are written underneath.
It's been a long time but finally British Blind Sport can resume their sport, and activity, taster days around the UK.The days give blind and partially sighted people, of all ages and abilities, the chance to try some new sports and activities with professional coaching.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to David Melville, from BBS, to learn more about the first face to face event and how you can register to attend.If you'd like more info on British Blind Sport, or would like to go to the taster day, go to www.britishblindsport.org.uk #RNIBConnectImage: British Blind Sport logo
While swimming pools remain closed, you may think an event devoted to the sport, and pastime, would be a little out of the ordinary?But no, UK charity British Blind Sport have created a fun and exciting virtual event that promises to have something for everyone.From competitions, Q&A sessions with Swim England and a talk with Paralympic gold medal winner Hannah Russell MBE to a whole host of advice and tips, it promises to be a great day.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to David Melville, from BBS, to learn more about the event and how you can get involved.To get more information or to register for the event on Saturday, March 27th go to:British Blind Sport Swim Event Webpage: https://britishblindsport.org.uk/bbs-national-vi-youth-swimming-event/ Swim Event Registration form: https://britishblindsport.wufoo.com/forms/m14ur9di10lach7/ #RNIB ConnectImage: BBS Logo
The charity British Blind Sport has created a variety of home activity events for people of all ages and abilities. From exercises that you can do in a chair, to high intensity work outs, there's something, live or recorded, for everyone. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alex Pitts, from BBS, to find out more. If you'd like to join in live, or follow the recorded activities, go to https://britishblindsport.org.uk/active-at-home/ #RNIBConnectImage:
Each year, at this time, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with the Chief Executives of some of the world's largest sight loss charities. Today we speak with Alaina MacGregor, CEO of British Blind Sport, to find out how pandemic restrictions impacted on their work, how the team pulled together through difficult times and why 2021 is looking positive for sport and leisure activities for blind and partially sighted people. www.britishblindsport.org.uk#RNIBConnectImage: BBS logo
If you're looking for an easy way to look after your health and wellbeing, without having to leave your house, why not try pilates? Felicity Beach is the founder of FJBPilates and since lockdown, with the support of British Blind Sport, she's been running online classes with blind and partially sighted people in mind. For more information about the pilates classes visit: www.fjbpilates.com
British Blind Sport is a UK charity which works to encourage blind and partially sighted people, of all ages, to try new sporting and leisure activities. They also work with the sporting sector, including governing bodies, to make facilities and support more accessible for anyone with a visual impairment. One of their latest projects, See My Voice, was charged with helping to create young leaders who could get more involved in volunteering and improve their employment chances, mainly in sporting vocations. This also involved showing employers that blind and partially sighted people are more than their sight loss and can make valued and hard working employees. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Tommy, from BBS, and Alex, who took part in the project, to learn more about the event and what young people can get from participating in the project. www.britishblindsport.org.uk#RNIBConnectImage: BBS Logo
British Blind Sport is a UK charity which encourages visually impaired people, of all ages and abilities, to get involved in sport and other leisure activities.They also work with governing bodies, leisure and gym providers to make their facilities and offerings accessible.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, CEO of BBS, to hear about their virtual keep fit classes, a forthcoming conference for children and young people and their response to social distancing problems.www.britishblindsport.org.uk#RNIBConnectImage:
British Blind Sport are taking part in National Fitness Day, 23rd of September 2020, with a host of online, accessible, classes for blind and partially sighted people of all ages.They're also launching their Youth Advisory Panel and are looking for visually impaired young people, from across the UK, to get involved.RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to David Melville and Kian Saville, from British Blind Sport, to learn more about the event and what the new panel will be involved in.www.britishblindsport.org.uk#RNIBConnectImage: A BBS Collection Can
Why Uber is being taken to court by a blind user who says he's had his journeys cancelled after he has told them he has a guide dog. During the outbreak of the Covid-19 what is happening to eye treatment? In the latest in our round-up of what's happening around the UK, we hear from Raymond Curran, Head of Ophthalmic Services for the Health and Social Care Board in Northern Ireland. Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge want your help to carry out a survey of how people are keeping themselves in trim during lockdown and hear what the problems are. It’s being organised online by Dr Dan Gordon, principal lecturer in Exercise Physiology and a former Paralympic cyclist. We find out exactly what he wants to know. You can take part by visiting the British Blind Sport website.
See My Voice is a project run by British Blind Sport, to help young blind and partially sighted people develop skills that can help their social, educational and vocational development. Although BBS is a sporting charity, you don't have to participate in sporting activities to get involved, there are complimentary avenues to develop skills that don't need running shoes! RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Lijana Kazio to learn more about the training on offer and the deadlines for applicants... #RNIBConnect
The charity British Blind Sport promotes inclusion and access to a whole host of sporting opportunities for blind and partially sighted people. Their highly successful Have A Go taster days give people the chance to try a wide range of sports and leisure activities that they may think are not accessible. Cardiff will host an event on Saturday 29th September 2018 and you can try sports like Judo and acoustic shooting, and if you like what you try, they can point you in the direction of a local club for you to continue participation. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Alex Pitts to find out more… #RNIBConnect
British Blind Sport encourages visually impaired people to get involved in a huge variety of sporting activities and with the help of other organisations, provides support to trainers, gyms and other sporting venues to improve accessibility and inclusion. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Logan Gray, from BBS, to learn more about a programme to help sporting professionals understand sight loss and a project which supports parents with blind or partially sighted children, gain confidence in sporting activities... #RNIBConnect
The charity British Blind Sport work hard to make sporting opportunities accessible, and available, for blind and partially sighted people. They also host "Have A Go Day" events to give people a taste of different activities. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alex Pits, from BBS, to learn more about an event taking place in Oxfordshire on the 25th of June 2018. #RNIBConnect
British Blind Sport promotes and encourages participation in a variety of sports to visually impaired people, of all ages and abilities. They run different sports clubs and work with, both private and public, organisations to make their services and facilities inclusive and accessible. On April 29th, they will be holding a taster day, featuring a variety of sports, in Cambridge and everyone is invited to come along. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Alex Pits, from BBS, to find out what's in store for visitors to try out... #RNIBConnect
A new website has been launched to help match up blind and partially sighted people with sighted guide runners by England Athletic and British Blind Sport. At the moment the site only covers England but it will, in the future, roll out across the UK. www.findaguide.co.uk Whether you want a run in the park or something more challenging, the site helps match visually impaired people with trained, and police checked, sighted enthusiasts. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Gary Perryman, a sighted guide, and Samantha Leftwich, a visually impaired runner. #RNIBConnect
British Blind Sport supports blind people of all ages to enjoy sport for fun, for fitness and to possibly spot a Paralympian of the future. BBS also work with many of the sport governing bodies, local councils and private sports facilities around the UK to make sport accessible. The charity has a new project to help young blind people access sport and gain vital life skills and training that can help them in their social and vocational journey. RNIB's Allan Russell spoke to Lijana Kaziow to find out more.
A visible difference through sport’ The work of the charity enables blind and partially sighted people to have the same opportunities as sighted people to access and enjoy sport and recreational activities in the UK. Sport and recreational activities can enhance the lives of people with visual impairments, by improving their health and increasing their social interaction. We encourage adults and children to participate in activities at all levels, from grassroots to the Paralympic Games. AddressPure Offices Plato Close Tachbrook Park Leamington Spa Warwickshire CV34 6WE Telephone 01926 424247 Emai lsportdevelopment@britishblindsport.org.uk Web Site http://www.britshblindsport.org.uk
According to the charity British Blind Sport, not enough blind and visually impaired people are keeping active and getting involved in sport. Peter White talks to Dave Gavrilovic who is vice chair of the organisation, as well as being a huge cricket fan himself, and fitness instructor and Pilates teacher Jane Taylor, about why it's important to stay fit. They discuss the benefits of staying active, groups that you can join, and ways you can exercise even if you want to stay at home.
Its great to welcome Lindsay back to talk about British Blind sport and what they can offer For more information please contact BBS on 01926 424247 Visit our website: http://britishblindsport.org.uk View upcoming events: http://britishblindsport.org.uk/events/
To talk to Lindsay about the upcoming day on the 11th of July being held at the King Henry 8th School in Coventry, where you can try out a range of sports suitable for the visually impaired. We also talk about opportunities for sport in the South West. For more information Visit our website: http://britishblindsport.org.uk View upcoming events: http://britishblindsport.org.uk/events/
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