After watching the London Marathon over several years, either on TV or travelling up in person, there simply is nothing like it. The atmosphere is unbelievable, and I always knew that I would he capable of taking part myself one day. Having gone to watch it in 2023, I decided there and then that I [...]
How was training as part of #TEAMVICTA? This was my fourth marathon and I can honestly say every training block has looked so different. Training for the London Marathon was tough due to professional and personal obligations (and a stubborn hip for a few weeks), but I found myself looking forward to my long runs [...]
Two years ago, I made a positive change in my health and fitness for personal growth. Taking control of my body and a new mindset I took up running. Having done no previous form of exercise ever, being very unfit and overweight, I knew it would be a long journey. I pushed myself to run [...]
To celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2024 we chatted to some of our incredible volunteers about why they love volunteering for VICTA and supporting children young adults who are blind or partially sighted. Find out what they had to say and join us in sending a big ‘thank you’ to all of our dedicated volunteer team. [...]
Congratulations to all of our entrants into the Braille Art competition 2024! You can enjoy all of the impressive art created by young people with a vision impairment below and find out who our talent winners are! With thanks to our judge, The Blind Braille Artist and VICTA Patron, Clarke [...]
Our 'Get Workplace Ready' employability course launched in November 2023, with a week of in-person sessions. Available to adults age 18 to 29 who have a vision impairment, its ambition is to bridge the gap that sees worrying statistics of young people with sight loss who have a wealth to offer within the [...]
Entering a shorter distance race is a great way to propel your fundraising to the next level, and running with your children can give them insight into your marathon journey. Here’s how one of our VICTA families and Kate one of our 2024 London Marathon team members, found the Lock Lomond 5k! [...]
We chatted to VICTA marathon runner Ed about how he organised his Rock and Roll Dance fundraiser! Get some tips on how to set up a swinging fundraising event. What were the steps you had to take to organise this event? Step 1: The first step was for me decide [...]
National Playday is the perfect time to explore new play ideas with your VI child. VICTA's 'World of Play' is full of sensory activities to get you started! This year’s Playday theme is 'Playing on a shoestring - making every day an adventure'. It's a theme close to our hearts on the [...]
VICTA is delighted to announce the appointment of two new Patrons, Clarke Reynolds and Abbie Robinson. Exceptionally talented in their respective fields, and with lived experiences of sight loss, they bring with them a passion to inspire the young people and families we support. Abbie Robinson Abbie is a competitive climber from the [...]
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