Technology Association of Visually Impaired People
A TAVIP member trying out smart glasses at our TechABreak Technology Conference.
The Technology Association of Visually Impaired people (TAVIP) is a membership organisation which supports blind and partially sighted people to use technology at home, at work and in education.
Founded in 1969 as the British Computer Association of the Blind (BCAB), today the organisation has over 670 members from across the UK and internationally including people who are just starting out with technology through to people who are leading experts in the use of assistive and accessible technology.
TAVIP secures grant to develop Digital Skills for the Workplace
TAVIP has secured a grant from Fight for Sight to work with sector partners to develop a Digital Skills Framework and national case for support to help people develop the digital skills they need for today’s workplace.
TAVIP 2026 Technology Survey
We asked TAVIP members and the wider community a simple question: “What is your go-to tech for 2026; specialist or mainstream, hardware or software, apps or desktop tools, whatever makes life easier at work, in education, and for daily life.” Find out what they said!
Masterclass on Braille and iPhones
Listen back to our recent Masterclass on using braille input devices and displays with your iPhone.
Advice and support
TAVIP provides a wide range of advice, support and training for our members, for other blind and partially sighted people wanting to learn how to use tech, as well as information for professionals and family members.
Free Membership
It is free to become a Full or Associate Member of TAVIP, so there has never been a better time to get involved, learn more about technology and have a say in the future of the organisation.
Directory of Services
Check out our Directory of organisations and resources supporting visually impaired people to get the most out of technology.