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- 194 Umbilo Road, Umbilo
Together building Hope and Excellence
The Kwazulu-Natal Society for the Blind (KZNSB), which was established in 1919, has, over the years, evolved into a dynamic organization that offers a multi-disciplinary approach to human rights related services for blind and partially-sighted persons in KwaZulu-Natal
Our Vision
The vision of the KZNSB is “An inclusive society where blind and partially sighted people are treated with dignity and respect.”
Our Mission
The KZNSB strives to be a proactive, vibrant, strategically focused organisation in terms of operations and sustainability, bringing together key decision-makers from government, civil society and the private sector to improve the quality of life of the blind and partially-sighted community.
Our Values
In pursuit of its Vision and Mission, the KZNSB will be guided by the following fundamental values, which also define the culture of the organisation:
a) Human rights;
b) Ethical and collective responsibility;
c) Integrity and accountability;
d) Respect and dignity;
e) Empowerment.
Together, we can break barriers, challenge perceptions, and build a more inclusive society. Explore our website to learn more about our programs, success stories, and ways you can get involved. Let's work hand in hand to empower vision and transform lives.
KINDNESS TOWARDS HUMANITY
WHO WE ARE
The Kwazulu-Natal Society for the Blind (KZNSB), which was established in 1919, has, over the years, evolved into a dynamic organization that offers a multi-disciplinary approach to human rights related services for blind and partially-sighted persons in KwaZulu-Natal. The Organisation, which is situated near the city centre of Durban, prides itself on successful service delivery, focusing on the following:
- Early Childhood Development;
- Skills development – computer training, Braille training and cane weaving training;
- Orientation and mobility (navigation skills using a white cane);
- An Optometric Clinic in partnership with Brian Holden;
- Residential facilities for blind and partially-sighted persons;
- Access to quality rehabilitation services for blind and partially-sighted persons; and
- Economic Empowerment and business development skills.
OUR SERVICES
KZNSB
OUR PROGRAMMES
Ethical leadership, organisational capacity development and economic sustainability
Objectives
- Implement sound ethical gorvence and leadership to promote capacity development and economic sustainability of the KZNSB.
- Plan and implement staff development programmes as part of organisational capacity development.
Provision of Quality Education
Objectives
- Provide equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for blind and partially sighted persons.
- Provide greater access to early childhood development (ECD) programmes for blind and partially-sighted children.
Gender Equality
Objectives
- Advocate for the realisation of gender equality and empowerment of blind and partially sighted persons as contained in various international and national gender-based human rights instruments.
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Health and HIV/AIDS
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- Promote access to prevention and treatment services for blind and partially-sighted persons.
- Plan and implement staff development programmes as part of organisational capacity development.
Training and Skills Development
Objectives
- Promote daily living and skills development programmes that contribute to the personal and economic independence of blind and partially sighted persons.
- Facilitate the provision of and training in the use of assistive devices and access technology.
Economic empowerment
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- Promote employment opportunities for blind and partially-sighted persons
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Disability Awareness, advocacy and Transformation
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- Promote greater awareness on the rights of blind and partially sighted persons.
Youth empowerment
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- Promote the empowerment of blind and partially-sighted youth through offering personal mastering and skills development
Community-based consultation, participation and support
Objectives
- Establish strong links with THE local community in order to support the work of the KZNSB.
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Sports, Recreation, Arts and Culture and social development
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- Promote sports, recreation, arts and culture and social development programmes for blind and partially-sighted persons.
Organizational Research
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- Conduct surveys or research to assess the impact of services provided to blind and partially-sighted persons.
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