Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI)

11/07/2025

💫🎼 Get ready to Walk N Roll! Join DBVI and other awesome community vendors for a free, inclusive event full of fun, friendship, and connection. Come out this weekend and celebrate all abilities with the Friendship Circle of Virginia. We can't wait to see you there!

Our 5th Annual Walk N Roll is Only 1 week away! - https://mailchi.mp/friendshipcircleva/wnr2025_4days
Sign up today at FCVAWalkNRoll.com

Music, carnival games, pony rides, petting zoo, inflatbles, face painting, henna, ballon twisting, giant bubbles, Jonathan Austin, Food trucks, and more!

11/03/2025

Vinton's community organizations are teaming up to raise awareness for disability inclusion and White Cane Safety Day. See how DBVI, The Loin's Club, and Vinton Police are making a difference.

The Vinton Police Department partnered with the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI) and the Vinton Breakfast Lions Club to celebrate National Disability Employee Awareness Month and White Cane Day on Oct. 15 at the Community Center in the Vinton War Memorial parking lot. Oct...

10/29/2025

The Office of Disability Employment Policy is the only non-regulatory federal agency that promotes policies and coordinates with employers and all levels of government to increase workplace success for people with disabilities. RAISE Center

The .gov means it’s official. Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site.

10/29/2025

Join DBVI at the Science Museum of Virginia for Minds of All Kinds,
Explore, learn, and have fun in a free, sensory-supportive environment designed for all guests of all abilities!

Friday, November 21
4-8 p.m.
Science Museum of Virginia

Experience the flora, fauna, and fall fun with hands-on activities, and explore the new The Power of Poison exhibition filled with wonder and discovery.

Don't miss the Drone Discovery shows:
Animal Kingdom at 5:30 p.m.
Encounters in the Milky Way at 6:30 p.m.

Admission is free, but registration is required. Visit smv.org to sign up and learn more!

Let's celebrate accessibility, learning, and community together!

10/29/2025

Earlier this month, DBVI proudly recognized the Salem Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office as our Partner of the Year!

Their team has consistently gone above and beyond—not only serving their community with excellence, but also opening their doors to individuals who are blind or vision impaired. Through internships and hands-on learning, they’ve helped students explore the legal field and better understand the justice system.

Their commitment to inclusion and education is making a real difference.

Thank you to the entire office for being a shining example of what partnership and opportunity look like!

10/28/2025

Under the Help America Vote Act, states ensure voter protections for people with disabilities, under the use of federal grants. Under the ADA, state/local governments are required to make programs accessible to persons with disabilities, as must public entities receiving federal financial assistance per the Rehabilitation Act.

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Voting Accessibility for People with Disabilities Fact Sheet While election administration is governed by individual state law, there are certain fundamental principles of federal civil rights law, and requirements of accepting federal funds, that require accessibility for people with disabilities.....

10/23/2025

Partnerships like this is what helps people succeed. Congrats, SOAR365!

10/22/2025

Need data? Easily create and save maps, charts, and tables of national, state, and local disability statistics.
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Download national and state-level reports presenting prevalence and relative economic status of people with disabilities.

10/21/2025

When you think of those who are living with accessibility and dexterity challenges, smart technology can be a big game-changer in making them feel more independent and empowered in their homes.
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Living in a “smart home” can provide a convenient and high-end experience. When you think of those who are living with accessibility challenges, smart technology can be a game-changer in making them feel more independent and empowered in their homes.

10/15/2025

Check out this webcast that took place on October 9th. This recording offers practical strategies for selecting the right Assistive Technology solutions to support employees with vision and hearing needs.
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10/15/2025

Did you catch DBVI on Virginia This Morning on CBS 6? Learn more about accessibility and National White Cane Day!

Watch Virginia This Morning each weekday from 9 to 10 a.m. Find the show on Facebook and Instagram at .

10/14/2025

Here is the first in a series of articles on assistive technology and useful apps that will help you stay organized and job-ready.
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Cues that are normally being provided by family members, co-workers, or a job coach can often be programmed on the device – tasks such as getting ready for work, taking medication, clocking in or out and returning from breaks can be set up as reminders on a smartphone.  At work, learning new proc...