[NFBofSC] FW: Webinar: White Cane Day Celebration October 15th

[Steve Cook]

Steve Cook
Host, NAGDU Unleashed Podcast
National Association of Guide Dog Users (NAGDU)

🎙️ NAGDU Unleashed – Sharing the stories, experiences, and adventures of guide dog users everywhere.
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From: Assistive Technology Online Network <ATNETWORK at LISTSERV.SC.EDU> On Behalf Of Rachell Johnson
Sent: Friday, October 9, 2026 11:56 AM
To: ATNETWORK at LISTSERV.SC.EDU
Subject: Webinar: White Cane Day Celebration October 15th

 

Join us for a White Cane Day Celebration Webinar. 

Date: Oct 15, 2026 

Time: 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) 

Target Audience: All are welcome. 

Cost: Free. All attendees must register to attend <https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iZOMQdtGTJqQwv6iQPhV1w> .  

Description: This White Cane Day webinar will recognize the importance of the white cane as a tool for independence, safety, and confidence, while highlighting orientation and mobility awareness. Participants will learn: 1. Explain the significance of the white cane as a tool for independence, safety, and confidence. 2. Recognize how orientation and mobility skills support safe and independent travel for people who are blind or have low vision. 3. Identify ways to increase awareness and respect for white cane users in the community. 

Speaker Information: Heather Lee is a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS). Heather obtained her M. Ed from North Carolina Central University and her B.A from Limestone University. Heather resides in Conway, SC with her husband and three children. In her spare time, Heather enjoys taking walks on the beach and reading a good book.  

 

 

Rachell Johnson, MCD., CCC-SLP, ATP

Program Manager, SC Assistive Technology Program

Center for Disability Resources

Floyd School of Medicine 

University of South Carolina

8301 Farrow Road

Columbia, SC 29203

rachell.johnson at uscmed.sc.edu <mailto:rachell.johnson at uscmed.sc.edu> 

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