About the Australian Blindness Forum

Our Background

The Australian Blindness Forum (ABF) is a not-for-profit organisation that has existed since 1992. In April 2007, it was registered as an Australian public company limited by guarantee. It is funded by the contributions of its members which include major blindness agencies in the States and Territories and the consumer group Blind Citizens Australia.

Our Purpose

To operate as the peak body representing the blindness sector for the benefit of people who are blind or vision impaired

Our Mission

To promote the effective functioning of blindness agencies by exchanging ideas and information and by influencing the policy agenda of governments

Our Values

People who are blind or vision impaired are respected as individuals and are entitled to access the same rights as all Australians.

Blindness agencies aim to provide quality supports to people who are blind or vision impaired along a continuum of care in ways that are efficient and effective.

Blindness agencies involve people who are blind or vision impaired in the decisions and choices that affect them