Mentor of the Month: Al Ameen!
Can we get a cheer for our June Mentor of the Month Al!
Read on to find out why his work has impressed the LOOK team so much this month.
Month: June 2022
See My Skills: How to Land Your Dream Job! Resources
In March 2022 LOOK UK and Vision Foundation co-hosted a landmark conference for visually impaired 16-24 year olds. The aim of this ambitious online event was to give practical solutions to the barriers and challenges that exist for young people seeking employment.
LOOK at London Zoo
Have you ever watched the graceful meandering of a giraffe, listened in awe to the loud baritone roar of a lion or watched the playful swoops of the feeding penguins?
At the end of May the LOOK team and friends were invited to an accessible tour of ZSL London Zoo to meet the animals up close and personal.
Just Like Us – School Diversity Week
In recognition of School Diversity Week, we shine a light on how inclusive mainstream schools are for the VI community. LOOK mentors and mentees share their experiences of the education system, the support they received and where they feel schools fall short.
Talking Transitions – Getting tech ready for the future.
Transitions are always a key point in a VI child or young persons life. Having the right equipment in place and the skills to use them makes a huge difference. In this session we focus on best practice provision, when new assistive technology should be introduced and how we can support what happens at home.
How to help your vision-impaired child feel less isolated and build a sense of belonging.
In this resource LOOK UK and VICTA discuss the power of connection and the impact identifying your tribe has on mental health and wellbeing.
Making Music Accessible
To celebrate World Music Day we invited Roger Firman, Braille musician, to tell us about his journey to finding and eventually teaching Braille music.
Mobility Matters, how parent carers can support their children to navigate the world.
In this resource, the LOOK Parent support group and mentor team explore mobility, teaching our children independence skills and how to support them to explore the world without barriers.
LOOK Life Hacks – Next Steps if you’re not going to Uni.
Knowing what to do after we finish our formal education can be daunting and for those who aren’t following the path to uni, it can seem even more so. Deciding to take a vocational course or subject can be a life-changing alternative, providing you with the practical skills and knowledge to prepare you for work.
