Blind Low Vision NZ
Blind Low Vision NZ (formally the Blind Foundation) is the leading provider of vision support services across Aotearoa. Every year, thousands of New Zealanders adjust to sight loss, and Blind Low Vision NZ is there to help. Across Otago, Southland, Timaru and Waimate, their dedicated team works alongside people of all ages to build confidence, independence and connection. The organisation offers a wide range of services including mobility training, daily living skills, accessible technology, emotional support, a talking library and guide dog partnerships. Support is personalised and focused on helping people live the life they choose. Volunteers are an important part of this work. With their help, clients can attend appointments, stay socially connected, learn new skills and feel more included in their communities. Volunteers bring kindness, patience and practical support that makes a real difference. By combining professional expertise with community heart, Blind Low Vision NZ helps ensure no one has to face sight loss alone.
https://blindlowvision.org.nz/
Roles Available:
Treasurer
Do you love balancing budgets and working with Excel spreadsheets? Blind Low Vision needs someone with these skills to support their Community Support Group and volunteer base.
Biketober - Have a go being a Tandem Bike Pilot
Try your hand at piloting a tandem bike during this fun Biketober event! Ride solo or with a passenger, and discover if you’ve got the skills to help someone with low vision enjoy cycling 🚴♂️🚴♂️🦯
Community Driver
Drive individuals with low vision to activity groups and social gatherings, and make a difference by supporting individuals to live the life they want!
Creative Craft Group Volunteer
Use your creative flare as volunteer support for our Craft Group and help Blind Low Vision NZ members to socialise and develop their creative project potential in Invercargill!
Narrator for Blind Low Vision Telephone Information Service (TIS)
Do you like reading the morning paper? 📰 Blind Low Vision NZ needs someone to read and record news articles and family notices from the local paper onto a phone line for people with vision impairment to listen to. All from the comfort of home!
Tandem Bike Pilot
Do you love getting out on your bike? You can make it possible for someone with blind/low vision to enjoy cycling outdoors by being a Pilot rider on the front of a tandem bike!
Walking Group Volunteer - Blind Low Vision NZ
Love walking and staying active? Support someone who is blind or has low vision to enjoy the outdoors, fresh air, and great company. A simple way to make a big difference!