Wales Council of the Blind

VICTA (Visually Impaired Children Taking Action)

Description: VICTA provides support to blind and partially sighted children, young people and their families. This includes organising activities and events for children, and giving advice to parents, for example on education.

Weblink: http://www.victa.org.uk/

Tel: 01908 240831

Email: admin@victa.org.uk

Category: Third/voluntary Sector


Services Provided

Grants from VICTA

VICTA provide grants for children and young people for visual aid equipment and for vacation schemes.

VICTA events and activities

VICTA organise a wide range of activities and week-ends for vi children and their families. Although most activities are in England so likely to be impractical for people from Wales, the longer breaks are worth considering.

Parent Portal

Support hub for parents of children with sight loss.

Events associated with this provider:

18th of November 2025

VICTA Parent Workshop: 'Early Intervention Sleep Support-Building Strong Foundations' (online)

For parents of a vision impaired child aged 0-4 who are interested in finding out more about the importance of helping their children to develop healthy sleep habits. It will cover strategies that are particularly helpful for young people with sight loss. You can find out more and book a place via the link provided. There is a charge of £5 for attending.

Hosted by - VICTA (Visually Impaired Children Taking Action)