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RNIB Connect

RNIB Connect Radio

RNIB Connect Radio is the UK radio station for blind and partially sighted people to find out what is happening in the community. You can also contribute and share your stories by emailing radio@rnib.org.uk. Get involved and join the conversation. Other great podcast channels from RNIB Connect Radio Conversations - Blind and partially sighted people speaking about a wide range of topics. Read On - The Audiobook show all about accessible reading. Tech Talk - Technology for blind and partially

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8:11

S2 Ep845: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

Charity RNIB and the British Library hosted an event to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille, the system of raised dots that allows blind and partially sighted people to read with their fingers. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was there and spoke to the host of the evening’s panel event, our very own Dave Williams. Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille representation of the same

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7:19

S2 Ep845: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

Charity RNIB and the British Library hosted an event to celebrate the bicentenary of the invention of braille, the system of raised dots that allows blind and partially sighted people to read with their fingers. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was there and spoke with Ellie Southwood from Fight for Sight and RNIB's Chair of Trustees, Anna Tylor. Image shows the Braille 200 logo with 'Braille 200' written at the top in white text on a pink background with a visual Braille representation

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5:57

S2 Ep844: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event which was held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. On the night of the event at the British Library RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Alison Hollands QTVI and Lego Braille

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5:48

S2 Ep844: Braille 200: Championing Tactile Literacy -...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille, the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event which was held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. On the night of the event at the British Library RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Marc Aufrant from the Association

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4:13

S2 Ep844: RNIB Braille 200: Championing Tactile...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/27

To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event which was held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. On the night of the event at the British Library RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with RNIB Head Joy Maker Keira Mills to find

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9:33

S2 Ep843: Chatting With Dot Inc About Braille 200...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event being held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024. Dot Inc are one of the sponsors of the RNIB Braille 200: Championing tactile literacy event and RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz caught up with them when they visited the RNIB building before the event. To find out more about Braille and how the RNIB is celebrating 200

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8:37

S2 Ep842: Social Media Update 26th November 2024

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font.

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5:29

S2 Ep841: RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event - Anna Tylor

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz spoke to RNIB's Chair of Trustees Anna Tylor, to get her reflections on the success of the event. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in

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7:05

Wakefield District Sight Aid (WDSA) , Interview with...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

Now time to catch up with Hayley Grocock, Chief Executive Officer at Wakefield District Sight Aid (WDSA). WDSA is a sight loss charity supporting visually impaired people across Wakefield and the surrounding area. Jennifer Murray talks to Hayley to hear more about her job, to learn about WDSA, the exciting achievement of winning a King’s Award for Voluntary Service and more. Should you wish to find out more about WDSA, you can do any of the following: Website: www.wdsa.org.uk Facebook

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10:33

S2 Ep841: Speaking With MPs At RNIB Parliamentary...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz was at the event and to some of the MPs to find out what they have learned. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital

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3:25

S2 Ep841: RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event - MP Steve...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz went along to the houses of Parliament and spoke with MP Steve Darling. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters

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S2 Ep841: RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event - Scott...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. Scott Arthur helped to organise the event, and he spoke to RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz about his hopes for it. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black

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1:30

S2 Ep841: RNIB Parliamentary Drop-In Event - Cate Vallis

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

On Monday 25th of November RNIB hosted a Parliamentary drop-in event for MPs. Those in attendance were able to learn how to support their blind and partially sighted constituents, including how to make communications accessible, and gain insights into daily life with sight loss. RNIB Connect Radio's Hubert Pawelkiewicz went along and spoke to Cate Vallis from RNIB. Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold

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8:28

S2 Ep837: Importance Of Braille With A Festive Twist

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

Each month RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell talks with Chris Danielsen, PR Director for the National Federation of the Blind in the USA. This month they talk about the charity’s promotion of learning Braille and how blind children in the US, can get an accessible letter and fun pack from Santa. #RNIBConnect Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is

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9:03

S2 Ep839: Drivers And Passengers Making Public...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/26

RNIB Scotland have reached a milestone with their Swap With Me public transport events. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Aileen Clarkson, from RNIB Scotland, and Olivia Skleaner, from Lothian Buses, to find out how bus drivers are learning how to make bus journeys for blind and partially sighted passengers, easier and more relaxing. #RNIBConnect Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink

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4:16

S2 Ep875: BlindTobes, LADBible and RNIB

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/25

TikTok star BlindTobes recently took part in a shoot with LadBible and RNIB. He spoke to our David Hogg about the shoot and the new partnership.

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7:28

S2 Ep840: Improving Support For People With Vision...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/25

RNIB recently welcomed visitors all the way from Japan. Amelia spoke to Dr. Risa Nara, who has both sight and hearing loss, about her trip to the UK and how she is improving support for deafblind people in Japan. Alongside her translator Mami Schramm, she has visited RNIB and other charities across the UK to share ideas. Learn more about Prof. Nara's most recent paper here - The professional structure required of primary school teachers in Japanese schools for the deaf - Nara - British Journal

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8:31

S2 Ep840: HumanWare Sponsors the RNIB Braille 200:...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/25

To mark 200 years since Louis Braille invented his six-dot tactile reading and writing system braille the RNIB is leading a year of celebrations with an event being held at The British Library on Tuesday 26 November 2024 for invited guests where a panel of distinguished braillists will delve into the rich history of braille and debate its promising future too. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Andrew Flatres, Braille Product Manager at HumanWare who are one of the sponsors of the RNIB

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9:25

S2 Ep836: Charity Chief Exec's Customer Update...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/25

Each week, RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell sits down with Matt Stringer, CEO of RNIB, to look at some of the big stories coming from the UK sight loss charity. This week Matt talks about being part of a UK Government NHS for the future panel, an award for their London HQ and the launch of RNIB’s Letters From Santa. If you, or someone you know, would like information on the support and services available from RNIB, go to www.rnib.org.uk You can also call our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or ask

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8:35

S2 Ep838: Learning Braille Alongside Studying At...

RNIB Connect ·

2024/11/25

How easy is it to learn Braille and follow all your high school studies? RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell will be following Cara Murphy’s learning curve as she juggles learning the reading and writing code, alongside studying her Uddingston Grammar School subjects. Here’s the first of 3 pieces recorded at the South Lanarkshire school, which has a specialist Vision Support Team, geared to help blind and partially sighted students thrive in the mainstream environment. #RNIBConnect Image shows

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