Qatar
Al Noor Center to mark World Sight and White Cane days
QNA/Doha
Published on October 08, 2024 | 12:17 AM
Al Noor Center for the Blind, under the Qatar Foundation for Social Work, which is affiliated with the Ministry of Social Development and Family, is marking the World Sight Day and the World White Cane Day by organising a number of events at the centre and beyond from October 10-15.The events will aim to raise society’s awareness about the importance of protecting one’s eyesight and to support persons with visual disabilities by highlighting the significance of the white cane as a means of mobility and independence.
In this context, a booth will be set up in the Place Vendome Mall showcasing the centre’s latest methods and tools to assess and treat visual impairments and aid in mobility and orientation. The booth will hold various activities for attendees and introduce them to Al Noor Center’s services.
Moreover, the centre will hold a seminar on October 14, presented by persons with visual disabilities together with its qualified trainers, focusing on the importance of the white cane in the lives of the blind.
The seminar will also raise awareness about the significance of eye care and [...]