Welcome to BlindVoice UK

BlindVoice UK was launched informally in 1997 in a local pub with a meeting of like-minded blind and visually impaired people and a local Councillor who was sympathetic to their needs.

The volume of work has increased steadily and the group is now widely recognised as an organisation to be consulted on all issues for blind and visually impaired people in the Stockton area.

The purpose of the group was to identify and challenge situations where access for blind and visually impaired people was considered to be inadequate. Since then its membership, its influence and its reputation have grown quickly in a surprisingly short space of time.

Aims & Objectives

• To be proactive in promoting, maintaining and developing the work of BlindVoice UK.
• To ensure that every contact with BlindVoice UK is a positive experience.
• To convert printed material into alternative formats (Braille, CD, computer disc or large print); and market our Transcription Service to the local business community increasing communication and inclusion.
• To raise public awareness of the issues and problems relating to sight loss.
• To continue to provide and improve quality services to people with sight loss. This includes education, ICT skills, job seeking skills and participation in social activities.
• To take a leading role in the community to advance the interests of blind and visually impaired people of all ages.