👁️ Blindness Awareness Month – October
1st October 2025
Raising Awareness, Fostering Inclusion, Supporting Vision Health
October is Blindness Awareness Month, a vital time to shine a light on the experiences of people living with blindness and severe visual impairment. It’s a moment to reflect on how we as individuals, businesses, and communities can promote accessibility, understanding, and equality for those with vision loss.
Why It Matters
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Over 2 million people in the UK live with sight loss that impacts their daily lives.
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1 in 5 people will experience some form of sight loss in their lifetime.
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Yet 50% of sight loss is preventable, making education and early detection critical.
Blindness Awareness Month aims to:
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Educate the public about causes of vision loss – such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
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Highlight the importance of regular eye tests, which can detect problems before symptoms appear.
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Promote inclusive design in workplaces, schools, and public spaces.
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Amplify voices of blind and partially sighted individuals – their challenges, successes, and contributions.
How You Can Get Involved
- Book an eye test – early detection can save sight.
- Share stories from people with lived experience of vision loss.
- Donate or volunteer with sight loss charities like RNIB, VICTA, or Guide Dogs UK.
- Ensure accessibility in your digital and physical spaces – check your website's screen reader compatibility, or explore tactile signage and braille.
Useful Resources:
RNIB -Royal National Institute of Blind People
VICTA -Supporting Children and Young Adults who are Blind or Partially Sighted
