The Reality of an Invisible Disability: A Storytelling Series
Welcome to "The Reality of an Invisible Disability," a new storytelling content series dedicated to amplifying the voices of individuals experiencing vision loss, at any spectrum. This series aims to shed light on the invisible experience that unifies all disabilities, providing a platform for sharing personal and raw experiences, and fostering a community of understanding and advocacy.
We are launching this series to validate and support the lived experiences of those with blindness or low vision, and to engage new advocates to keep the conversation going. Each quarter, we invite our community to submit their stories and lived experiences on various topics related to their unique journeys.
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Are You Blind?
Invisible DisabilityI find it difficult to explain my eyesight to people. I have retinitis pigmentosa (RP), which is a condition that progressively causes vision loss. I am legally blind, my peripheral vision is very limited, and most of what I see is blurry.
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To Cane, or Not To Cane?
Invisible DisabilityWhen I walk around the neighborhood with my white cane, I still worry about stigma and how people perceive me. I’ve had to remind myself that the cane is a tool to keep me safe.
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They Don't Always Buy It
Invisible DisabilityYou cannot tell by looking at me that I am visually impaired. The #1 reaction to my lack of sight confession, though, hands down, is a nervous laugh followed by the person not believing me.
Join the Foundation in this journey of sharing, learning, and advocating for a more inclusive world!
Submit your story today. Topics could include:
- Parenting
- Travel
- Societal Assumptions
- Avoidance
- School Accommodations (or lack thereof)
- Workforce Accommodations (or lack thereof)
- Role Models (or lack thereof)
- White Canes
- Guide Dogs
- And More…
