Resource: A message to all the Super Mums with VI children
A personal message to the league of Super Mums – mothers of visually impaired children – from a Super Mum herself, our very own Jane Ring, Parent Support Officer at LOOK.
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News: The mother and daughter team behind LOOK
Journalist Jenny White spoke to the formidable mother and daughter team – Charlotte Bowen (CEO of LOOK) and her mother Jennifer (founder of LOOK), who was one of Wales’ first female photojournalists.
Out and about: LOOK Mentor team in London
Our lovely LOOK Mentor team, who are based in different locations around the country, met together in London this week, for in-person working and planning.
News: Birmingham law firm supports LOOK
Our CEO, Charlotte Carson, visited the Birmingham office of Pinsent Masons this week to speak to the team. The Birmingham office is supporting LOOK for the next two years.
London Marathon: 26 runners for 26 miles
We are delighted to have 26 runners confirmed for the TCS London Marathon 2023. One runner for every mile of the marathon! Thank you to each of the runners who have committed to train and raise funds for LOOK.
Mentor of the Month: Krupali
Meet our Mentor of the Month, Krupali. Thank you for all the creative ways you champion and support others, and for your kindness and dedication.
Resource: Q&A on 16+ transition to 6th form/college
The transition from a familiar school setting to 6th form or college can be daunting, learning to navigate a new setting. Meeting new people and advocating for your needs with new teachers can feel like a roadblock to your education. In this Q&A three of our LOOK Mentors met to chat about their experience.
Jamie’s Farm: A summer adventure to remember
Jamie’s Farm’s unique combination of farming, family and therapy offers an environment where young people are respected, and are given opportunities to display their talents and show responsibility.
Top Tips on essay writing and researching for your University degree
Aged 16+ with University or college in your sights? Will your chosen course feature essay writing and researching? If so, then this is the resource you’ve been waiting for!
Mentor of the Month: Emily!
Meet our Mentor of the Month, Emily! Thank you for all the ways you champion and support others, and for your kindness and dedication.
Mentor of the Month: Charlie
Meet our Mentor of the Month, Charlie, whose thoughtful approach to mentoring, and dedication to his mentees makes him our first MOTM for 2023.
Explainer: Peer mentoring matters
Experience has shown us that visually impaired young people are best supported by those that have personal experiences of living with a visual impairment. The mentor role can be hugely rewarding – supporting others, while boosting your own self-development and confidence too.
Resource: Get Exam Ready
Join VI Professionals and LOOK mentors to help your blind and partially sighted kids prepare for exams with confidence.
LOOK: Peer Mentoring Matters
Experience has shown us that visually impaired young people are best supported by those that have personal experiences of living with a visual impairment. The mentor role can be hugely rewarding – supporting others, while boosting your own self-development and confidence too.
Mentor of the Month: Megan
Meet our November Mentor of the Month, Megan. Thank you for all the creative ways you champion and support others, and for your kindness and dedication.
