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Access makes more possible

Being blind or having low vision doesn’t limit a person’s potential. Inaccessible environments, outdated systems and a lack of essential tools do.

When Kiwis who are blind or have low vision have access to the right adaptive tools and inclusive design, they study, work, manage their health, and lead active lives in every corner of New Zealand. Access isn’t an add-on or a luxury, it is the foundation of an equitable society.

Learn how we make more access possible
A man with a white cane walking down some concrete stairs in a suburban setting.

Accessing community

A white cane is a key that opens the door to full, independent community life across Aotearoa. By detecting curbs, steps, and changing surfaces underfoot, it gives Kiwis who are blind or have low vision the confidence to navigate public spaces on their own terms, whether that’s popping down to the local dairy, catching a bus, or meeting friends. Beyond physical mobility, it signals to neighbours, drivers, and local shopkeepers to share footpaths thoughtfully, creating welcoming communities where everyone can participate fully.
Help Kiwis access their community
A man and his white cane stand next to a sign in a library. The sign reads "What's on at Birkenhead Library" and has a poster advertising an event.

Accessing employment

A short blurb of about 80-90 words that explains how having the right tools helps a kiwi who is blind or has low vision access employment.

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Help Kiwis access employment
Top-down view of a person at a wooden desk using a laptop, holding a pen over the trackpad with one hand while holding an open notebook with the other.

Your support changes everything

You can help provide the tools and training needed to help Kiwis who are blind, deafblind or have low vision access employment, education, health services and their communities. Please donate today.

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A man and his white cane walking through a shopping mall.

A short blurb of about 80-90 words that explains how having the right tools helps a kiwi who is blind or has low vision access education.

The image of the laptop is placeholder. Use something that features a client in an education setting.

Help Kiwis access education
Top-down view of a person at a wooden desk using a laptop, holding a pen over the trackpad with one hand while holding an open notebook with the other.