RSBC

11/06/2026

Hey batta batta... swing! ⚾

We had most excellent day out with Blind Baseball Cymru with weekend. We spent the afternoon learning to hit and field the ball, how to get around the bases and even how to make a run!

If blind baseball sounds like a home run to you, check out our summer activities here - https://www.rsbc.org.uk/pages/activities-and-eventsr

[Video description: A montage of young people wearing blindfolds, batting shots out to the field.]

09/06/2026

We had an amazing day at Google’s Accessibility Discovery Centre in London, exploring how technology can help break down barriers and open up more ways to connect, communicate and create.

On our tour, we were shown a wide range of emerging assistive technologies. From eye tracking and text to speech tools changing the world of video games, to bluetooth braille keyboards, smart speakers and guided selfie-taking tools that just make life easier for everyone.

For the young people we support, access to the right tools can make a huge difference to independence, confidence and choice. It was inspiring to see how thoughtful design can support different ways of navigating the world.

A huge thank you to the Google team for such a welcoming us. 🧡

Tell us about the some of the assistive technologies that have changed your everyday.



[Image description: Image 1 - A young person plays an accessibly adapted video game, while a Google member explains the technology. Image 2 - The young people, RSBC staff and Google team posing for a group photo in the Google Accessibility Discovery Centre. They're all smiling and doing a 'thumbs up'. Image 3 - Three young people sitting closely on an orange couch in a bright room, engaged in conversation.]

08/06/2026

Meet Steve!

For more than 12 years, Steve has been a familiar character at RSBC, volunteering his time to support blind and partially sighted children and young people. He’s helped them try new experiences, build friendships, and grow in confidence.

His dedication was recognised in 2019 when he was nominated for and won the London Youth Volunteer of the Year award.

From accompanying young people on activities to welcoming new families, Steve has been part of almost 400 activities and countless memorable moments.

Thank you for everything you do, Steve! 💚

Read more about his contributions over the years as a volunteer here - https://www.rsbc.org.uk/blogs/news/393-activities-and-counting-celebrating-steves-years-of-volunteering



[Image description: Steve, dressed in a blue shirt and black blazer holding a Volunteer of The Year award in front of a London Youth branded backdrop.]

04/06/2026

03/06/2026

This , we want to celebrate some of the incredible runners who have fundraised for us so far this year. 🏃‍♀️‍➡️

From the Shakespeare Marathon in Stratford to the Great Birmingham Run and the London Marathon, we’ve been inspired by everyone who has taken on a challenge in support of RSBC. From setting new world records to taking on the London Marathon their own way, every runner has helped make a difference. 💚

We couldn’t be more grateful for your support and are excited for the events to come!

Got the running bug and fancy fundraising for us? We'd love to hear from you. Find out more and get in touch with our events team via our website here - https://www.rsbc.org.uk/pages/fundraise



[Image descriptions:
1 - Four runners wearing matching RSBC running vests which are orange with yellow, blue and purple stripes have medals around their necks and are standing together, smiling under a tree.
2 - Man and a young girl wearing matching RSBC running vests outdoors, with the child holding a pink water bottle after a marathon.
3 - Two runners wearing orange RSBC vests participating in a race event in a park with lush greenery in the background.
4 - Two men wearing medals and running shirts, one is in a blue sports vest and the other in an orange RSBC running vest stand indoors, celebrating their achievement after the London Marathon.]

01/06/2026

Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do ❤️

This , we want to say a huge thank you to every single person who gives their time to support us. From getting creative with young people at our family days and pitching in at residentials, to providing sighted guided support, cheering on our marathon runners and everything in between, your dedication makes such a difference!

We’re so grateful for everything you do. Thank you for being part of RSBC!

Want to get involved? Find out more on our website here - https://www.rsbc.org.uk/pages/volunteer



[Image descriptions:
1 - A young boy and RSBC volunteer painting small objects together at a table with various paint bottles nearby. 2 - A group of seven people, smiling for the camera whilst standing outdoors with lush greenery and blue skies in the background, dressed for a sunny day. 3 - An RSBC volunteer in an orange shirt guiding a child in holding a red and blue toy in an indoor setting. 4 - A group of volunteers wearing orange RSBC vests pose beside RSBC banners at a London Marathon cheer point on a sunny day, smiling and ready to support runners.]

28/05/2026

We've got an exciting announcement...

We're proud to be the first VI charity in the UK to offer a loaning scheme for Meta Glasses, allowing our service users the chance to trail this new assistive technology, free of charge!

If you're 13+ years old and registered with RSBC, you can get your hands on a pair to trail for 30 days to see how they could help your independence in your daily life.

Register your interest or to find out more here - https://www.rsbc.org.uk/pages/trial-meta-glasses



[Video description: The video opens in an office setting with Alex sitting on a swivel chair, facing the camera and wearing Meta Ray-Ban glasses. As the video progresses, Alex demonstrates the hand gestures used to control the glasses’ open-ear audio features. The clips following alternate between Alex seated in the office and short clips of him using the glasses in everyday environments. He is shown looking at a Waitrose cereal box in and later standing outside a Tesco Express store.]

26/05/2026

This July we’re teaming up with VICTA UK for our next Navigating the Early Years - a welcoming day for families with a blind or partially sighted child aged 0 - 5.

Join us July 4th in Liverpool where you'll have the opportunity to meet other families, chat with specialists, and get tips on everything from sleep and play to early development. We’ll also be demonstrating the latest accessible technology, and we'd love to see you there!

Find out more and register here - https://luma.com/3c5sedc8

This event has kindly been funded by Fight for Sight



[Image description: An adult holds a child who's dressed in a dark blue outfit with colourful rocket ships on it. They are both focused on a glowing green snail toy that is resting on a red tray.]

06/05/2026

Are local elections happening in your area tomorrow?

If so, you might be planning your trip to the polling station already. For vision impaired people, especially young people, this can be a really intimidating process.

Before they've even decided how to cast their vote, blind and partially sighted people have to navigate the procedures needed to be able to vote in the first place, apply for a postal vote or request reasonable adjustments.

It's these barriers that discourage blind and partially sighted people from using their right to vote.

RSBC Youth Voice member Alyssia shared, "I feel that there should be more options for people with vision impairments to be able to vote independently and in secret, as it is a right to be able to do that. For example, a lot of VI people get help from family members, friends et cetera to vote. And whilst many may be okay with that, it's just an another process that you can't do independently and I just I feel like there should be an accessible way of doing that".

The right to vote is for everyone.
Use your right tomorrow and make it count!



[Image description: Red UK post box standing in front of a stone wall. On the wall is a large sign that reads 'Polling Station' with an arrow pointing in the direction of the postbox.]

01/05/2026

This week we had someone very special visit the Life Without Limits Centre, with a very special gift...

Lord David Blunkett popped round to unveil a special bust of himself. Sculpted by the very talented Frances Segelman, this bust was previously on display at the House of Lords, representing Lord Blunkett's incredible and numerous achievements as the UK’s first blind cabinet minister.

The sculpture is, importantly, designed to be touched. As well as listened to, with Lord Blunkett's own audio description of the piece and what it means.

Not only is the artwork a beautiful addition to the LWLC, it's also a powerful representation of what it truly means to live a Life Without Limits. We are so proud to give a it home. Shoutout to Fight for Sight for sharing this bust with us.

So next time you visit the LWLC, take a moment to touch the artwork and think about all the things you can do too!



[Image description: Image 1 - Lord David Blunkett standing beside the newly unveiled bust of himself, in the Life Without Limits Centre. Image 2 - The sculpture of Lord Blunkett displayed on top of a blue case in the Life Without Limits Centre. Below the bust is a panel with descriptive text and a button for audio description.]