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flag National White Cane Safety Day 2025 highlights mobility rights and new North Carolina laws mandating drivers yield to visually impaired pedestrians.

flag October 15, 2025, marked National White Cane Safety Day, a longstanding observance honoring the independence and mobility of blind and visually impaired individuals. flag Across the U.S., communities hosted events to promote awareness, safety, and inclusion, emphasizing that drivers must yield to pedestrians using white canes or guide dogs at crosswalks and intersections. flag New North Carolina legislation, set to take effect in December, upgrades penalties for failing to stop for visually impaired pedestrians to a Class 2 misdemeanor. flag Events featured hands-on activities, guided walks, and educational programs to foster empathy and understanding, reinforcing the white cane as a symbol of empowerment, safety, and equal access.

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