RNIB
Description: UK charity providing a wide range of products and services for vi people. The Wales branch works on behalf of more than 111,000 people in Wales living with sight loss. Our services provide practical solutions to everyday challenges. We work in partnership with organisations across Wales to provide local services.
Weblink: http://www.rnib.org.uk/wales-cymru-1
Tel: 0303 123 9999
Email: cymru@rnib.org.uk
Category: Third/voluntary Sector
Last Updated: 19th of October 2023
Services Provided
RNIB Helpline
The helpline can assist you with information on any aspect of RNIB's many services.Swansea (Singleton) Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO)
Full time ECLO based at Singleton Hospital, Swansea. Provides emotional support, often at a time of great need. Also signposts patients on to the many different services to help maintain their independence. The role of ECLO helps to bridge the gap between health and social care services for blind and partially sighted people.Bridgend (Princess of Wales) Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO)
Part time (Mon, Tues, Thurs and Friday) ECLO based at Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend. Provides emotional support, often at a time of great need. Also signposts patients on to the many different services to help maintain their independence. The role of ECLO helps to bridge the gap between health and social care services for blind and partially sighted people.Neath Port Talbot Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO)
Part time (Mon, Thurs) ECLO based at Neath Port Talbot Hospital. Provides emotional support, often at a time of great need. Also signposts patients on to the many different services to help maintain their independence. The role of ECLO helps to bridge the gap between health and social care services for blind and partially sighted people.Amman Valley Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO)
ECLO based at Amman Valley Hospital. Provides emotional support, often at a time of great need. Also signposts patients on to the many different services to help maintain their independence. The role of ECLO helps to bridge the gap between health and social care services for blind and partially sighted people.Carmarthen (Glangwili) Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO)
ECLO based at Glangwili hospital. Provides emotional support, often at a time of great need. Also signposts patients on to the many different services to help maintain their independence. The role of ECLO helps to bridge the gap between health and social care services for blind and partially sighted peopleLlanelli (Prince Philip Hospital) Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO)
ECLO based at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli. Provides emotional support, often at a time of great need. Also signposts patients on to the many different services to help maintain their independence. The role of ECLO helps to bridge the gap between health and social care services for blind and partially sighted people.Haverfordwest (Withybush) Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO)
ECLO based at Withybush Hospital, Haverfordwest. Provides emotional support, often at a time of great need. Also signposts patients on to the many different services to help maintain their independence. The role of ECLO helps to bridge the gap between health and social care services for blind and partially sighted people.RNIB Library
The RNIB Library is the largest of its kind in the UK, and it's completely free, with over 60,000 items in the collection. This website is your gateway to the entire collection in one place: Audio, Braille, Music - there is so much to access, borrow and enjoy.RNIB Tax Advice Service
RNIB is working with her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) on a project to support blind and partially sighted people with tax and benefit issues. Our service is free and confidential.RNIB Talk & Support - telebefriending
This provides opportunities for you to socialise in small groups by phone to build friendships and get peer support with other people in a similar situation. We match individuals together for conversations based on age and group preferences. Trained volunteers or RNIB staff facilitate the groups. Talk and Support befriending groups meet on the same day, at the same time, each week. Each group runs for 55 minutes. Facilitators help the group chat together and keep the conversation flowing.RNIB Reading Services online library
A digital download library, allowing subscribers to download talking books, talking magazines and podcasts directly to their computer, tablet or smartphone.Bronglais Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO)
ECLO based (Tues, Wed, Fri) at Bronglais Hospital (North Road Clinic). Provides emotional support, information, assistance and signposts on to many different services to help at this difficult time. The ECLO can bridge the gap between health and social care for people with sight loss.Swansea VI Tennis Club
Currently not running. The game is very much like conventional tennis though with much larger balls filled with ball bearings, making it easier to detect where the ball is coming from. Sessions take place on Thursdays from 1 pm to 2 pm at Swansea Tennis Centre.Children, Families and Young People Service
Advice and support on education and social activities for blind and partially-sighted children and their families.RNIB Transitions
Help for young people moving from school to college.Employment Support Service
Help with looking for work or helping you to stay in work for people with sight loss.RNIB Transcriptions
The service creates books and other print materials in all kinds of accessible formats - braille, large print, e-text, audio and tactile images.Connect Radio
Connect Radio is especially for blind and partially sighted people and broadcasts 24 hours a day, seven days a week on Freeview Channel 730 and online at the link below.RNIB Counselling
Offering telephone and online counselling to people impacted by sight-loss. Counselling through the medium of Welsh, as well as English.Information and Advice Workshops
These are half-day workshops to help people with sight loss rebuild their confidence and live as independently as possible. They include 'Finding Your Feet', 'Falls Prevention' and 'Low Vision'. They take place at different venues, so please contact RNIB Cymru on the telephone number given.Powys ECLO
This full time ECLO service operates from a range of community clinics including Ystradgynlais, Brecon, Llandrindod Wells, Llanidloes, Machynlleth, and Welshpool. Provides emotional support, often at a time of great need. Also signposts patients on to the many different services to help maintain their independence. The role of ECLO helps to bridge the gap between health and social care services for blind and partially sighted people. An alternative email address is Doug.hymers@rnib.org.ukRNIB Connect Facebook groups
RNIB's Connect Facebook groups are a supportive space for people affected by sight loss to talk to others in a similar situation about topics that matter to them, ask questions and share tips and stories. The group for Wales is given in the link below.Visibly Better
An accreditation and advice provider to enable organisations to create accessible and attractive environments in areas such as social housing, hospitals and offices.Services for Businesses
With over 150 years' experience of working together with blind and partially sighted people, our knowledge can help your business open up a host of new opportunities. We can help with websites, apps, accessible communications, user testing, training and much more.RNIB Newsagent
We deliver more than 200 popular and best-selling publications, in a format to suit you. There are popular high street titles, specialist publications, children's magazines and the major daily and weekend papers.RNIB Bookshare
RNIB Bookshare supports those who are unable to access print with a vast collection of accessible textbooks and materials to support the UK curriculum from early years to adult education. This free service, which can be accessed by teachers, students, and parents, has a range of accessible formats so books can be read electronically or adapted to suit personal reading needs, giving students the same educational opportunities as their peers.Technology for Life
RNIB's Technology for Life team can give you information and support with: Making the best use of your smartphone or tablet; using accessibility software such as screen readers or magnifiers; understanding the specifications of products; discovering new products that could be useful to you; troubleshooting and problem solving. The Technology Support volunteers provide one to one support at home for people with sight loss. Grants available.Cymru Campaigners
Social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Personal Transcription
Transcription service for blind and partially-sighted people. Formats offered: Audio in human voice or digitally generated synthetic speech, on CD, Daisy CD, or as an mp3 file; Braille; Large and giant print; Electronic text; Tactile diagrams and images; Accessible sheet music and musical scores - Modified Stave notation.RNIB Shape and Share
RNIB Shape and Share events bring children and young people with a vision impairment and their families together for peer support, to share experiences and take part in fun activities virtually via Microsoft Teams.Events associated with this provider:
21st of November 2024
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
RNIB 'Parent Pathways: First Steps' course (online)
Online course for parents and carers who have recently received, or are going through the process of receiving, a diagnosis of vision impairment for their child. 'Parent Pathways: First Steps' consists of two, 90-minute sessions on 21st and 28th November at 7 pm. You can find out more and book a place via the link provided.Hosted by - RNIB
Parent Pathways: First Steps (online)
First Steps is a course for parents and carers who have recently received, or are going through the process of receiving, a diagnosis of vision impairment for their child. For more information and to sign up, visit the link provided.Hosted by - RNIB
22nd of November 2024
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
25th of November 2024
Crafters Chat group (telephone)
Every Monday. For more information, contact Rachel Llewellyn on 07510 382 496 or Rachel.Llewellyn@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
27th of November 2024
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
28th of November 2024
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
RNIB 'Parent Pathways: First Steps' course (online)
Online course for parents and carers who have recently received, or are going through the process of receiving, a diagnosis of vision impairment for their child. 'Parent Pathways: First Steps' consists of two, 90-minute sessions on 21st and 28th November at 7 pm. You can find out more and book a place via the link provided.Hosted by - RNIB
29th of November 2024
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
2nd of December 2024
Crafters Chat group (telephone)
Every Monday. For more information, contact Rachel Llewellyn on 07510 382 496 or Rachel.Llewellyn@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
3rd of December 2024
RNIB Training for professionals supporting learners with vision impairment: Technology (online)
iPads in the mainstream classroom for low vision learners: using in-built accessibility features and specialist apps to access resources and board content and more. Please visit the link provided for further information.Hosted by - RNIB
Sports Chat (telephone)
First Tuesday of the month. Social group for people to chat about sport. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
4th of December 2024
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
5th of December 2024
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
6th of December 2024
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
7th of December 2024
Shape and Share - A Christmas cracker (online)
Join RNIB for fun activities to get everyone into the Christmas spirit. A session full of good cheer and festivities, celebrating all things Christmas as only RNIB knows how. For a full schedule, more information and to book your place, visit the link provided. Booking deadline: Saturday 15 November 2024Hosted by - RNIB
Shape and Share - A Christmas Cracker (online)
Virtual event for children and young people with a vision impairment and their families. For a full schedule, more information and to make a booking, visit the link provided.Hosted by - RNIB
9th of December 2024
Crafters Chat group (telephone)
Every Monday. For more information, contact Rachel Llewellyn on 07510 382 496 or Rachel.Llewellyn@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
10th of December 2024
Book Club (telephone)
Second Tuesday of the month. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
11th of December 2024
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
North Wales Welsh Speakers group (telephone)
Second Wednesday of the month. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Working Age Social group (Cardiff)
Second Wednesday of the month from 6pm to 8pm at Tiny Rebel Cardiff. Contact Community Connection Wales for further information: Anum - Anum.Munawar@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382714 or Rachel - rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382496Hosted by - RNIB
12th of December 2024
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
13th of December 2024
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
16th of December 2024
Crafters Chat group (telephone)
Every Monday. For more information, contact Rachel Llewellyn on 07510 382 496 or Rachel.Llewellyn@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
17th of December 2024
Sports Chat (telephone)
Third Tuesday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Listening Book group (telephone)
Third Thursday of the month. Telephone social group with readings and poems. For more information contact Rachel Llewellyn: Rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382496 or Anum Munawar: Anum.munwar@rnib.org.uk 07510 382714.Hosted by - RNIB
18th of December 2024
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
LGBT+ Group (telephone)
Third Wednesday of the month. For more information contact Una.mulgrew@rnib.org.uk or Mike.holroyd@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
19th of December 2024
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
20th of December 2024
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
23rd of December 2024
Crafters Chat group (telephone)
Every Monday. For more information, contact Rachel Llewellyn on 07510 382 496 or Rachel.Llewellyn@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
25th of December 2024
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
26th of December 2024
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
27th of December 2024
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
30th of December 2024
Crafters Chat group (telephone)
Every Monday. For more information, contact Rachel Llewellyn on 07510 382 496 or Rachel.Llewellyn@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
1st of January 2025
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
2nd of January 2025
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
3rd of January 2025
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
6th of January 2025
Crafters Chat group (telephone)
Every Monday. For more information, contact Rachel Llewellyn on 07510 382 496 or Rachel.Llewellyn@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
7th of January 2025
Sports Chat (telephone)
First Tuesday of the month. Social group for people to chat about sport. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
8th of January 2025
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
North Wales Welsh Speakers group (telephone)
Second Wednesday of the month. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Working Age Social group (Cardiff)
Second Wednesday of the month from 6pm to 8pm at Tiny Rebel Cardiff. Contact Community Connection Wales for further information: Anum - Anum.Munawar@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382714 or Rachel - rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382496Hosted by - RNIB
9th of January 2025
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
10th of January 2025
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
13th of January 2025
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
14th of January 2025
Book Club (telephone)
Second Tuesday of the month. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
15th of January 2025
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
LGBT+ Group (telephone)
Third Wednesday of the month. For more information contact Una.mulgrew@rnib.org.uk or Mike.holroyd@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
16th of January 2025
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
17th of January 2025
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
20th of January 2025
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
21st of January 2025
Sports Chat (telephone)
Third Tuesday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Listening Book group (telephone)
Third Thursday of the month. Telephone social group with readings and poems. For more information contact Rachel Llewellyn: Rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382496 or Anum Munawar: Anum.munwar@rnib.org.uk 07510 382714.Hosted by - RNIB
22nd of January 2025
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
23rd of January 2025
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
24th of January 2025
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
27th of January 2025
Art Club UK (Telephone)
Every Monday from 11am to 12pm. For all artists and enthusiasts to share their thoughts, feelings, and stories about the arts in a welcoming, supportive and safe space. Contact: rachel.llewellyn@rnib.org.uk or 07510 382 496Hosted by - RNIB
Tech and Talk Support (telephone)
Every Monday. Technology queries answered by peers. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
29th of January 2025
Mission Ambition (telephone)
Every Wednesday. Support and advice group for those looking to achieve something, no matter how big or small. For more information contact George Hinton on 07711 188 292 or george.hinton@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
30th of January 2025
Wales and West Young People's online - 18 - 50yrs (online)
Meet every Thursday via video call. (aged 18 - 50 years). For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
31st of January 2025
South Wales Valleys phone group
Every Friday. For more information contact Eleanor Rothwell on 07702 821 915 or Eleanor.rothwell@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
6th of February 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
14th of February 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
22nd of February 2025
Shape and Share - pancake party (online)
Do you like to toss or flip your pancake? Brush up these skills when you join RNIB to celebrate Shrove Tuesday. For a full schedule, more information and to book your place, visit the link provided. Booking deadline: Saturday 1 February 2025.Hosted by - RNIB
Shape and Share - pancake party (online)
Virtual event for children and young people with a vision impairment and their families. Booking deadline: Saturday 1 February 2025. For a full schedule, more information and to make a booking, visit the link provided.Hosted by - RNIB
28th of February 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
6th of March 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
8th of March 2025
Shape and Share - World Book Day (online)
For all budding bookworms! Let’s celebrate World Book Day together in style. Join RNIB for an amazing adventure: whether you’re a David Walliams, Julia Donaldson or Enid Blyton fan, we will have something for everyone. For a full schedule, more information and to book your place, visit the link provided. Booking deadline: Saturday 1 February 2025.Hosted by - RNIB
Shape and Share - World Book Day (online)
Virtual event for children and young people with a vision impairment and their families. Booking deadline: Saturday 15 February 2025. For a full schedule, more information and to make a booking, visit the link provided.Hosted by - RNIB
14th of March 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
28th of March 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
3rd of April 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
11th of April 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
25th of April 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
1st of May 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
9th of May 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
23rd of May 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
5th of June 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
6th of June 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
20th of June 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
3rd of July 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
4th of July 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
18th of July 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
1st of August 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
7th of August 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
15th of August 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
29th of August 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
4th of September 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
12th of September 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
26th of September 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
2nd of October 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
10th of October 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
24th of October 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
6th of November 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
7th of November 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
21st of November 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
4th of December 2025
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
5th of December 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
19th of December 2025
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB
1st of January 2026
Women with Vision (telephone)
For young blind or partially sighted women in Wales and the South West from diverse cultural backgrounds. First Thursday of the month. For more information contact Anum Munawar on 07510 382 714 or anum.munawar@rnib.org.ukHosted by - RNIB
2nd of January 2026
Cymru Campaigners (telephone)
This is our social group for people who like to campaign for change. It runs on alternate Fridays over Microsoft Teams, and people can join via a link for their computer or device, or join by phone, or can be dialled in for easy access. Our campaigners get together to talk about what they have been up to and give each other support and advice. For more information, email cymrucampaigns@rnib.org.uk or call 0303 123 999.Hosted by - RNIB