Podcasts about rnib connect radio's allan russell

RNIB Scotland has launched a brand new podcast and they want blind and partially sighted people to get involved. You can take part in creating the audio, decide on what topics to discuss and drive it forward to become a powerful voice for people in Scotland who are affected by sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to James Kyle, from RNIB Scotland, to learn more about the podcast and how you can get involved. http://www.rnib.org.uk/scotland #RNIBConnect

Visionary UK is an umbrella organisation that works to support and strengthen sight loss charities from across the UK. Every 2 weeks, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks with Fiona Sandford or Andy Haynes to learn more about their latest projects and some great grass roots services that are there for people who are blind or partially sighted. This week there's news on sport, digital communication and eye health. Visionary.org.uk #RNIBConnect

With Lockdown easing across the UK, at different levels, does it actually mean that it will have a negative impact on blind and partially sighted people? RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Elaine Orwin, from Northern Ireland, to hear about her concerns, difficulties with getting out and about and how you can help your local council make street design safer for visually impaired people. http://www.rnib.org.uk/northernireland #RNIBConnect Image; RNIB NI logo

Carers Week 2020 celebrates the contribution that people make by giving up their time, their jobs and much of their lives to give support to a friend or loved one. Today, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell talks to Hannah and Ray. Ray is blind and lives with other health conditions but his desire to be all he can be shone through so much, that not only did he find a loving partner in Hannah, she gave up her job to care for him and wouldn't have it any other way. #RNIBConnect Image: A Lovely Picture of Ray & Hannah

The National Federation of the Blind, in the United States, campaigns for better access to services on behalf of blind and partially sighted people. November 6th will see Americans go to the polls to vote in the Mid-Term Elections and that includes visually impaired voters. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Chris Danielsen, PR Director at the NFB, to learn how they are working to make the voting process more accessible and how they have teamed up with Lift, to provide discounted travel for members... #RNIBConnect

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

It's a question that has thrown up a host of answers, some of which are very outdated and re-enforce some long held stereotypes. RNIB's #HowISee poses the question and tries to educate people on different sight loss conditions and take a modern look at how blind and partially sighted live their everyday lives. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Annalisa D'Innella and Luka Kille, who are involved in researching the question and creating modern answers with the charity and the Royal College of Art. #RNIBConnect

Chris Fisher was a successful mechanic and family man until one morning he woke with blurry vision. The diagnosis was not good and he lost his sight rapidly. His pragmatic outlook meant he was determined not to let his life stop right there, but his positivity had a sting in the tail. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Chris about his sight loss journey and his remarkable drive that means he is now a professional wood turner with commissions coming in from across the globe... #RNIBConnect

Scottish Disability Golf and Curling provides opportunities for individuals, including blind and partially sighted people, to learn, practice and compete on the golf course and curling rink. The organisation can now provide free tuition for those who want to play for fun or compete on a local or global level. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jim Gales, Secretary, to learn more about the charity and how people can play for fun or competativly in their local area and beyond, if they wish... @RNIBConnect

The World Blind Union is an organisation that represents visually impaired people, and sight loss charities, across the globe. They are recognised by the United Nations, so campaign and lobby for legislation that can make a huge difference to the lives of blind and partially sighted people who have common barriers to face on a day to day basis. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to WBU President Fred Schroeder, to learn more about the organisation and it's current work... @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

Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks with Tristan Parker, Editor of the free monthly bulletin, for a flavour of what's in the latest issue.  This month it's Microsoft AI project for accessible tech, Ford's haptic windows, home lighting for visually impaired people, Global Accessibility Awareness Day and a reader's question...  #RNIBConnect

The 2018 World Blind Match Racing Championships will be held on Scotland's west coast, hosted by the Royal Northern and Clyde Yacht Club, at Helensburgh. Teams of visually impaired sailors from around the globe will battle it out on the water, going for Gold! RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to the organisers, the hosts and some of the sailors, aiming for glory… #RNIBConnect

The Visually Impaired Sailing Association GB (VISA GB) is dedicated to helping more blind and partially sighted people enjoy sailing, for fun and for competition. They run taster days and longer voyages, even linking up with other established sailing regattas, to help people get a taste for the popular pastime. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Colin Fowler, to learn more about the association and to let people know about a forthcoming event this summer… #RNIBConnect

Each month RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell speaks to Tristan Parker from E-Access Bulletin.  We discuss some of the topics, ahead of the release of the next issue of the free monthly bulletin, focusing on assistive technology.  This month's topics include, the new Soundscape GPS app from Microsoft and Guide dogs, assistive tech awards & much more.  #RNIBConnect

There is a new drive to get more blind and partially sighted people into running. To support this, there are a growing number of Guide Runners across the UK ready to help individuals take to the streets and it can all be done over a new accessible website. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Tim Cook, to learn more about the Guide Running site and also Andy Keir who is a visually impaired runner and has benefited from the new service.

The UK charity Guide Dogs has teamed up with global tech giant Microsoft to develop and release a new app for blind and partially sighted people. Soundscape is a new slant on personal GPS and uses 3D sound to build an audio picture of your surroundings as you walk, or travel in a vehicle. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Jenny Cook, from Guide Dogs, and Jarnail Chudge, From Microsoft, to learn more about the free app, which is available via the Apple App Store right now... #RNIBConnect