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Let’s Talk Jobs is back.
Jennifer, TPT’s Head of HR, joins our Employment team to share practical insights on reasonable adjustments, job applications, employment law and more.
Monday 9 March, 2–3pm
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/buf333uc
#EmploymentSupport #HRInsights
2026 Rodney Powell Awards. Nominations for this year's awards are now open! Closing date: 28th February 2026' The TPT logo is positioned at the top of the post. The text is decoratively positioned on a sparkly navy background.
Last chance to nominate for the Rodney Powell Awards 2026. Nominations close Saturday 28 Feb.
Celebrate the amazing volunteers, Sight Loss Council members, Student Voices & Young Voices making real change.
Don’t assume someone else will do it.
Nominate now: https://tinyurl.com/29wxke4e
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Only a few places left for our NVDA Tech Friday.
Join us Friday 27 Feb, 11am at the Thomas Pocklington Hub as Graham Page introduces NVDA, the free screen reader transforming digital access.
Register now before it’s gone:https://pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069021?event=701Pz00000tmGPS&tfa_168=6
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Employers, ready to lead on inclusion?
Expressions of interest are open for the 2026/27 Get Set Progress Internship. This 9 month paid programme connects you with talented visually impaired candidates.
We manage recruitment and support. You provide the role.Get involved: https://tinyurl.com/693svrb9
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“I’m not blind. I just have the wrong kind of vision.”
For Retinitis Pigmentosa Awareness Month, Liam O’Carroll shares life with RP, a progressive inherited retinal condition causing night blindness and tunnel vision.
Read his story: https://bit.ly/3Zh6I90
Support: Retina UK 0300 111 4000
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Assistive tech removed the small barriers so Aleks could focus on big goals. A severely sight-impaired student, he regained confidence and ambition once everyday study obstacles disappeared. His story shows why tech must be standard in colleges. Read Aleks’ story: https://tinyurl.com/49t7xftj
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What if your screen reader was free? Join us Fri 27 Feb, 11am at the Pocklington Hub as Graham Page explores NVDA and whether free software can meet your needs. Demo, Q&A, refreshments and station meet up available. Register:https://pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069021?event=701Pz00000tmGPS&tfa_168=6
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Confident supporting a learner with vision impairment? Starting the Conversation is our free, self-paced online training for education professionals. Practical, flexible, and praised by 100+ learners as “essential”. Sign up: https://tinyurl.com/mrx33jhs
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Monday tech tip from our Education team 👇
GPS is helpful, but it misses the little details. Your phone’s camera, paired with AI tools or live human support, can help with the tiny details.
Learn more:
https://www.pocklington.org.uk/education/tech/taking-navigation-to-the-next-level/
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It’s Valentine’s Day, so here’s what we love at TPT: clear pavements, assistive tech in education, inclusive employers, fair interviews, and policies that treat blind & partially sighted people as equals. We’re devoted to better access, awareness & opportunity. Let’s fall in love with inclusion. 💙
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We’re working with Guide Dogs to expand free vision impairment awareness training for bus & coach drivers. Developed by Thomas Pocklington Trust & partners, it helps drivers better support blind & partially sighted passengers. More operators. More accessible travel.
https://tinyurl.com/3fdrhnx2
We meant it then and we mean it now: our student volunteers are incredible. Your time, voice and energy truly matter, and we’re so grateful you stand with us to drive change.
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It’s Student Volunteering Week! We’re celebrating our brilliant Student Volunteers at TPT. They share lived experience to shape our work, influence policy, speak at events and support STEP. Huge thanks! Blind or partially sighted students: get involved: volunteering@pocklington.org.uk
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A diverse group of people seated in a bright room with large windows attentively listening to a speaker at the front during a presentation and a dog resting on the floor.
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Get Set Progress internship is more than work experience. From expert-led training days to meaningful placements, it builds confidence and careers for BPS people. Employers across the UK can get involved. Learn more and sign up to host an intern via: https://tinyurl.com/693svrb9
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Sarah, our Employment Development Intern, shares her experience of job hunting as a disabled graduate and the frustration of filtering through the #DisabilityConfidentScheme. Supportive or a statistic?
Read her article here: https://ow.ly/X6zN50Y7lv8
#DisabilityEmployment #DisabledTalent
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Let’s Talk Jobs is back! This month: we’re discussing Civil Service careers. Join our employment team and ex-Civil Servant Nicola Blacker for a practical MS Teams session on applying as a blind or partially sighted person. Monday 9 Feb, 2–3pm. Register:https://tinyurl.com/ept3yx3w
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On 12 Dec 2025, motivational speaker Nick Elston returned to deliver an inspiring and highly engaging online public speaking session for our interns, students, job seekers, volunteers, and staff.
Read more here: https://ow.ly/iFxy50Y7bOI
#SkillShare #GetSetProgress
Will #Driverless cars make everyday travel easier and more accessible? We welcomed Waymo to talk to blind and partially sighted people to share how #AutonomousVehicles work and to ask practical questions about safety, booking journeys and real-world use.
Learn more here: https://ow.ly/HmUo50Y7skX
You're a blind or partially sighted student, thinking about university and open days. You're not alone. Our latest podcast episode shares real stories from students just like you. Listen now to how Sarah, Bilaal, Yanan and Annie made open days work for them.
Listen now: https://tinyurl.com/yxw3zumu
Here’s a quick look at ChromeVox in the latest video in our 'Student Tech with Sydney' series. ChromeVox gives blind and partially sighted students spoken feedback, making it easy to navigate.
Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7fjSxuNXKw&list=PL0_CmFlTyKUjaWjzVedPYZ_NXa7mTQHC8&index=2
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The Rodney Powell Awards 2026 celebrate the outstanding impact made by TPT & Sight Loss Councils volunteers. "Having been honoured with this award last year, it boosted my self-confidence and showed that my actions can make a difference!" Aleks T
Nominate a TPT volunteer: https://ow.ly/RhOp50Y0A5r
How are your new year's resolutions looking? Don't worry, we're not judging! Here's a resolution you can keep, subscribe to Through Our Eyes, a podcast by and for blind and partially sighted students.
Listen now: https://thomaspocklingtontrust.podbean.com/
#StudentPodcast #DisabledStudents
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Not a fan of typing on glass? You’re not alone.
Join us for Tech Friday 3.0 on Fri 23 Jan
Hands-on buttoned phones for blind & partially sighted people. Try MiniVision 2, SmartVision 3, BlindShell & Big Purple Phone.
TPT Hub, 11am. Sign up 👉https://pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069021
Our CEO Charles and Edu Tech manager Alex attending this last year and brought back some great learning tips for our charity. Who's attending this year? @charlescolquhoun.bsky.social
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Visionary Online Session - Join NEW, FREE event for Visionary members:
4 Feb, 10AM to 11AM
Collaborative Employment Support – The Devon in Sight & Thomas Pocklington Trust Partnership
Works For Me service partnership, referrals, working practices etc
Register: https://www.visionary.org.uk/events/
Join the 2026 series of STEP sessions supporting blind & partially sighted students moving into further or higher education. Sessions cover confidence, self-advocacy, assistive tech, socialising, and more. Dates: 28 & 29 Jan 2026. More info: https://tinyurl.com/4zapy3ny
#DisabledStudents
'2025 Rodney Powell Awards. Nominations for this year's awards are now open! Closing date: 28th February 2026' The TPT logo is positioned at the top of the post. The text is decoratively positioned on a sparkly navy background.
Rodney Powell Awards 2026 nominations are open🎉
Celebrating TPT volunteers making a real difference, from Sight Loss Councils to Student & Young Voices.
Know an individual or team to nominate? Deadline: 28 Feb 2026.
Nomination forms and guidance here:https://tinyurl.com/29wxke4e
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Quick reminder: our Let’s Talk Jobs webinar is today at 2pm. We’ll explore the Get Set Progress Internship, hear from a current intern and share how we support blind & partially sighted people into paid work. Sign up👉 https://pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069021?event=701Pz00000pu4gM&tfa_168=6
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Title reads: "Tech Friday returns!". Below reads: "fed up with typing on flat screens? Try buttoned phones designed for blind and partially sighted people, 23 January, 11am, Register to attend" with a right pointing arrow. Towards the right is a silver buttoned phone. The TPT and Sight and Sound logos are on the bottom left.
Not a fan of typing on glass? You’re not alone.
Join us for Tech Friday 3.0 on Fri 23 Jan
Hands-on buttoned phones for blind & partially sighted people. Try MiniVision 2, SmartVision 3, BlindShell & Big Purple Phone.
TPT Hub, 11am. Sign up 👉https://pocklington.tfaforms.net/5069021
Andy Law, Policy and Campaigns Manager at TPT, Martha Foulds, Policy and Campaigns Coordinator at TPT, Paul Hsu, North London SLC, Bhavini Makwana, Policy and Campaigns Manager at TPT, Liam O'Carroll, Interim Engagement Manager for London Sight Loss Councils', and Shalini O'Kane, SW London SLC member, are stood outside Westminster holding cupcakes and candles, and a 5th birthday card with the words '5 long years of waiting'
After more than 5 years of waiting, the Government’s response on pavement parking falls short. Local discretion is not enough and won’t keep blind and partially sighted people safe. We will continue campaigning for a national ban.
#EndPavementParking #AccessibleStreets #DisabilityRights
