OpenSight has recently been working closely with Paul Basham Associates, to support specific design elements of Welborne Garden Village. As Hampshire’s leading charity supporting people living with sight loss, OpenSight’s expertise and lived experience have played a vital role in ensuring accessibility is embedded from the earliest stages. Inclusion From the Ground Up Paul Basham […]
We are proud to continue with the Volunteer Length of Service Awards, they recognised the dedication, passion, and commitment shown by our volunteers over time. These awards celebrate key milestones in our volunteers’ journey with us. They are to recognise the impact they’ve made, the time they’ve given, and the communities they’ve helped strengthen. Each […]
This award has been brought in by Chris Dixon, OpenSight’s Chief Executive Officer, to go to a volunteer in which has stood out to him. “The value of a volunteer is measured not in hours given, but in lives changed.” We had the pleasure of presenting the CEO Volunteer Recognition Award to Grace Ballantyne. […]
The Jenny Robinson Award for Outstanding Voluntary Contributions was created in 2026 in memory of Jenny, a former volunteer and Chairman of Trustees. Since the award was launched, it has been presented to OpenSight volunteers who have gove above and beyond the already exceedingly high bar in which all the charity’s wonderful volunteers achieve year […]
We’re looking for an experienced and strategic Head of Income Generation and Communications to join the OpenSight leadership team. Reporting to the Chief Executive officer, this role will lead OpenSight’s fundraising, income generation and communications functions, helping to secure the charity’s long-term sustainability and future growth. You’ll play a central role in developing diverse income […]
The Three Hands Lived Experience Research Community is made up of individuals who have first-hand experience of difficult circumstances, such as managing health conditions, taking on unpaid caring responsibilities, coping with financial hardship, overcoming addiction, or any other challenge life can throw at us. Lived Experts share their stories and experiences in discussions with some […]
We have a range of great opportunities to suit your skills, location, and availability. If you know anyone who might enjoy getting involved with volunteering at OpenSight, please invite them to contact us. Below are descriptions of the volunteering opportunities available today. Smart Tech Service Volunteer: Do you use a smartphone, PC, tablet, or […]
The ‘Jenny Robinson Award for Outstanding Voluntary Contributions’ was created in 2016 in memory of Jenny, a former volunteer and Chairman of Trustees. Since the award was launched, it has been presented to OpenSight volunteers who have gone above the already exceedingly high bar in which all the charity’s wonderful volunteers achieve year in, year […]
Shirley has been a volunteer with OpenSight for over three years now, and her presence continues to make a lasting impact on everyone she meets. She is always a joy to be around, creating a warm and welcoming environment. A retired Psychotherapist, Shirley is particularly passionate about supporting others to manage feelings of overwhelm and […]
OpenSight is proud to be partnering with Help & Care and Wessex Cancer Alliance on an innovative new project focusing on the experience of people with sensory impairments when accessing cancer treatment and support services. Disabled people—especially those with sight or hearing loss—face well-documented barriers across the healthcare system. Research shows that people with sensory […]
