RNIB
@rnib.bsky.social
We’re the Royal National Institute of Blind People.
Profile pic: Our logo, bold black capital letters spelling RNIB, with a bold pink underline.
Profile pic: Our logo, bold black capital letters spelling RNIB, with a bold pink underline.
We really want to reduce waiting times and press play on life.
So, before you scroll past, take just two mins to sign our petition to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, so blind and partially sighted people get the right support, when they most need it.
So, before you scroll past, take just two mins to sign our petition to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, so blind and partially sighted people get the right support, when they most need it.
February 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM
We really want to reduce waiting times and press play on life.
So, before you scroll past, take just two mins to sign our petition to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, so blind and partially sighted people get the right support, when they most need it.
So, before you scroll past, take just two mins to sign our petition to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, so blind and partially sighted people get the right support, when they most need it.
Imagine waiting in a queue for over a year?
That’s the reality for so many blind and partially sighted people in England needing support from vision rehabilitation.
This support gives people the tools they need to stay in work, complete daily tasks, and maintain their independence.
That’s the reality for so many blind and partially sighted people in England needing support from vision rehabilitation.
This support gives people the tools they need to stay in work, complete daily tasks, and maintain their independence.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Imagine waiting in a queue for over a year?
That’s the reality for so many blind and partially sighted people in England needing support from vision rehabilitation.
This support gives people the tools they need to stay in work, complete daily tasks, and maintain their independence.
That’s the reality for so many blind and partially sighted people in England needing support from vision rehabilitation.
This support gives people the tools they need to stay in work, complete daily tasks, and maintain their independence.
Six Nations is kicking off, and ITV will be broadcasting the home games with live audio description (AD) 🥳
The first game of the year, England vs Wales, will feature live AD. You can watch the games as usual on ITV1 and access audio description by turning it on on your TV. Will you be watching?
The first game of the year, England vs Wales, will feature live AD. You can watch the games as usual on ITV1 and access audio description by turning it on on your TV. Will you be watching?
February 7, 2026 at 8:38 AM
Six Nations is kicking off, and ITV will be broadcasting the home games with live audio description (AD) 🥳
The first game of the year, England vs Wales, will feature live AD. You can watch the games as usual on ITV1 and access audio description by turning it on on your TV. Will you be watching?
The first game of the year, England vs Wales, will feature live AD. You can watch the games as usual on ITV1 and access audio description by turning it on on your TV. Will you be watching?
Steve is one of thousands of blind and partially sighted people having their lives put on pause due to long waiting lists for assessments and subsequent support.
Have you had a long wait for a vision rehabilitation assessment or support, or are you still waiting? Let us know in the comments. 2/2
Have you had a long wait for a vision rehabilitation assessment or support, or are you still waiting? Let us know in the comments. 2/2
February 5, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Steve is one of thousands of blind and partially sighted people having their lives put on pause due to long waiting lists for assessments and subsequent support.
Have you had a long wait for a vision rehabilitation assessment or support, or are you still waiting? Let us know in the comments. 2/2
Have you had a long wait for a vision rehabilitation assessment or support, or are you still waiting? Let us know in the comments. 2/2
Steve Smith, who has retinitis pigmentosa, was told it could take up to a year to receive cane training after being assessed by his local authority for vision rehabilitation support. 1/3
February 5, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Steve Smith, who has retinitis pigmentosa, was told it could take up to a year to receive cane training after being assessed by his local authority for vision rehabilitation support. 1/3
And when it's accompanied with gorgeous alt text - we're not complaining. 🥰
February 5, 2026 at 2:33 PM
And when it's accompanied with gorgeous alt text - we're not complaining. 🥰
The urge to pet a working guide dog is powerful. But so are your self control skills. And if they’re wearing a harness that’s your sign they’re busy. So hands off!
February 5, 2026 at 9:44 AM
The urge to pet a working guide dog is powerful. But so are your self control skills. And if they’re wearing a harness that’s your sign they’re busy. So hands off!
When we say alt text, what do you think we’re talking about? 🤔
February 4, 2026 at 4:38 PM
When we say alt text, what do you think we’re talking about? 🤔
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What's your biggest ick?
February 4, 2026 at 12:42 PM
What's your biggest ick?
Pop quiz: When we say alt text, what do you think we’re talking about?
February 3, 2026 at 11:14 AM
Pop quiz: When we say alt text, what do you think we’re talking about?
We're loving the alt text on this post! 😍
February 3, 2026 at 10:49 AM
We're loving the alt text on this post! 😍
What does the fox image say? As screen reader users, we don’t know because alt text hasn’t been added to this image. If you’re sharing pictures like this, you should describe the image like we’ve done here. 👇
February 3, 2026 at 10:47 AM
What does the fox image say? As screen reader users, we don’t know because alt text hasn’t been added to this image. If you’re sharing pictures like this, you should describe the image like we’ve done here. 👇
This alt text gets our seal of approval! Thanks for describing the image - it really does help blind and partially sighted people enjoy the moment too.😍
February 3, 2026 at 10:39 AM
This alt text gets our seal of approval! Thanks for describing the image - it really does help blind and partially sighted people enjoy the moment too.😍
If anyone wants to check with us if their alt text describes their cat pictures well, we're all in. 😻
February 3, 2026 at 8:39 AM
If anyone wants to check with us if their alt text describes their cat pictures well, we're all in. 😻
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First and foremost, alt text must always be informative and descriptive of the content in the image. It can have character and humor, but it still needs to be informative and descriptive. Alt text is not a place to add easter eggs or jokes for sighted users.
February 2, 2026 at 7:27 PM
First and foremost, alt text must always be informative and descriptive of the content in the image. It can have character and humor, but it still needs to be informative and descriptive. Alt text is not a place to add easter eggs or jokes for sighted users.
You’ve got us gripped with this alt text, @rspb.bsky.social 🌕
Tonight, the Snow Moon rises.🌕
Named for February’s deep snows, this full moon was also called the Storm Moon or Ice Moon in Old English, reflecting winter’s grip.
Moonrise: 16:13*
Named for February’s deep snows, this full moon was also called the Storm Moon or Ice Moon in Old English, reflecting winter’s grip.
Moonrise: 16:13*
February 1, 2026 at 3:36 PM
You’ve got us gripped with this alt text, @rspb.bsky.social 🌕
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RNIB Bookshare is a phenomenal resource for students at any level of study, including in #UKHE
We’re bragging about RNIB Bookshare.
Because it’s brilliant and hardly anyone knows about it. Which we want to change rnib.in/RNIBBookshareFB
Because it’s brilliant and hardly anyone knows about it. Which we want to change rnib.in/RNIBBookshareFB
January 30, 2026 at 11:44 AM
RNIB Bookshare is a phenomenal resource for students at any level of study, including in #UKHE
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RNIB Bookshare is an amazing resource and a national treasure - it’s the backbone of accessible text provision in education.
We’re bragging about RNIB Bookshare.
Because it’s brilliant and hardly anyone knows about it. Which we want to change rnib.in/RNIBBookshareFB
Because it’s brilliant and hardly anyone knows about it. Which we want to change rnib.in/RNIBBookshareFB
January 30, 2026 at 11:46 AM
RNIB Bookshare is an amazing resource and a national treasure - it’s the backbone of accessible text provision in education.
We’re bragging about RNIB Bookshare.
Because it’s brilliant and hardly anyone knows about it. Which we want to change rnib.in/RNIBBookshareFB
Because it’s brilliant and hardly anyone knows about it. Which we want to change rnib.in/RNIBBookshareFB
January 30, 2026 at 11:35 AM
We’re bragging about RNIB Bookshare.
Because it’s brilliant and hardly anyone knows about it. Which we want to change rnib.in/RNIBBookshareFB
Because it’s brilliant and hardly anyone knows about it. Which we want to change rnib.in/RNIBBookshareFB
*bows down* You forgot to add alt text to your gif though! It's easy to do: upload your photo> add your description, including any text on the gif or image> click done!
January 29, 2026 at 8:22 AM
*bows down* You forgot to add alt text to your gif though! It's easy to do: upload your photo> add your description, including any text on the gif or image> click done!
Learn how make your social media posts accessible all the time, from things like how to add and write alt text, to captioning your videos www.rnib.org.uk/living-with-...
How to make your social media accessible
If you're affected by sight loss, we're here for you
www.rnib.org.uk
January 28, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Learn how make your social media posts accessible all the time, from things like how to add and write alt text, to captioning your videos www.rnib.org.uk/living-with-...
Hint: Harry Styles.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Hint: Harry Styles.
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