Losing sight is not just a physical change—it’s an emotional journey.

Meet Pratishtha, Assistant Manager at SBI, who lost her vision completely at 26. From navigating the trauma of vision loss to challenging perceptions at her workplace, her story is one of resilience, acceptance, and strength.

Tune in to hear how she rebuilt her life while dealing with emotional barriers, societal attitudes, and the everyday challenges of blindness.

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In this episode of Eyeway Conversations, George Abraham is joined by Matthew Horspool, a blind professional from Coventry, United Kingdom. Blind since birth, Matthew opens up about his childhood, his education in special schools, and the challenges of stepping into mainstream spaces.

Today, he works across the UK supporting blind people in their workplaces, but that’s only part of his story. From navigating accessibility in banking and technology to pursuing his lifelong passion for music, Matthew’s journey is layered and full of surprising turns.

Tune in to discover how he built his path.

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In this episode of Eyeway Conversations, George Abraham speaks with Nidheesh Philip, co-founder of Equibeing Foundation. Based in Bangalore, the non-profit works on five key pillars: sports, education, social perception change, livelihood, and research—focusing on persons with disabilities.

Nidheesh shares how Equibeing trains blind children in swimming for safety and endurance, builds digital literacy and communication skills across schools in Karnataka and Kerala, and explores livelihood training for young people with visual impairment. He also talks about their advocacy work, including a recent study on accessibility of banking services in Bangalore.

Beyond his professional role, Nidheesh opens up about growing up blind in Kerala, pursuing social work at Tata Institute of Social Sciences, and navigating a government job before moving into the social sector.

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Can you imagine working for 25 years in a field you love only to suddenly lose it all?

Anshu Jaiswal spent 25 years in the hospitality industry. A successful hotel professional, she lived a vibrant life filled with travel, food, and family. But when she lost her vision due to diabetic retinopathy, everything changed.

This is Eyeway Rubaru, where we talk to people who have experienced late blindness in their lives to understand their journeys.

Anshu didn’t stop. She started her own food business, and rebuilt joy with the help of family and friends.

Her story reminds us: losing sight doesn't mean losing direction.

Listen to the full episode now

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Agustya Mehta is the Director of Hardware Engineering at Meta, leading a team that prototypes new hardware and software — from early mixed reality headsets to cutting-edge wearable devices. Among Meta’s most talked-about products is the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses, designed for the mainstream market but proving to be a game-changer for blind and low vision users.

In this episode of Eyeway Conversations, Agustya shares:

• How the first prototype for AI-enabled smart glasses emerged from a Meta hackathon
  

• Why blind and low vision employees at Meta pushed for accessible features
  

• How AI in the glasses can read text, describe images, and identify objects
  

• The importance of mainstream design in reducing stigma around assistive tech
  

• What’s next for India: more language support, local partnerships, and affordability strategies
  

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They told him his face made people uncomfortable.

Manoj Kumar, an acid attack survivor, has been job hunting for years — not because he lacks skills, but because society can’t look past his scars.

This is Eyeway Rubaru, where we talk to people who have experienced late blindness in their lives to understand their journeys.

It leaves us wondering: If we claim to be an inclusive society, why do we force people like Manoj to cover their faces just to step outside? Why do we measure human worth by appearance rather than ability?

Help Manoj get a Job.

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After losing her mother, Aanchal began to lose her eyesight just before her Class 10 exams. Despite the emotional and physical challenges, she didn’t stop.

In this episode of Eyeway Conversations, Aanchal shares her powerful journey—from being denied admission due to her blindness to cracking CLAT and becoming a lawyer. Now working with the Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, she’s helping shape a more inclusive legal and digital system in India.

Aanchal talks about:

• Navigating mainstream education as a blind student
  

• Facing institutional rejection and choosing law over medicine
  

• Preparing for CLAT with minimal accessible resources
  

• Working at top law firms and pushing for structural inclusion
  

• Fighting for digital accessibility as a fundamental right
  

She also reflects on the recent Supreme Court judgment that recognised digital accessibility as part of the Right to Life under Article 21 of the Constitution.

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Siddharth Mahajan grew up in Vijayapura, a small town in northern Karnataka. Born blind, he faced many challenges in school, including being teased and excluded. But with the support of his family and a few teachers who believed in him, Siddharth slowly built a strong academic path for himself.

In this episode of Eyeway Conversations, he talks about:

• Studying in a mainstream school as a blind student
  

• Developing a deep interest in English literature
  

• Interning with The Hindu and completing online global courses
  

• Teaching himself music and releasing his first Kannada track
  

• Why he wants to become a professor and change how people see disability in education
  

If you know someone with vision impairment who needs help or guidance, share the

Eyeway Helpline: 8800 00 4334

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In this episode of Eyeway Conversations, George Abraham speaks with Sandeep Sharma, a government school teacher from Bikaner, Rajasthan. Blind since childhood, Sandeep’s journey is rooted in curiosity—from tinkering with radios and playing harmonium to mastering screen readers and launching one of the most unique platforms for blind users: Techno with Friends.

What started as a group of friends sharing tech tips evolved into a YouTube channel, a 24x7 internet radio, and a hub of accessible learning content—including tutorials on music production, screen readers, and computers. Sandeep’s love for Hindi, his innovative DIY spirit, and his belief in self-learning are inspiring a generation of visually impaired individuals across India.

Listen in to hear how one teacher turned his limitations into a launchpad.

Connect with Techno With Friends:WhatsApp: 9460504850YouTube: Techno With Friends

For guidance on life with blindness, call the Eyeway National Helpdesk: 8800 004 334

In this episode of Eyeway Conversations, George Abraham speaks with Ummehaani Bagasrawala, a corporate executive at Deutsche Bank and the founder of Pearls of Vision. Ummehaani shares her journey navigating the structured world of banking, her early career in marketing and sales, and the personal challenges she faced as a visually impaired student seeking accessible education.

She talks about facing exclusion in the workplace, the lack of systemic support for students with disabilities, and how these experiences motivated her to start Pearls of Vision, a volunteer-led initiative that connects blind students with scribes, readers, and career guidance.

Tune in to hear how one woman turned everyday hurdles into meaningful support for others in the blind community.

For scribe or reader support, or to volunteer, reach out to Pearls of Vision via WhatsApp or social media.

Eyeway Helpdesk: 8800 00 4334⁠ www.scorefoundation.org.in