We’re the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and we’re here for everyone affected by sight loss. Whether you’re losing your sight or you’re blind or partially sighted, our practical and emotional support can help you face the future with confidence.

Together we make daily life better for people affected by sight loss, by being there when you need us.

We raise awareness of sight problems, and how to prevent sight loss, and we campaign for better services and a more inclusive society.

What our work covers

We listen and work energetically with others to achieve our aims.

Our work includes:

• campaigning on a range of issues from preventing sight loss through to better transport services for blind and partially sighted people
• supporting others through a range of products and services
• offering training, education and learning
• employment and education services
• promoting accessible services

This website offers you a wealth of information on how, where and when we are here for you. And you’ll find lots of advice that will help you live independently – plus products in our online shop.

Emotional and practical support

We offer emotional and practical support through our Helpline and Sight Loss Counselling team. We also offer advice about money, eye health and how to access local services. We provide education and employment services and advice that enables people with sight loss to retain and gain jobs.

Campaigning for you

We campaign to ensure proven treatments for sight-threatening conditions are available on the NHS. We also campaign to raise awareness of sight issues including how to prevent sight problems.