ADVICE

ADVICE (Assistive Devices for the Visuall Impaired Centre) is a newly set up NGO which has created a centre containing ICT equipment suitable for the visually impaired. This is being done in conjunction with the Foundation for Information Technology Accessibility - which is an NGO founded by Government entities to support the IT accessibility for all disabled persons in Malta. FITA provides physical space for the equipment which ADVICE has purchased as well as hands-on training on how such equipment is used. We demonstrate equipment ranging from independent living devices to sophisticated ICT equipment. ADVICE aims not only to create awareness but actual support for visually impaired persons in Malta in terms of education, independent living and advocacy. We are actively involved in the setting up of a national platform for NGOs concerned with the visually impaired and the blind, as well as cooperating with State education provision. ADVICE also looks to cooperate with other stakeholders in this field, including those not based in Malta.