Triad - Triangle Chapter

Chapter Contact

Bailey Bostelman

Chapters@FightingBlindness.org

Our local chapter has become a second family for me. We have fun together, support one other, and work jointly to educate, advocate for, and bring resources to the fight to end blindness. Together, we have picked blackberries, heard from scientists, thrown axes, met with low vision experts, and shared home-made cookies. Our annual Durham Bulls baseball game outing is a highlight of my summer. Our chapter has become an important part of my life.

Tim O’Brien - Chapter President

The Chapter Network has Three Areas of Focus

  • EDUCATION. Learn the latest in blinding retinal disease research.

  • RESOURCES. Get connected to local community resources and specialists.

  • REVENUE. Raise funds through VisionWalks, dinners, DIY fundraisers, and more.

Triad - Triangle Chapter Leadership

Name Role
Tim O’Brien Chapter President
Martin Mulholland Vice President
Melanie Bowman Accessibility, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity Chair
Bob Warren Chapter Resource Chair
Ritvik Korrapati Chapter Education Chair

Looking for a chance to make a real difference? The Triad-Triangle Chapter is searching for passionate individuals who want to drive research for treatments and cures for blinding diseases. If you're enthusiastic about our mission and eager to be a champion in the community, we'd love to have you on our Chapter Leadership Team! Please contact Bailey Bostelmanto learn more.

Chapter Events

Past Webinars and Speaker Events

  • April 27, 2022 Triangle Speaker Series

    This presentation features Bob Warren who discusses accessible online voting for the visually impaired community.

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  • April 7, 2022 Triad Speaker Series

    The Triad Chapter invites you to join Bailey Bostelman and Dr. Allesandro Iannaccone for this informative discussion on updates about macular dystrophies, followed by a Q&A session.

    Watch Video

Additional Resources

  • Find a doctor who sees patients with inherited retinal diseases
  • Learn more about our Vision Warrior program and do-it-yourself events