The
White Cane Day or the International Day for the Blind provides a platform
to highlight issues concerning the visually handicapped, mobilise
programmes and obtains support for implementation. The Federation
together with its national and international affiliates annually organise
a series of activities to mark this day.
The International White Cane Day, declared on October 15, 1969, is
of special significance to Sri Lanka since it was first declared on
Sri Lanka soil at the Second Convention of the International Federation
of the Blind, when it was presided over by the late Mr. Rienzie Alagiyawanne.
The Annual All Island Flag Week of the Federation
is held in conjunction with the International White Cane Day.
