[Massachusetts-NFB] FW: RSVP REQUIRED: 2023 MCB White Cane Awareness Day Celebration

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Join Us at the Massachusetts State House on Friday, October 13th, at 11 A.M. 

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2023 White Cane Awareness Day Celebration

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Friday, October 13th

11 A.M. to 1 P.M.

Massachusetts State House - Great Hall

24 Beacon Street

Boston, MA 02108

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Please note, space is limited.

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ABOUT THE WHITE CANE

History of the white cane

Related laws

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SHARE YOUR STORY

What does your white cane mean to you? 

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The Massachusetts Commission for the Blind is excited to announce our annual White Cane Awareness Day Celebration will be held in-person for the first time in four years. 

The white cane is recognized around the world as a means for identifying and empowering people who are blind and visually impaired.

On October 15, 1964, White Cane Day became a national observation 

in the United States to celebrate the abilities and achievements of 

people who are blind and visually impaired. 

Celebrate the independence of the white cane and help raise awareness of the White Cane Law in Massachusetts which requires drivers to identify and yield to pedestrians using a white cane or dog guide at street crossings.

The Governor issues a proclamation every year to commemorate 

the observance of White Cane Day in Massachusetts. 

We will announce the winners of the 3rd Annual  <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DKeGertyeQPmgfzyKLkMb31n_pfS0DiCc4YMb-OqJocrMUcvYJ3y0rvFQy7xtC7-3wpTiG5Tqo1A5u-DmDA4H53JdD9RKSebt5cH-yatGSE5gzcx6muXdOPSSQOrcpKLgzD4ED2e4ewfnjVAJDmj000-JJ0FQop6jgitH4PRdr_YizPmJ-UQJiv6YcY8G5TBna4h9TgDTxM=&c=HusqM72HEb4Qnd9p2yng9UiDuLMnvLoMctQxIY2MLUMXZGG_H9RKLA==&ch=yQBdySEdBM6Ov7UzmSkIo7LFFI97W6qykIXjc8TCCFUkqbEzuH0wiA==> Meg Robertson Mobility Award which recognizes people who demonstrate mobility skills at their level and incorporate the white cane into their lives to increase independence. 

Questions? 

Contact Ally Bull, Orientation and Mobility Director

 <mailto:allyson.bull at mass.gov> allyson.bull at mass.gov

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MAKE A WHITE CANE PIN

MCB Orientation and Mobility Director Ally Bull describes how to make a white cane lapel pin.

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