There are just under 37,000 blind and partially sighted children and young people in England and Wales. Every day, four more children will be diagnosed with sight loss. Blind and partially sighted children and young people frequently live wonderful and fulfilling lives. However, statistically they are at a disadvantage.
- Only 1 in 4 blind and partially sighted people of working age are in employment
- Two thirds of blind people are living on or below the poverty line
- Most will never have a meaningful relationship
A lack of regular support for parents, fewer opportunities to learn vital life skills, and limited access to positive social experiences mean that blind and partially sighted children and young people can be at a serious disadvantage when it comes to their emotional well-being, social development and ultimately, employment and life prospects. However, it’s not all doom and gloom.
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Junior 24 Hour Squashathon 2024
The juniors of Tring Squash Club are back with their next challenge, but this time even bigger!
Country to Capital Ultra Marathon
The Country to Capital Ultra Marathon on 6 January 2024 is a 43 mile point-to-point race from Wendover to London and well established as the season opener to the Ultra race calendar.
RSBC - World Eye Sight Day 2023
World Sight Day is a global event to draw attention to blindness and vision impairment and this year the campaign focuses on the importance of eyecare in the workplace.
Team Intrepid London Marathon 2023
On Sunday 23rd of April 2023 Crispin and Joni are running the London Marathon for the Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC).