Association for Promoting the General Welfare of the Blind

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Association for Promoting the General Welfare of the Blind

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        Dates of existence

        1854-2022

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        Established in 1854 by Elizabeth M. M. Gilbert as a charitable organization providing employment and training to blind and disabled people. Queen Victoria became the charity's patron in 1859. Later rebranded as CLARITY – Employment for Blind People. Went into liquidation in 2022.

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        Gilbert, Elizabeth Margaretta Maria (1826-1885), campaigner for blind people (1826-1885)

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        1854

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        founder

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        Levy, William Hanks (1830-1874), director of the Association for Promoting the General Welfare of the Blind (1830-1874)

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        associative

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        director

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