Foundation Fighting Blindness

Please join the Foundation Fighting Blindness for our upcoming Insights Forum, our quarterly conference call providing updates to the inherited retinal disease community. The call will take place on Thursday, May 23, at 11:00 A.M. ET. To register, please visit: https://bit.ly/4bHdPM5

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day and we're celebrating by highlighting several apps that are breaking barriers and empowering individuals with visual impairments. 📱 ReBokeh: Customize your vision with enhanced filters to see the world clearer. 👁️🗨️ Oko App: Navigate traffic lights safely and independently with real-time feedback. 🤝 Be My Eyes: Connect with volunteers for visual assistance anytime, anywhere. 🔍 Seeing AI: Experience your surroundings through smart, narrated descriptions. Together, let's champion accessibility and embrace technology that empowers and creates an inclusive world for all. Image Description: At the center, a hand holds a smartphone displaying text that reads "Global Accessibility Awareness Day." Surrounding the phone are app interfaces and logos, including ReBokeh and Be My Eyes. The background is teal, with the Foundation's logo in the bottom right.

Disability advocate and psychotherapist, Rebecca Alexander, joined her brother and TODAY co-anchor, Peter Alexander, on the TODAY show to share her journey with Usher syndrome. We applaud Rebecca and Peter for using their voices to raise awareness for Usher syndrome and the deafblind community! Watch her segment and read the full story at: https://lnkd.in/ejFnuhYb

Join Jessie and the more than 500 individuals from the blind and low vision community who are expected to attend VISIONS 2024 on June 21 and 22 in Chicago! Purchase your tickets today at: https://lnkd.in/deR-2bPd Don't forget! The Foundation Fighting Blindness has secured a special rate at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile for VISIONS 2024 guests. This deal has been extended and reservations must be made to May 28 by 5:00 PM ET to receive this special rate. Video Description: Jessie Wolinksy stands holding her white cane and speaks directly to the camera.

Join us in this #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth to foster community, support, and resilience through our Foundation Fighting Blindness chapters. Our local chapters provide a space for individuals with vision loss to come together, share experiences, and find strength in unity. As we shine a light on the intersection of mental health and vision loss, let our chapters be a beacon of hope and connection. Together, we can navigate any challenges and empower one another toward a brighter tomorrow. Find your local chapter on our website at: https://lnkd.in/epqqrH9y Image Description: Dark blue background. The Foundation Fighting Blindness logo top center with a green ribbon to the right. Text below that reads, "You are not alone. Join you local chapter." Followed by the Lulie's Next Chapter logo.

Thank you, Stephen Rappoport, for all you do to further our mission, and congratulations on receiving the Visionary Award at our New York City Night for Sight gala!

We’re just 6 weeks away from VISIONS 2024! Have you registered yet? Visit our website to learn more and book your tickets today at: https://lnkd.in/deR-2bPd PS, The Foundation Fighting Blindness has secured a special rate at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile for VISIONS 2024 guests. Be sure to make your reservations by May 20 to receive this room rate! Video Description: Colin Danna speaks directly to camera. VISIONS 2024 logo in the bottom right corner.

Did you know? According to a CDC study, 1 in 4 adults with vision loss reported experiencing anxiety or depression. This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, let's break the silence surrounding the emotional impact of vision loss and extend our support to those in need. Together, we can create a community of understanding and resilience. 💙 Image Description: Dark blue background with a teal bar at the bottom. Foundation Fighting Blindness logo in the top left corner, accompanied by a green ribbon. Below, text reads: "In a CDC study, 1 in 4 adults with vision loss reported anxiety or depression." An illustration of a girl sitting in the bottom right corner, surrounded by white squiggles representing anxiety and depression.

Strength isn't just about overcoming challenges alone—it's about knowing when to reach out for support. Thank you, Eavan, for sharing your insight this #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth!

Explore how gene editing is revolutionizing the fight against blinding diseases in this recent article by CNN at: https://cnn.it/4bpJ3Y2