White Cane Day "The light of the soul will dispel the darkness" Evening. International White Cane Day

Among them is International White Cane Safety Day. This is not a holiday. This is a kind of sign of trouble, reminding society of the existence of people with disabilities nearby. physical capabilities, about help and solidarity.

The history of the white cane as a symbol of blindness dates back to 1921. In the British city of Bristol there lived a young professional photographer James Biggs, who lost his sight after an accident. I had to start new life, and he began to learn to walk around the city on his own with the help of a cane. But he soon realized that neither passers-by nor drivers responded to his black cane. Then he painted the cane White color. And she became noticeable. This innovation was picked up by all the blind not only in England, but throughout Europe, America, and later Russia.

In the 1950-60s, a broad campaign began around the world to study and clarify issues related to the life of disabled people and people with special needs. Especially social orientation in public policy At that time, it manifested itself in many European countries and the United States. And as a result, the American Congress decided to declare October 15 White Cane Day, which was first celebrated in America in 1964.

On a global scale, the International Day of the White Cane - a symbol of the blind person - was approved on October 15, 1970 at the initiative of the International Federation of the Blind. In subsequent years, more and more countries joined this movement.

The All-Russian Society of the Blind joined the White Cane Day in 1987.

In general, a cane is not only a symbol blind people, this is their instrument, their “eyes”. After all, the sound of hitting a cane on a sidewalk or pavement allows a blind person to hear the surrounding space and feel “high” obstacles (for example, houses, trees, poles, parked cars), the sliding of a cane along the road surface - to determine the presence of “low” ones (curbs, steps, hatches) , yam).

A the main objective today - to once again draw public attention to the problems of blind people, who sometimes go unnoticed for a long time, live next to us and do not see all the colors of the world around us, in order to understand and accept each other as we all are: with all the advantages, negative and positive aspects character, complexity and specificity.

Therefore, traditionally on White Cane Day in many countries, public organizations and volunteers, various events are organized - seminars and meetings, trainings and short lectures, popularly telling everyone about who the blind are, why they need white cane and how you can help them. Tournaments and competitions are also held between sighted people who are specially blindfolded; The media publishes programs and articles about the life, work and successes of blind people.

“Tolerance, Equality, Integration” - these are the main words International Day white cane.

Let us remind you that there are still days in the international calendar that urge society not to forget about people who need the simplest support - these are International Day of the Deaf, celebrated on the last Sunday of September, International Day of the Blind on November 13, International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3.

Day complete darkness, white cane day,
Day of all the blind living on earth...
It is clear to everyone: life is not easy for them,
The earth is forever in darkness for them.

And everything is to the touch: the beauty of plants,
Features of a loved one, pages of books.
And even the shadows dear to the heart
They cannot enter their world even for a moment.

There is darkness before them like a solid wall,
But through it - only the cane in the hand turns white -
They are walking. They are given height
The mighty joy of overcoming.

But miracles are subject to masters
They are creators, they are artisans.
And many world masterpieces
They offer a gift to the sighted, to us.

To those who are doomed by fate to darkness,
Have sympathy, be kindly sorry,
Love is like the light of the sun, shed on them.
They will take it with them like a cane.

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The international community has marked many significant and memorable dates on calendars. Among them is (International White Cane Safety Day). This is not a holiday, it is a kind of sign of trouble, reminding society of the existence of people with disabilities nearby, of help and solidarity.

The history of the white cane as a symbol of blindness dates back to 1921. In the British city of Bristol, there lived a young professional photographer, James Biggs, who lost his sight after an accident. It was necessary to start a new life, and he began to learn to walk around the city on his own with the help of a cane. But he soon realized that neither passers-by nor drivers responded to his black cane. Then he painted the cane white. And she became noticeable. This innovation was picked up by all the blind not only in England, but throughout Europe, America, and later Russia.

In the 1950-60s, a broad campaign began around the world to study and clarify issues related to the life of disabled people and people with special needs. The social orientation in public policy of that time was especially evident in many European countries and the United States. And as a result, the American Congress decided to declare October 15 White Cane Day, which was first celebrated in America in 1964.

The cane is not only a symbol of blind people, it is their tool, their “eyes” (Photo: Karin Hildebrand Lau, Shutterstock) Globally, the International Day of the White Cane - a symbol of the blind person - was approved on October 15, 1970 at the initiative of the International Federation of the Blind ( International Federation of the Blind). In subsequent years, more and more countries joined this movement.

The All-Russian Society of the Blind joined the White Cane Day in 1987.

In general, a cane is not only a symbol of blind people, it is their tool, their “eyes”. After all, the sound of hitting a cane on a sidewalk or pavement allows a blind person to hear the surrounding space and feel “high” obstacles (for example, houses, trees, poles, parked cars), the sliding of a cane along the road surface - to determine the presence of “low” ones (curbs, steps, hatches) , yam).

And the main goal of today’s Day is to once again draw public attention to the problems of blind people, who sometimes go unnoticed for a long time, live next to us and do not see all the colors of the world around us, in order to understand and accept each other as we all are: with all the advantages , negative and positive aspects of character, difficulties and specifics.

The main goal of today’s Day is to once again draw public attention to the problems of blind people (Photo: Lisa S., Shutterstock) Therefore, traditionally on White Cane Day in many countries, public organizations and volunteers organize various events - seminars and meetings, trainings and short lectures, popularly telling everyone about who the blind are, why they need a white cane and how they can be helped. Tournaments and competitions are also held between sighted people who are specially blindfolded; The media publishes programs and articles about the life, work and successes of blind people.

“Tolerance, Equality, Integration” - these are the main words of International White Cane Day.

Live in darkness, at the mercy of the night,
There is no worse fate in life,
Remember this on Blind Day
I ask sighted people.

He who is blind sees with his heart,
Hears the voice of silence
And more is revealed to him,
What can we see?

On the Day of the Blind I wish people
For those who are blind,
Willpower, fortitude,
And goodness in the big world.

You see kindness in your heart,
You read sounds with your hands,
Can you hear silence?
In space moving by sounds.

World Day of this problem,
We celebrate on the planet,
So that everyone remembers, does not forget,
And every hour, you valued life.

We see a bright world around us,
We walk without fear.
Have you ever thought - suddenly
Will these colors fade?

How to live when everything is dark
Walking without seeing where you are
We can, we must help
To those who do not see the light!

Just be there and support
Or lend a shoulder.
Let's help our neighbors
And the world will become kinder.

International Day of the Blind
Today we celebrate with peace
To all those who live in the dark
We wish you good luck and patience.

Let life be comfortable
And let everyone help them,
And the state is about the blind
Let him never forget.

You see what others don't see
You know something that others do not know.
A terrible diagnosis put "blind"
It’s possible for anyone, as long as the heart is dark.

And happiness and joy shine in your soul
When you dream magical dreams in colors,
And this seemingly mere little
It whispers to you that God needs you.

Anyone who is healthy and sighted is damaged,
Doesn't appreciate, doesn't see, doesn't feel the light.
And you live as if differently...
Health and happiness! Live without troubles.

This holiday is necessary for
So that sighted people wake up,
And now, even if only once a year,
They looked around at the whole huge world.

Among millions of people
There are guys who can't see
Let the snow melt in your souls,
Please extend a helping hand.

Let the light be inaccessible to their eyes,
The beauty of nature is also hidden,
But there are no kinder people like this,
There is an abundance of warmth and joy in them.

We congratulate you on this unusual day,
We want to say that on this planet
You were always warmed by the sun,
At least its light will not touch your eyes.

May troubles pass you by
And the right people will be nearby;
And there will certainly be happiness in life,
Although the path to it is quite difficult.

Everyone has problems in life,
There are so many of them that it’s impossible to count them all.
But we have people who are blind from birth,
But how can you help them?

They saw neither the sun nor the sky,
I didn’t see my mother and father,
And their life is not a bright picture,
And the gray haze and darkness endlessly.

But it was as if salvation came to them from heaven,
A messenger from God, he became their father.
The whole world did not believe in such luck,
And Valentin Gayui found a way out.

He created schools and Braille,
Now darkness is no longer their destiny.
And they all also began to study,
And they were also able to make friends.

Let's not forget his name,
And let’s take his case as an example.
And just like him we will be humane
And we will imitate him in everything.

Happy International Day of the Blind
Congratulations now!
There are many people like this in the world,
I sincerely congratulate you!

I wish you carelessness, goodness,
May your family surround you with affection.
May your soul be calm,
May everyone protect you with their love.

Your world is filled with darkness
But let life be bright!
Just follow your dreams
Step forward confidently!

You can do anything, even in the dark
With you everywhere, don't give up!
Know that your vice is not blindness,
Enjoy the song of happiness!