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Introduction to Vics

Welcome to the website of the Visually Impaired Computer Society of Ireland
Picture of a magnifier taken during one of the Vics Information and Technology days.

The Visually Impaired Computer Society of Ireland (VICS) is a voluntary organisation operating in the technology sector, offering a range of informational, training and support services to individuals who are blind or vision impaired.

We offer an extensive online catalogue of traning material, and produce an audio-based magazine available to all our members.

We regularly organise events and activities, which act as networking opportunaties and allow members to share opinions and experiences of the latest products and services.

The VICS community is made up of individuals from all walks of life, with varying skill levels - from the absolute beginner to the experienced expert. Areas of expertees include computers, mobile devices, portable media players, navigational aids, and everything inbetween.

So, if you're interested in technology, or if you want to find out how VICS could help you, we invite you to have a look around the site. If you don't find what you're looking for, please feel free to get in touch with us. Our details can be found on the contact page.

Benefits of being a VICS member.

  • Members have the Chance to take action on issues affecting visually-impaired computer users in Ireland and abroad.
  • The opportunity to deepen your own knowledge of computers and assistive technology.
  • Dedicated training, delivered by visually-impaired trainers who understand the issues you face.
  • Information and Technology Days, where you can sample the latest assistive-technology products.
  • A friendly community of users who help each other with technical questions and problems.
  • Access to membership section on our website, where you can avail of training resources.

For more information on becoming a member of VICS, visit the membership page.

VICS Heads West to Galway for Information and Technology Day 2009/10

Vics open day report - Published by PC Live.

The latest technologies for visually impaired people were showcased at an Information and Technology Day run by the Visually Impaired Computer Society (VICS) on Saturday, November 24th at UCC. The products are designed to promote access to mainstream technologies and services.

Welcome to the New Vics Ireland Website.

The New and improved Vics website has been designed with our members in mind. Accessibility, functionality and visual attractiveness have been the key motivators in this new design.

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