Supporting visually impaired young people to thrive
In June we were delighted to welcome Kirsty James to sit in the LOOK Into chair where she chatted with Clare Norton-Smith (Events and Resources Co-ordinator at LOOK) about working in campaigns, the campaigns that have delivered the most success and how being involved in campaigning can give you life skills and boost your confidence.
From online Parent Support Groups to expert-led webinars, Youth Forums and Music Groups – get your diaries out and make a note of these fab events from LOOK!
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.
We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who came and took part in the See My Skills: How to land your dream job! event on Saturday 26 March 2022, co-hosted by LOOK and Vision Foundation.
LOOK UK and VICTA have teamed up to host a parent advice workshop focused on managing the emotional and practical challenges following diagnosis of a young child with a vision impairment. The workshop will also consider the early years and support pathways available from diagnosis.
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.
Free online music group for under 18-year-old VI young people.
This month we’re joined by star guest Sirine Jahangir; singer on Britain’s Got Talent 2020, chatting about all things music.
Huge congratulations to our May Mentor of the Month Saima, her dedication to the mentor project and her mentees is just incredible!
LOOK Parent Carer Support Officer, Jane Ring, daughter Chloe, husband Neil and Sapphire the buddy dog travelled to London to meet with MPs as part of Guide Dogs #AllThingsEqual campaign.
Photo credit Guide Dogs UK
We need you! – LOOK are recruiting London based volunteer mentors.
LOOK’s monthly discussion groups for young people aged 11-18 are back this month with a shiny new look!
As well as providing fun, chat, music and quizzes we’ll also be inviting guests to talk about topics that matter to you.
Join LOOK to find out more about education health care plans – what’s good about them? What’s rubbish? And how can you create the best EHCP?
Are you ready for the challenge of a lifetime? Then join Team LOOK at the London Marathon.
In April we were delighted to be joined by Martin Symcox, CEO Metro Blind Sport and John McDougall, Captain of the England VI Football team.
We are so excited to announce our April Mentor of the month, the fantastic Maria. Read on to find out why we think Maria rocks!
We always welcome support and help. If you’d like to be involved, we’d love to hear from you!
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