Darren Paskell has written another blog for National Braille Week. This one is all about the latest, exciting innovations in braille technology for blind and partially sighted people.

We will be hosting the first event in Lambeth, Morley College Campus. Stockwell Centre. London. SW4 6RA When: Wed 27 Nov2019, 18:00 – 20:00 Contact: waf.london@londonvision.org  and others in neighbouring boroughs in the new year. At this launch event our guest speaker Roger Lewis will be sharing his personal sight loss journey, discussing barriers, employment, disability and influencing others. You will also hear from a beneficiary of our Works for Me employment program

Gym, Multi-Sports and Swimming with Sport for Confidence Come along and try something different, meet new friends and learn new skills. This programme is developed in partnership with an allied health professional and coaching team, who aim to break down barriers to participation and improve individuals health and wellbeing through inclusive sport.

Great Britain women finished fourth at the IBSA European Championships in Rostock – narrowly missing out on a top three finish that could have seen Tokyo Paralympic qualification secured. The squad consisted of Sarah Leiter, Antonia Bunyan, Georgie Bullen, Meme Robertson, Kali Holder and Megan Smithson-Booth.

On November 9th and 10th they will be running an event in Shankill Tennis Club. The event will run over 2 days with an optional training session on Saturday for all adults from 5-7pm. Contact:  olwyn.rdo@TennisIreland.ie    P: 086 351 4123