Appreciation
Appreciation May 15, 2024 Blog There are many service organisations, private establishments and individuals who have helped our Federation through the years. We take this opportunity to sincerely thank all those who have generously assisted us in various ways; whether big or small they all gave their mite to make up a significant contribution. Without […]
Accessibility Tips
Accessibility Tips May 15, 2024 Blog This page provides hints and tips on maximising accessibility on your web browser. The following two items link to the categories of accessibility information on this page. AAA explained. SLFVH and AAA. AAA explained What is AAA? AAA refers to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines developed by W3C (World Wide […]
Related Links
Related Links May 15, 2024 Blog This section contains useful links to websites which may be of interest to people who are vision impaired or blind. The RNIB has compiled a huge list of agencies serving the blind in scores of countries around the world. Australia: Blind Citizens Australia. Australia: North Rocks School for Blind Children (New South Wales). […]
Braille Equipment and Teaching
Braille Equipment and Teaching May 15, 2024 Blog The Federation conducts Braille Teaching Programmes. We stock a supply of Braille Slates and Arithmetic Boards to be purchased by institutions and individuals requiring same. Private Sector donors and individuals have shown interest in this programme and have been providing considerable support. Ms. S. Amarasinghe has provided […]
White Cane Day
White Cane Day May 15, 2024 Blog The White Cane Day or the International Day for the Blind provides a platform to highlight issues concerning the visually handicapped, mobilise programmes and obtains support for implementation. The Federation together with its national and international affiliates annually organise a series of activities to mark this day. The […]
Sports and Games
Sports and Games May 15, 2024 Blog Sports and Games SLFVH has been promoting sports and recreation for the visually handicapped. Cricket, track and field events and indoor games are the main sports which have generated much enthusiasm and response from our members. Cricket “Cricket Luverly cricket” is the most popular game amongst the visually […]
SLFVH Choir and Musicians
SLFVH Choir and Musicians May 15, 2024 Blog SLFVH Choir and Musicians A favourite recreation of the visually handicapped has often been music and song. The SLFVH takes special care and attention to build up groups of blind musicians and establish a Federation Choir. Since 1989 our musical group has been actively performing at public […]
The Federation Projects
The Federation Projects May 15, 2024 Blog Handloom Textile Weaving Centre The Federation runs a handloom textile weaving centre in Demmanhandiya, for providing sources of income for some of the visually handicapped persons and their families residing at Nayanalokagama, close to Negombo. About 20 blind persons are engaged in weaving of handloom items. The products […]
Vocational Training and Placement
Vocational Training and Placement May 14, 2024 Blog Training of Telephone Operators In 1997 the SLFVH began providing training in telephone operating to interested members. For this purpose we installed a SIEMENS Console/switchboard. The monthly training allowance is provided by the Department of Social Services. Employment has been provided for telephone operators for the five […]
How you can help us
How you can help us May 14, 2024 Blog Contribute in various ways – through funds, in kind or your services (voluntary), to the various projects of SLFVH Assist in fund raising and networking with local and international donors Volunteer opportunities in the various aspects. If interested please register here. We need – Readers for the […]