White Cane Day Celebration Webinar
Date & Time: Oct 15, 2025 11:00 AM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Target Audience: All are welcome. Description of Webinar: Join us for a warm, engaging celebration of the white cane – a powerful symbol of independence. Whether you use a cane now or are curious to learn more, this event offers a look at how the white cane has evolved and what it means to people across generations. We will share personal stories, cultural connections, and fun facts. Participants will:
- Discover the history and cultural significance of the white cane.
- Recognize the diverse roles the white cane plays in daily life, from safety and mobility to advocacy and identity.
- Examine how the white cane has evolved across generations.
Speakers Names: Alex Livingston and Tyler Trichillo
Speaker Biographies:
Alex has been an Orientation and Mobility Specialist for five years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies from UNC Asheville and a master’s degree in special education from North Carolina Central University. She serves children and adults with vision loss throughout the state of South Carolina.
Tyler has been a Certified Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) for six years and is serving his second year as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS). He holds a bachelor's degree in special education from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania and a master's degree in applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Pittsburgh. Tyler is a full-time service provider for school-age children and adults with vision loss in Myrtle Beach and surrounding areas. In his free time, Tyler enjoys surfing, practicing jiu-jitsu, and playing the guitar.
Rachell Johnson, MCD., CCC-SLP, ATP
Program Manager
SC Assistive Technology Program
Center for Disability Resources
8301 Farrow Road
Columbia, SC 29203
rachell.johnson@uscmed.sc.edu
Phone: 803-935-5301 | Fax: 803-935-5342 | Toll Free: 800-915-4522
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