PAVI Trinidad

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PAVI Trinidad Persons Associated With Visual Impairment (PAVI) was established in October 1995 to address the needs and aspirations of persons with visual impairment.

It is a registered non- profit organization and acquired membership status with the CCB in April 1996 PAVI's PROGRAMMES AND ACTIVITIES

1. Adjustment to Blindness Services
This programme seeks to enhance the opportunities and facilitate the acquisition of independence for persons with visual impairment through the ex*****on of community-based services. Services include training in communication skills, social skills, daily living skills, recreational skills and vocational guidelines, which are provided by Adjustment to blindness officers.

2. Community Support Groups
PAVI's Community Groups are devised to bring persons with visual impairment together every month to engage in peer counseling, educational, social and recreational activities, while grooming leadership. These groups also seek to encourage the interaction and participation of family members and friends. There are currently six active grips; they are the Curepe, Siparia, Couva and the recently re-established Port of Spain and PEG (PAVI Eastern Group) groups.

3. Early Intervention Programme
In 2002-03, the organization introduced an Early Intervention Programme, which targets, children with visual impairment between birth and seven years, parents and teachers. It is intended to provide the necessary support to assist in the all round development of the child which will position her/him to be on par with her/his peers.

4. Information Technology Programme
Through this programme, clients and members are trained in the use of computers and other assistive devices to strengthen their independent living and working skills. They are then able to access the Internet, read and prepare
documents and even go on to advanced training

5. Advocacy
A critical aspect of PAVI’s work is that of advocacy through lobbying for the rights of persons with visual impairment, i.e. the right to sight; the right to equal and inclusive services; the right to a livelihood and the right to a safe and secure environment. On June 6th, 1998 the organization was successful in gaining Cabinet’s acceptance to make amendments to the voting Regulations. As a result of this amendment, persons with visual impairment can now exercise any of three options to cast their vote. At the Local Elections of 1999, for the first time, persons with visual impairment were allowed to vote secretly and independently.

6. Nipping it in the Bud

This project was launched in 2008, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and the Diabetes Association of Trinidad & Tobago (DATT). Lay educators from PAVI and DATT were trained and sent out in teams of two, to Faith-based Organisations, Community-based Organisations, NPTAs and other groups, with an aim
to influence lifestyle change, by making the right choices for a healthier life and thereby avoiding the onset of diabetes and possible blindness.

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22/08/2026

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18/08/2026

Persons Associated with Visual Impairment, PAVI, is continuing its work to raise awareness, support people experiencing vision loss and promote greater independence and inclusion. Learn all about their upcoming community outreach.

It’s That Time Again! A Luncheon For A Cause!!A Joyful Christmas with PAVIAnnual Fundraising Luncheon📅 Sunday, 22nd Nove...
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It’s That Time Again!

A Luncheon For A Cause!!

A Joyful Christmas with PAVI
Annual Fundraising Luncheon

📅 Sunday, 22nd November 2026

🕦 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Under the Patronage of
Former First Lady Mrs. Zalayhar Hassanali

📍 Terrian Hall
Centre of Excellence
17A Macoya Road, Tunapuna

✨ GOOD FOOD • GREAT ENTERTAINMENT • ATTRACTIVE DOOR PRIZES

All proceeds go towards PAVI's Adjustment to Blindness Services.

Contribution

TT$400.00

⭐ Early Bird: TT$350.00
Valid until 30th September 2026

☎ PAVI Office: 220-1073
📱 WhatsApp: 762-5261

Celebrate the Joy of Christmas While Making a Difference

PAVI Trinidad Alicia Joseph Ambrose Sandra Tamby Candy Barbara Brenda Garvin-Noel Georgiana Garvin Bhawani Persad Cecille Maule Cecille Alves Joseph Vautor-LaPlaceliere

08/08/2026

🔊VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED – Arima, Mason Hall (Tobago), Cunupia, Rio Claro, Toco.

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Address

32 Eastern Main Road
St. Augustine

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 15:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 15:00
Friday 09:00 - 15:00

Telephone

+18682201073

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