KUWAIT: Minister of Social Affairs, Family Affairs, and Childhood, Dr. Amthal Al-Huwailah, affirmed that participation in the “white cane procession” is part of the efforts for supporting people with impairments and boosting their social role. The minister, in remarks to KUNA during her participation in the march, organized by the Kuwait Blind Association, marking the Global White Cane Safety Day, affirmed that the rod is a key tool in the hands of this segment of people.

The white cane, according to reports by the World Health Organization, is a tool that helps them be independent and integrate with the surroundings. Meanwhile, Fayez Al-Azmi, the society chair, said that the association has been receiving, since inception 50 years ago, support from various parties and institutions in the country in line with instructions by the supreme leaders. The society has throughout its history made several accomplishments, namely establishing the center for youth under 18 to care for the blind, the Quran publishing center, and the Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad sports facility.

KUWAIT: Minister of Social Affairs, Family Affairs and Childhood Dr Amthal Al-Huwaila tkaes part in the white cane procession. – KUNA photos

He mentioned other achievements, namely the electronic library, the holding of conventions and seminars, organizing training courses and programs. In February, the society will organize an Arab-level conference and a Gulf sports tournament. Meanwhile, the society secretary, Mansour Al-Enezi, said the association dedicates special attention to cyber security and artificial intelligence. The Global White Cane Safety Day, which falls on October 15, aims at backing the blind to be self-sufficient and independent. — KUNA