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Vision impairment

Alternative labels
People with a vision impairment
Vision disorder
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Broader terms
Sensory disability
Current term
Vision impairment
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Lunch & learn: blindness and vision impairment in the workplace


This recorded webinar by Ben Moxey, Emerging Technology and Accessibility Manager at Guide Dogs NSW/ACT, presents practical ways to design accessible workplaces where people with blindness or vision impairment can thrive. It highlights key accessibility considerations and technologies that remove common barriers and support full participation for employees in diverse professional settings
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Eye health measures for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people 2025


Eye diseases and vision problems are the most common long-term health conditions reported by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This report updates eye health measures for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The measures cover the prevalence of eye health conditions, diagnosis and treatment services, the eye health workforce and outreach services.
Survey Report

The Australian eye & ear health survey

George Burlutsky, Yasemin Kapucu, Colina Waddell, Alemka Davis, Tim Fricke, Oonagh Macken, Eleanor Yang, Andrew White, Bamini Gopinath, Lisa Keay, Paul Mitchell

A nationwide survey of sensory impairment, eye, ear, and general medical health of Australians sampled from 30 selected sites from all six Australian states and two territories. The survey provides Australia’s most comprehensive, contemporary snapshot of eye and ear health which can be used to sharpen prevention, screening and treatment, and to strengthen policy and...
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Making changes for physical and sensory conditions


This guide supports employers in building accessible, inclusive workplaces through tailored adjustments for a wide range of disabilities including physical and sensory conditions. Discover practical ways to help employees with vision, hearing and mobility-related disabilities thrive with the right support.
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Blind and low vision support at work


Employees who are blind or have vision impairment may complete some tasks differently from sighted colleagues, but this does not limit their ability to do the job. This website outlines practical ways to support these employees, including information on workplace adjustments, understanding vision loss, and accessing financial assistance for workplace changes.