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2023 MCB White Cane Awareness Day Photos

The Massachusetts Commission for the Blind celebrated White Cane Awareness Day at the Massachusetts State House on Friday, October 13, 2023. The photos below are courtesy of Charlotte Tuminelli.
A woman in salmon blazer speaking at the podium. An ASL interpreter is signing to her left.

Massachusetts Commission for the Blind Orientation and Mobility Director Ally Bull opens the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A woman in a black turtleneck shirt speaks at the podium. An ASL interpreter is signing to her left.

Executive Office of Health and Human Services Secretary Kate Walsh reads Governor Maura Healey's White Cane Awareness Day proclamation. 

A man in a suit speaking from the podium during the ceremony.

State Representative Jay Livingstone, Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on Children, Families, and Persons with Disabilities, speaks during the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A smiling woman wearing a gray blazer speaking at the podium during the ceremony.

State Senator Robyn Kennedy, Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on Children, Families, and Persons with Disabilities, has a big smile as she speaks during the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A smiling man wearing a burnt orange suit speaking from the podium during the ceremony.

Massachusetts Commission for the Blind Director of Programs and Services Joe Buizon talks about the White Cane Law during the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A woman wearing a blue button-down shirt while speaking from the podium during the ceremony.

Kyle Robidoux delivers the keynote address during the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A blonde woman speaking from the podium wearing a blue t-shirt with the text: A galaxy of possibilities. White Cane Day.

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist Erin Buckley presents the youth winner of the 2023 Meg Robertson Mobility Award during the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

Two people embracing in a hug behind the podium as a woman smiles at the interaction.

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist Erin Buckley hugs Nikolas Hourican as he accepts the youth 2023 Meg Robertson Mobility Award during the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A man in a suit reading from a folder while behind the podium while three people stand behind him watching.

Mayor Michael Cahill reads a citation proclaiming October 13, 2023, as Nikolas Hourican Day, in the City of Beverly.  

A man in a blue polo holds the microphone as he speaks from behind the podium.

Edward Machado accepts the DeafBlind Extended Supports adult 2023 Meg Robertson Mobility Award during the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A woman speaking from behind the podium while holding her white cane from under her arm.

Kyra Sweeney presents the adult winner of the 2023 Meg Robertson Mobility Award during the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A man in a suit speaking from behind the podium while holding his white cane.

Syed Rizvi accepts the adult 2023 Meg Robertson Mobility Award during the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A man in a suit standing behind the podium and reading braille.

Massachusetts Commission for the Blind Commissioner John Oliveira makes closing remarks at the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

A seated man wearing a suit watching the ceremony.

National Braille Press President/CEO and MCB Statutory Advisory Board Chairperson Brian Mac Donald smiles as he watches the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration.

Attendees of the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration inside the Great Hall of the Massachusetts State House. The ceiling is lined with flags.
Attendees of the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration inside the Great Hall of the Massachusetts State House. The ceiling is lined with flags.
The back of a woman's shirt which has the word "Independence." Underneath the text is the word "Independence" in printed braille.
Two people sitting at a table, including a man who is holding his red and white suppot cane.
A woman in the foreground watching the ceremony. Other attendees are shown in the background.
A woman in a blue t-shirt clapping her hands during the ceremony.
A man wearing sunglasses holding his white cane while sitting in a chair.
A seated man clapping at the ceremony.
A woman wearing an orange shirt standing up against a wall while watching the ceremony.
The sideview of a woman clasping her hands while watching the ceremony from the back of the Great Hall.
A dog guide taking a nap between tables on the floor of the Great Hall.
A seated man clapping while watching the ceremony.
A seated man in a gray sweatshirt clapping during the ceremony.
Attendees exploring materials on resource tables.
Attendees of the White Cane Awareness Day Celebration inside the Great Hall of the Massachusetts State House. The ceiling is lined with flags.

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