Blind awareness advocacy groups target Linden school children, minibus drivers

Three groups concerned about blind awareness advocacy have targeted Linden minibus drivers and school children in their recent campaign.

The Guyana Society for the Blind (GSB), Guyana Blind Cricket Association and the Lindeners Supporting Efforts for the Empowerment of the Disabled (LINSEED) have taken their fight for equality in society to Linden. Last week, the three groups conducted education and awareness sessions with students of the Wismar Hill Primary School, as part of observances for blind awareness month.

President of the GSB Cecil Morris said visually impaired persons continue to face many challenges, despite government’s efforts to