Participants took part in some of the insightful activities about the challenges blind people face on a daily basis.
Divided groups of two were blindfolded while creating a square using only a rope.
The team building exercise entailed following each other’s voices to form a shape they want.
Romany Alexander has been a volunteer for the past 14 months.
“Being a part of this initiative has been a once-in-a-lifetime experience,” Alexander said.
She is part of the Vodacom Change the World initiative that enables people to work for a non-profit organisation of their choice.
Ane Steytler (23), who is a puppy raising supervisor, described her experience working with the dogs as rewarding, training them from birth and seeing them develop. She also highlighted the importance of raising awareness and funds for the Guide Dogs Association for the Blind.
The association will host the Starry Nights annual ball on 12 September at the spectacular Montecasino ballroom in Fourways.
Popular singer and songwriter Danny K will keep guests entertained and will also be joined by comedian Ndumiso Lindi.
Kennel assistant Matthews Moiloa , learner instructor Karen Opie and guide mobility instructor Permit Mncube participate in the team-building activities.
Public relations officer at Montecasino Sian Bailey participates in one of the group activities.
South African Guide Dogs Association for the Blind marketing manager Pieter van Niekerk poses with guide dog Orelly.
Former Miss Earth 2012 and PR team member Moroesi Leboela support fundraising initiatives for the SA Guide Dogs Association for the Blind.
Participants work together to create a square while blindfolded
Public relations officer at Montecasino Sian Bailey participates in a team-building exercise.
Students from the College of Orientation and Mobility Phumzile Mhlabane and Isaac Mashiane participate in the team-building exercise
Former Miss Earth 2012 Tamerin Jardine and South African Guide Dogs Association for the Blind marketing manager Pieter van Niekerk pose with guide dog Orelly.
Debbie Speller trains students at the College of Orientation and Mobility.
Singer Daniel Baron and Former Miss Earth 2012 Tamerin Jardine hold puppies that are still being trained.
Participants partake in a team-building exercise by following each others voices to form the shape they want.
Members of the public participate in a group activity where they follow each other’s voices to form the shape they want while being blindfolded.
Volunteer Romany Alexander has been with the SA Guide Dogs Association for the Blind for the past 14 months.
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