Advocacy
Many of the major social changes in Canada have come about through voluntary sector lobbying and advocacy - from protection of individual rights, for example, to stricter laws against impaired driving and smoking.
Advocacy activities help an organization to put a human face on the issues involved and to showcase the benefits of its activities and programs to the local, national and/or international community.
What We're Doing?
CNIB believes that all Canadians should have full and equal access to the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, regardless of vision loss. We are working to eliminate discrimination on many fronts by:
ensuring library services in Canada are accessible to people with print disabilities;
working toward the establishment of a nationwide consumer products and assistive technology subsidy program;
lobbying for workplace accommodations for people with vision loss; and
working to build government partnerships to support investment in vision rehabilitation services and vision loss prevention programs.
Without these measures, people with vision loss face significant barriers to achieving their educational and career potential.
Actions You Can Take
Join Our E-Advocacy Network: Take action and help decision makers know that vision health is everyone’s concern. When you join, you will receive periodic emails with opportunities to get involved in a CNIB email campaign (approximately 2-3 emails per year). Sign up now!
Learn more about the E-Mail Advocacy Network.
Contact Us: Contact CNIB in your community to ask about joining an advocacy committee.
Contact your MP: We're making progress, but we've still got a long way to go. Get involved in CNIB's efforts in the policy arena. Share your concerns with your federal Member of Parliament on issues related to living independently with vision loss.
Find Your MP:
Not sure who your federal member of parliament (MP) is? Find your Member of Parliament using your postal code. When you enter your postal code, your MP's name and contact information will come up.
Learn more about vision health issues: Visit our Fast Facts page for more information about vision loss in Canada, common eye diseases, the cost and personal and social impact of vision loss and more.