We join our sister charity, Albinism Fellowship UK, today in celebrating Albinism Awareness Day, with a special guest blog post from AFUK Chair, Roselle Potts. Help us to raise positive … Continue reading Albinism Awareness Day
Author: Sue Ricketts
How amazing is Rosine?
Hi there. I just wanted to share with you the amazing journey I’ve embarked on in Blind Tennis, a sport that has given me my freedom, my independence and my … Continue reading How amazing is Rosine?
How amazing is Charlie?
I’m Charlie, I’m 14 years old and live in Lincoln. I live with my parents, my brother and sister. I’m currently studying for my GCSEs. I would love to do Maths, Psychology … Continue reading How amazing is Charlie?
How amazing is Matt?
Matt has nystagmus, but, as his Mum tells us, he is on the road to a stellar career. Matt is currently the director / choreographer for a production of Joseph … Continue reading How amazing is Matt?
Open Day tickets for members – available soon
Tickets to the biggest UK nystagmus event of the year will soon be available to book. Subscribed members of the charity will be able to book their priority free tickets … Continue reading Open Day tickets for members – available soon
How amazing is Katrina?
Katrina thinks she’s just a regular student who happens to have nystagmus – we think she’s an amazing nystagmus ambassador! Here’s Katrina’s nystagmus story … I am 19 years old. … Continue reading How amazing is Katrina?
The anatomy of the eye
Need a handy guide to how the eye works and what all the parts are called? This great guide from our friends at Fight for Sight will help you understand … Continue reading The anatomy of the eye
How amazing is Rocco?
Rocco is 6 years old. He has Ocular Albinism and nystagmus, he also has other disabilities, but, for the first time in his life, his parents have got a report … Continue reading How amazing is Rocco?
A unique way to raise awareness
Vicky is a nystagmus Mum who came up with a really different way to raise awareness of nystagmus in the run up to Nystagmus Awareness Day on 20 June. She … Continue reading A unique way to raise awareness
How amazing is Mehak?
Growing up with nystagmus and albinism, I hated school and social interaction. I was always self-conscious and easily embarrassed that my weak eyesight, poor balance and hypersensitivity to sunlight made … Continue reading How amazing is Mehak?