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News  Commissioner John Oliveira awarded the 2025 Paul McDade “Focus” Award for Distinguished Leadership

10/08/2025
  • Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
MCB Commissioner John Oliveira receives the "Focus" Award from DDS Commissioner Sarah Peterson and DDS Statewide Director for Vision and Vision Loss Services, Lisa DiBonaventura

October 8, 2025 | Boston, MA — The Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) is proud to announce that Commissioner John Oliveira has been awarded the 2025 Paul McDade “Focus” Award for Distinguished Leadership at the 17th Annual "Focus" on Vision Impairment & Blindness Conference held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.

This award honors the legacy of Paul McDade, a pioneer in Orientation & Mobility services, and recognizes leaders whose advocacy and dedication have transformed services for individuals with intellectual disability who also experience vision impairment, blindness, or deafblindness.

Commissioner Oliveira’s leadership has strengthened programs, expanded access to critical resources, and built lasting partnerships that empower individuals and families across Massachusetts.

Photo Caption: Commissioner John Oliveira is presented the "Focus" Award from the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Commissioner Sarah Peterson and DDS' Statewide Director for Vision and Vision Loss Services, Lisa DiBonaventura. 

  • Massachusetts Commission for the Blind 

    The mission of the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) is to provide individualized training, education, and empowerment to people who are legally blind, and advocate for inclusive policies across the Commonwealth, with the goal of life-long independence and full community participation.

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