Thank you to everyone who has booked for SVI's annual forum on 16 November 2026. A special thanks too, to everyone who has volunteered to help out on the day. The full programme and a list of exhibitors is available below. We've also added a Word and Pdf version of the Trustees' Report and the …
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For 22 years, Sandwell Visually Impaired, a user-led charity, has supported blind and visually impaired people across Sandwell. Today, its very existence is under threat.
Read an Open Letter from our Chair.
SVI is managed and run by blind and visually impaired (VI) people. We give information and support to anyone in Sandwell with an interest in visual impairment. Our services enable VI people to be as independent as possible and help overcome the challenges of sight loss. We make sure that the needs and concerns of VI people in Sandwell are embedded in local service planning and delivery.
Sandwell Visually Impaired Annual Forum and AGM – Monday 16 November
We are pleased to invite you to our twenty second Annual Forum, to be held on Monday 16 November, 9.30am to 3pm at the Portway Lifestyle Centre, Newbury Lane, Oldbury B69 1HE. We welcome: Mayor of Sandwell Councillor Margaret Sutton who will open the day . Guest speaker Russ Stephenson, …
Accessible version of Sandwell Herald Autumn 2026
The Autumn edition of The Sandwell Herald is now ready to download, specially prepared by the Council in Microsoft Word to ensure it’s fully accessible for our members. It features clear headings, adjustable font sizes, and a screen-reader-friendly layout. Download The Herald here: Sandwell Herald …
