ALT 🦯💙 INTERNATIONAL WHITE CANE DAY | 15 OCTOBER 2026 White Cane: Key to Mobility and Independence The white cane is more than a mobility aid. It is a symbol of independence, dignity and inclusion for people who are blind or visually impaired. On this International White Cane Day, we recognize the importance of accessible environments, equal opportunities and respect for the rights of persons with visual impairments. Everyone deserves the freedom to move safely, participate fully in society and live with dignity. Let us build a world where accessibility is a reality, barriers are removed, and no one is left behind. 🤝 Promote accessibility. Respect independence. Advance inclusion. #InternationalWhiteCaneDay #WhiteCaneDay #Accessibility #Inclusion #VisualImpairment #DisabilityRights #RUB

ALT For Gato Marcelline, losing her sight at a young age did not mean losing her dreams. The Rwandan mother and journalist has defied the limitations often associated with visual impairment to build a career in journalism, where she now works for Rwanda Broadcasting Agency (RBA), particularly on Radio Rwanda. Gato’s journey began like that of many other children, with a determination to attend school and build a future for herself. However, as she progressed through her education, she had to make difficult choices about the subjects she would pursue, taking into consideration the challenges posed by her visual impairment. Today, she describes her position in the media as something she once considered almost impossible to achieve. “My journey has not been easy because I lost my sight when I was young, and I had to grow up with that disability. Studying alongside children who can see is challenging, especially because there are usually very few students with disabilities in a classroom.