About Us
About ACTIVE VI
ACTIVE VI is a resource platform co-designed with persons with vision impairment (PVI), fitness professionals, and volunteers to promote inclusive physical activity. It was developed as part of the Physical Activities Engagement for Persons with Vision Impairment research project, led by an interdisciplinary team comprising an occupational therapist, psychologist, and physiotherapist. The project aimed to empower PVI to increase their participation in physical activity through a lifestyle modification and self-management approach.
Building on insights gained from the Lifestyle Modification Programme (LMP), ACTIVE VI connects PVI with opportunities, resources, and support to lead more active lifestyles. Through research, co-design process, and collaboration with the PVI community, ACTIVE VI helps bridge the gap between individuals seeking opportunities to be active and the people and organisations that support them.
ACTIVE VI provides a curated collection of accessible physical activity opportunities, community programmes, and practical resources to help PVI discover activities that match their interests, abilities, and goals. The platform also offers evidence-informed practice guidelines for fitness professionals, coaches, and volunteers to support PVI safely, confidently, and inclusively. Drawing on lived experiences and research findings, ACTIVE VI shares community knowledge and practical insights to promote active, healthy, and connected lifestyles.
Our Mission
To empower persons with vision impairment, fitness professionals, volunteers, and organisations to create accessible and inclusive physical activity experiences where everyone can participate with confidence.
Our Journey
Over two years (August 2024 to July 2026), the project was carried out in three phases that ultimately led to the development of ACTIVE VI.
Phase 1: Co-Design
Understanding barriers and opportunities
Working together with PVI, fitness professionals, and community partners, we explored the challenges and opportunities related to physical activity participation. Through co-design workshops, participants shared their experiences and helped shape practical solutions that reflected community needs.
Phase 2: Lifestyle Modification Programme (LMP)
Supporting PVI to become more active
PVI participants were supported to explore and participate in physical activities through community and social service programmes. With guidance from programme facilitators, they built confidence, developed self-management skills, and discovered strategies to stay active.
Phase 3: Resource Development
Turning lived experiences into practical resources
PVI participants, fitness professionals, volunteers, and community partners worked together to refine the programme and translate their experiences into resources that can support more PVI in physical activity participation.
ACTIVE VI
A co-designed resource hub for active living
The outcome of this project is ACTIVE VI, a platform that brings together:
- Curated physical activity opportunities and community resources for PVI
- Practice guidelines and practical tips for fitness professionals and volunteers
- Evidence-informed knowledge and lived experiences that support inclusive and accessible physical activity participation
Acknowledgements
SIT Research Team
Assoc Prof Tan Hwei Lan (Project Lead, Principal Investigator)
Assoc Prof Peter Tay Kay Chai (Co-PI)
Asst Prof Shawn Soh Leng Hsien (Co-PI)
Ms Kimberly Chrystal Koh Geok Khim (Research Assistant)
Co-Design Team
- Stefanie Ang
- James Chiang
- Ben Chiu
- Jessica Gwee-Ang
- Jason
- Lau Kim Lan
- Dennard Lee
- Emily Lee
- Samuel Lim
- June Low
- Low Teh Lin
- Muhammad Zahier Bin Samad
- Ng Pei Pei
- Nurulhuda Salimee
- Penny Poh
- Sebastian and Vogue
- Sherriza Hareani
- Sunita Riar
- Lydia Tan
- Verlyn
Advisor to Project
The University of Queensland
Dr Jessica Hill
Research, Community and Funding Partners
Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), Health and Social Sciences, led the research, co-design, implementation, and evaluation of the Lifestyle Modification Programme and developed ACTIVE VI through evidence-based research and stakeholder collaboration.
The Enabling Lives Initiative (ELI) Grant, funded by Tote Board and managed by SG Enable, was the main funder of the project, and also provided support for the research, development, and implementation of the Lifestyle Modification Programme and ACTIVE VI.
Guide Dogs Singapore (GDS) and Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped (SAVH) co-funded the research and connected the project with the visually impaired community, ensuring that the programme reflected lived experiences and community needs.
