Identity area
Type of entity
Authorized form of name
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- MySight York; 1979-present
Other form(s) of name
- York Blind and Partially Sighted Society
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History
York Blind and Partially Sighted Society was originally formed in 1979 as an organisation to provide services and facilities to those who are blind or partially sighted. The aim of the organisation is for its users to achieve independence in all aspects of life and sectors of society. The organisation is based in York city centre, and by 2020 had over 1,100 members. In 2019, to coincide with their 40th anniversary, the organisation changed its name to MySight York.
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Registered with the Charity Commission as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (1159188).
Functions, occupations and activities
A dynamic, responsive local charity that develops innovative services that demonstrate commitment to its mission:
To advocate, develop and provide services and facilities that enable people who are blind or partially sighted, achieve independence with dignity, in all aspects of life and sectors of society.
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General context
York Blind and Partially Sighted Society was originally formed in 1979 as an organisation to provide services and facilities to those who are blind or partially sighted. The aim of the organisation is for its users to achieve independence in all aspects of life and sectors of society. The organisation is based in York city centre, and by 2020 had over 1,100 members. In 2019, to coincide with their 40th anniversary, the organisation changed its name to MySight York.
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International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) - Ottawa
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Sources
https://www.mysightyork.org/; accessed 24 September 2020