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 […]
Remembering Terri Howell, Our Valued Trustee We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Terri, who died too young of pancreatic cancer following a short illness. Terri was a valued trustee of OpenSight and brought great warmth, and commitment to her role. She cared deeply about our mission and the people we support, […]
Call for Accessible Design Panel Members – Woodside Avenue, Eastleigh Our streets often include barriers that make it harder to move around freely. Poor-quality pavements, uneven surfaces, inadequate drainage and a lack of suitable crossings can all reduce safety and accessibility, discouraging people from walking, wheeling or cycling for short journeys. Walk Wheel Cycle Trust […]
2026 Challenge and Fundraising Events On Wednesday 13th May, we’ll be hosting our second golf day at Leckford Golf Course. What to expect: Breakfast at the clubhouse followed by a round of 18-holes on the exclusive Old Course. Fundraising activities and challenges throughout the course. Lunch at the prestigious Leckford Abbas alongside prizes and a […]
We’re looking for a highly organised and people-focused Business Support Officer to join the OpenSight team. Reporting to our Deputy CEO, this role provides vital coordination and administrative support across our community services, working closely with our Community Connections Leads and supporting the oversight of around 150 volunteers. You’ll be the first point of contact […]
OpenSight’s Statement on Concessionary Bus Travel in Hampshire OpenSight is concerned about the effect that the changes to concessionary bus travel are having on people in Hampshire who are blind or partially sighted. For many of the people we support, the bus is not simply their preferred mode of travel; it is their only realistic way of getting to work, […]
As the colder months roll in, scam activity is rising fast and many of these attempts are specifically targeting TV Licensing customers. At OpenSight, we’re committed to keeping our community safe, informed and empowered, especially when it comes to protecting personal information. To support this, we’re amplifying TV Licensing’s STOP, CHECK, ASK campaign. It’s a simple, practical framework that helps you […]
