Organised by Khorfakkan Club for the Disabled in cooperation with Khorfakkan Municipality and various government departments, the event aimed to raise awareness about the rights and needs of the visually impaired.
Abdullah Saleh Al Naqbi emphasised the club’s commitment to supporting disabled individuals, particularly the blind, in alignment with the directives of the leadership to promote social responsibility. He highlighted that International White Cane Safety Day serves to acknowledge the importance of providing equal opportunities and services to the blind, facilitating their integration into society.
Dr. Al Murr encouraged the community to view the white cane as a symbol of independence for the visually impaired, representing their right to move freely. Engineer Abdulrahman Al Naqbi urged institutions to enhance accessibility in buildings and public spaces to support the visually impaired.
Saeed Al Kaabi, a visually impaired individual, described the white cane as a vital tool for independent mobility, explaining its proper use.
Types of White Canes
Here are six types of white canes recognised worldwide:
Symbol Cane: Used by visually impaired individuals to indicate their condition.
Guide Cane: Helps the blind detect terrain types and obstacles.
Long Cane: The most common for independent movement, it helps identify obstacles.
Ordinary Walking Cane: Used by both blind and sighted individuals without special specifications.
Hubble Cane: Curved for use in rough terrain, it provides stability.
Electronic Cane: Equipped with ultrasonic sensors to detect obstacles up to five meters away.
These canes play a crucial role in enhancing mobility and independence for those with visual impairments.
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