@RopdbR

This is official twitter account of the Rwanda Organization of Persons with Deaf-Blindness, we advocate for the rights of persons with Deaf-Blindness in Rwanda.

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On International White Cane Day – 15 October, @RopdbR celebrates the independence, dignity, and resilience of persons with deaf-blindness. Together, let’s promote accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all.🦯💙 #WhiteCaneDay #Inclusion #ROPDB
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🦯💙 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.
🦯💙 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 🦯💙 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

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Blind Rwandan Journalist Gato Marcelline Turns Disability Into Power topafricanews.com/2026/10/05…

Gato Marcelline: Blind Rwandan Journalist Turns Disability Into Strength

Gato Marcelline's story shows how a blind Rwandan journalist overcame barriers to build a career at Rwanda Broadcasting Agency, inspiring others.

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@RopdbR was pleased to join @rnudeaf in celebrating Deaf Week. We appreciate @rnudeaf for organizing this week of awareness, unity, advocacy, and celebration of the Deaf community. we continue to promote inclusion, accessibility, human rights, and equal participation for all
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Welcome to International Sign Language Day! 💙🤟 Today, we celebrate the beauty and importance of sign language, promote inclusion, and recognize the rights and contributions of Deaf people around the world.
RWANDA NATIONAL UNION OF THE DEAF (RNUD)@rnudeafSep 25
Sign language is communication. Sign language is inclusion. Sign language is connection. Let’s build a world where everyone is seen, heard, respected, and included. youtube.com/live/gaY0yAkVXAE
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What if a child was experiencing vision loss, but no one knew? That's the reality for more than 80% of children with Cerebral/Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). This #CVIAwarenessMonth, join us in raising awareness of CVI and helping more children get the support they need.
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There's nothing like catching up with your community after summer vacation! ☀️ Our students and teachers are SO excited to be back for another incredible year of learning, joy, and connection. These first hellos, big smiles, and catch-ups are what make the return so special 💙
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What if a summer could help a teen who is #Blind or #VisuallyImpaired discover just how capable they are? At Perkins' Outreach Program, teens build independence, practice real-world skills, and connect and live with peers who understand their experiences. 💙
A student does archery while seated

ALT A student does archery while seated

A student waits at a crosswalk with her white cane

ALT A student waits at a crosswalk with her white cane

A student does laundry

ALT A student does laundry

A student at the grocery store

ALT A student at the grocery store

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What would a classroom look like if it were designed for kids of all abilities? From identifying themselves with personalized tactile blocks to choosing an item during a shopping activity, every part of our #Deafblind school is designed with our students’ individual needs in mind
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We’re delighted to share that Mr. Geir Jensen, former WFDB President and FNDB Chair, has been awarded the King’s Medal of Merit by HM King Harald V of Norway 🇳🇴 — honoring his lifelong dedication to deafblind communities worldwide. Congratulations! 👏
Mr Jensen in a suit shaking hands with another man

ALT Mr Jensen in a suit shaking hands with another man

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Imagine living in a world that wasn't designed to communicate with you... As we conclude Deafblindness Awareness month we invite you to check and share this video: youtube.com/watch?v=Rdk8W33-… #Deafblindness #DeafblindAwareness

Kada svijet ne govori tvojim jezikom

Promotivni video povodom Međunarodnog dana gluhosljepoće 2026.

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🌍 Registration is open for the 2027 DbI & WFDB World Conference and joint DbI Networks Pre-Conference in Davos! Pre-Conference: 18–19 July Conference: 19–23 July WFDB General Assembly: 24–25 July 👉 deafblind27.org/ #Deafblind27 #WFDB #DbI
Colour logo for the DbI & WFDB World Conference, featuring a stylised blue mountain within a purple circular outline. Text reads: “DbI & WFDB World Conference. Davos, Switzerland, 19–23 July 2027. Innovate + Empower + Collaborate.”

ALT Colour logo for the DbI & WFDB World Conference, featuring a stylised blue mountain within a purple circular outline. Text reads: “DbI & WFDB World Conference. Davos, Switzerland, 19–23 July 2027. Innovate + Empower + Collaborate.”

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Deafblind youth are leading now! On #InternationalYouthDay, WFDB celebrates young persons with deafblindness advancing accessibility, representation and global cooperation—including preparations for the first Deafblind World Youth Camp in 2027. #DeafblindYouth #UNYouth #IDA #EDF
Square illustrated WFDB graphic in cream, turquoise and green. The WFDB logo appears in the upper-left corner beside the words “International Youth Day – 12 August 2026 – WFDB Youth Committee.” Large text reads, “Deafblind youth are leading now. Different contexts. Common aspirations.” Four diverse young adults are gathered and communicating. A young Black woman holds a red-and-white cane. A young Asian man wearing glasses and a hearing device gestures while two other young adults communicate using their hands. A stylised connected globe appears behind them, and three circular communication and accessibility symbols are shown at the bottom. The WFDB website, wfdb.eu, appears in the lower-right corner.

ALT Square illustrated WFDB graphic in cream, turquoise and green. The WFDB logo appears in the upper-left corner beside the words “International Youth Day – 12 August 2026 – WFDB Youth Committee.” Large text reads, “Deafblind youth are leading now. Different contexts. Common aspirations.” Four diverse young adults are gathered and communicating. A young Black woman holds a red-and-white cane. A young Asian man wearing glasses and a hearing device gestures while two other young adults communicate using their hands. A stylised connected globe appears behind them, and three circular communication and accessibility symbols are shown at the bottom. The WFDB website, wfdb.eu, appears in the lower-right corner.

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Persons with Deaf-Blindness can sign everywhere
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🌍 Today, on the International Day of Deafblindness 2026, @RopdbR celebrates the resilience and contributions of persons with deafblindness and calls for recognition, accessibility, and inclusion for all. Together, let's ensure that no one is left behind. 💙
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The one day workshop organised by @RopdbR through the support from @DisabRightsFund on the Disability Manangement information system on the advocacy for PWDBs.Inclusive service delivery is our priority
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@RopdbR held a one-day training for Deafblind leaders on advocacy approaches within Rwanda’s Disability Management Information System (DMIS). The training strengthened leaders' capacity to promote the inclusion.Thanks @DisabRightsFund for supporting this important initiative
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@RopdbR stands together with all Rwandas and OPDs to commemorate the 32nd Genocide Against tutsi in 1994.
NCPD Rwanda
@ncpdrwandaMay 29
None @ncpdrwanda hamwe n'imiryango ikorana n'abafite ubumuga bunamiye inzirakarengane zishyunguye mu rwibutso rwa Nyanza @KicukiroDistr banaremera abafite ubumuga bwatewe na Jenoside, mu rwego rwo #Kwibuka32 , banaremeye kandi bamwe mu bafite ubumuga bwatewe na Jenoside.
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Empowering inclusion in action! Today, members of @RopdbR were trained with support from @DisabRightsFund , engaging self-help groups of PWDB in livelihood programs aligned with NST2 Pillar 4. Together for full inclusion in @Muhangadis , @KIBANGU_Sect .#DisabilityInclusion.
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Umuryango @RopdbR wifatanyije n’Abanyarwanda bose mu kwibuka ku nshuro ya 32 Jenoside yakorewe Abatutsi mu 1994.Twibuka abazize Jenoside yakorewe Abatutsi, turwanya ingengabitekerezo yayo no kubaka ubumwe bw'abanyarwanda. Twibuke, twiyubaka. #Kwibuka32
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