The white cane is an important tool for independence and mobility among people who are blind or have low vision. Read on for what you need to know about the history and use of white canes.
New research from the CNIB Foundation, Vision Australia and the Blind Foundation of New Zealand found people with sight loss are significantly less likely to be employed full time compared to their sighted counterparts.
This is my most asked question: How much can you see? Before I can answer this complex question, I need to explain the difference between the terms legally blind and low vision as there is lots of confusion when I am asked. Vision Australia defines the two terms as follows:
As Christmas approaches, it’s time for children to write that all important letter to Santa with what they’d like for Christmas.
Like countless other advancements over time, the invention of braille involved a good pinch of luck and trial and error.
Living with blindness or low vision can make staying safe at home a challenge. With that in mind, we spoke to a Vision Australia occupational therapist about what can be done to prevent falls and keep you or your loved ones safer in their home for longer.
With passion, perseverance and blind grit, fashion designer Nikki Hind believes you can achieve anything. That’s exactly what she’s done to become Australia first legally blind fashion designer, recently presenting her first collection at Melbourne Fashion Week.
Universities across Australia are failing to adequately address the needs of students who are blind or have low vision according to new research conducted by Vision Australia and endorsed by Disability Discrimination Commissioner Alastair McEwin.
From Aristotle to Austen the way we view the world is shaped by the works of great authors. It’s easy to associate writing with the visual act of putting pen to paper, but across history some of the most culturally important writers have been blind or had low vision.
The increase of electric and hybrid cars on Australian roads is putting pedestrians at significant risk, particularly people who are blind or have low vision, new research has found.