Seminars & Events at Sight Village South East, London

Celebrating 200 Years Of Braille

#Braille200 Join RNIB for a celebration of all things braille. We will be looking at how far braille has come over the last 200 years, the significant difference it is making to people's lives today and what is on the horizon for braille in the future.

Seminar presented by Dave Williams and Claire Maxwell - RNIB on 05 November 2024 at 3pm - 3.30pm - Room 2

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All Thing Canes

Join RNIB for an in depth discussion on canes including: an overview of what's available in the market, the benefits of changing up your cane tip for different terranes and tips on personalising your cane with colours and accessories.

Seminar presented by Dave Williams and Claire Maxwell - RNIB on 05 November 2024 at 1pm - 1.30pm, Room 1

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Solving the Access to Work Puzzle

A workshop presented by Colin Fowler of atwsolutions. The UK’s leading provider of employment services and specialist support staff catering for pan disability in work or seeking work so that any hidden barriers can be dismantled.          
“Empowering & Enabling you to succeed through supported facilitation”

Seminar presented by Colin Fowler and Marine Samuels - ATW Solutions on 05 November 2024 at 11.40am - 12.10pm - Room 2

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A multi activity peer support group empowering people with sight loss

Hear from the founder and coordinator of Eye Matter, Suzie Simons, who will talk to you about the amazing opportunities that Eye Matter offers to its members. With over 200 Zoom events each year and over 36 in person outings, Eye Matter educates, empowers and entertains.

Seminar presented by Suzie Simons - Eye Matter on 05 November 2024 at 4.20pm - 4.50pm - Room 1

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The impact that sport, recreation and social activities can have on your life

An interactive talk regarding the positive impact of sport, recreation and active social 'activities' can have on a blind or partially sighted person's life. I'll hopefully have a small panel there with representatives from different levels of aptitude and backgrounds, but all benefitting.

Seminar presented by Metro Blind Sport - Rory Field on 05 November 2024 at 1pm - 1.30pm - Room 2

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Disabled Students Allowance

A summary with examples of Disabled Students Allowance and the support options. How the differing types of support play out. What we know works well, what we know that does not work well. What you may want to consider as a needs assessor, University support staff or a student in receipt or considering disabled student allowance funding.

Seminar presented by John-Paul Anderson - Senclude Ltd on 05 November 2024 at 12.20pm - 12.50pm - Room 1

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The New WeWalk Smart Cane 2: Your Smart Mobility Companion

We will be discussing the brand-new features of the WeWALK Smart Cane 2 and its impact on the daily lives of visually impaired people. The audience will have the chance to try out the cane during and after the seminar at the WeWALK booth.

Seminar presented by Dr Jean Marc Feghali on 5 November 2024 at 11am -11.30am - Room 2

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Hack your Productivity with AI

Come and see a demo of apps and AI tools which can empower blind and partially sighted people in their education and beyond. In this session we will demonstrate just some of the game changing tools for reading printed material, super cool AI apps which can analyse images, find and summarise information, and even create content such as images, videos and audio just from text prompts.

We will be highlighting how the use of AI can aid blind and partially sighted young people to thrive in their education and make learning more accessible, opening doors to endless possibilities.

Seminar presented by Sydney May - Thomas Pocklington Trust on 05 November 2024 at 3.40pm - 4.10pm - Room 1

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Helpful Tips for Exploring Your Next Steps

In this workshop we will discuss how you can explore your next steps, be it employment, education, training or being your own boss.

We will introduce you to the services offered by Blind Ambition and signpost you to the relevant organisations that may be able to assist you.

We will look at the holistic approach to life in terms of health and wellbeing, delving into our courses we are currently offering, for example confidence and resilience courses, and yoga courses.

Seminar presented by Seema Flower - Blind Ambition on 05 November 2024 at 11.00 - 11.30 - Room 1

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Envision Glasses: How AI Features Revolutionise Accessibility & Empower Your Everyday

Join us for an exclusive presentation of Envision Glasses, the revolutionary assistive technology designed for people who are blind or have low vision. Experience first-hand cutting-edge AI assistance for accessibility! These innovative glasses speak out the world around you; read text, describe scenes, call people, - all hands-free. Envision Glasses empower you with immediate access to information, enhancing independence and confidence. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the future of assistive technology in action!

Seminar presented by Priyanka Srivastava - Envision Technologies BV on 05 November 2024 at 12.20pm - 12.50pm - Room 2

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You can have a Vision even without Sight

You can have a Vision even without Sight. We are all faced with barriers that we have to overcome in order to achieve our maximum potential. Our Director, Owais Niaz, will give a speech about setting goals, working through obstacles and materialising one's dreams.

Seminar presented by Owais Niaz - Vision Ability CIC on 05 November 2024 at 3pm - 3.30pm - Room 1

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SEVA – AI Visual Assistant on Smart Glasses

SEVA (Speech Enabled Visual Assistant) is AI platform for Smart Glasses with features to Explore, Experience and Empower the Blind and Visually Impaired person. SEVA platform can be personalized for individuals or institutions and provides features like face recognition to orientation with a sense of distance and direction. SEVA can be integrated with smart accessories and portable to future devices.

Seminar presented by Mani Gupta - Purview Technologies on 05 November 2024 at 2.20pm - 2.50pm, Room 2

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Getting Started with Braille Screen Input

Entering text on an iPhone can be challenging. Many visually impaired people dictate text because they find the on-screen keyboard cumbersome, but dictation isn't always accurate, and there's always a risk that a private message will be overheard. In this session, we will introduce you to another option: Braille Screen Input replaces the standard on-screen keyboard with a braille one, and it's built directly into every iPhone. It's also just had a major overhaul, making it easier than ever to get started. So what are you waiting for? Join us and learn how to type quickly, quietly, with confidence.

Seminar presented by Matthew Horspool - The Braillist Foundation on 5 November 2024 at 1.40pm - 2.10pm - Room 2

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Meet Glide the World's First Self-Guided Mobility Aid designed for people with Sight Loss

Join the Glidance team at Sight Village 2024 to discover the story behind Glide, an innovative mobility device. We'll provide a detailed physical description, explain how it works in various scenarios, and showcase its cutting-edge features and capabilities. This session will include a live, interactive Q&A where you'll have the chance to engage directly with the team, share your feedback, and explore how Glide can impact your daily life. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn and connect!

Seminar presented by Amos Miller, Kyle Buzzard and Luke Buckberrough - Glidance on 05 November 2024 at 4.20pm - 4.50pm, Room 2

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Travel Hands Stories

Travel Hands connects visually impaired people (VIPs) with verified volunteers called Travel Hands to help them commute. We will share anecdotes, how it works and some users experiences with the audience.

Seminar presented by Ishan Jha - Travel Hands on 05 November 2024 at 1:40 AM - 12:10 PM, Room 1

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Meta Smart Glassess for VI

A short intro into how the new smart glasses have features that are useful for some with a vision impairment. A short talk- around 15 minutes and then open to questions.

Seminar presented by Alex Mann - Royal Society for Blind Children on 05 November 2024 at 2.20pm - 2.50pm, Room 1

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Hair & Care CIC

Join Hair & Care CIC who support blind and low vision women and girls through the exploration of hair and self-care. They offer free monthly workshops in Hackney where they teach hair and self-care fundamentals in a safe, open and accessible environment, to boost confidence and self-esteem, as well as reducing feelings of isolation.

Seminar presented by TBC on 05 November 2024 at 3:35pm - 4.10pm, Room 2

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Empowering Blind and Partially Sighted Individuals in all areas of their lives

We are thrilled and delighted to announce that we are Sight Villages' newest sponsor! Join us for an essential seminar aimed at empowering blind and partially sighted individuals in all areas of their lives. Why Attend? With crime and the fear of crime at an all-time high, many blind and partially sighted people are experiencing a significant drop in confidence. This seminar is designed to provide practical advice and support, helping you navigate your environment safely. Stay safe and empowered! We look forward to seeing you there for one of the most important events you will ever attend.

Seminar presented by Andrew Palmer - VI Safety on 05 November 2024 at 1.40pm - 2.10pm - Room 1

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