Eye-opener fundraiser keeps KZNBDS walkers fit
THE KZN Blind and Deaf Society's 4km and 8km Eye Can Walk fundraiser held at Kings Park Stadium on Sunday, 7 October was heralded a huge success.
Through the support of ambassadors, sponsors, its team, staff and volunteers, the day’s event began at 7am with registration, followed by the fun walk which started at 9am.
The Zumba warm-up session had everyone feeling fit and ready. At the finish, participants were excited to receive goodie bags, medals, chocolates and more water.
Eye Can Walk offers an unique, cutting-edge and innovative way to raise awareness about the blind. The organisation unites the blind, family and friends, corporates and members of the community in KZN to help encourage individuals to understand the challenges that visually impaired individuals face on a daily basis while walking on public roads. Family members are encouraged to share how this experience has impacted them.
“Thank you for an awesome walk, it was highly organised and it puts a lot in to perspective, as you get a small glimpse in to the world of a blind person” said participant Karen Smith.
In addition to the event, KZN Blind and Deaf Society offers professional services such as social work, independence skill training, job placement, optometry services, audiology and skills development programmes.
The KwaZulu-Natal Blind and Deaf Society extended its appreciation to all stakeholders for the goodwill generated through this event.
