Gary Schoelerman and Shawntina Gibson (left), on behalf of the Blinded Veterans Association presented a braille flag to the city of Abbeville on March 17. Mayor Roslyn White, Councilman Brady Broussard Jr., Councilman Carlton Campbell, Councilman Francis Plaisance and Councilman Tony Hardy accept the flag (below) that is now on display at city hall.
The braille flag, donated to the city by the Blinded Veterans Association, is on display in the lobby at Abbeville City Hall.
Braille Flag donated to Abbeville is now on display at city hall
At the past City Council meeting on March 17, the City of Abbeville was honored to receive a Braille American Flag and commemorative plaque from the Blinded Veterans Association.
Gary Schoelerman and Shawntina Gibson attended the meeting to formally request that the City display the Braille American Flag and plaque in a prominent location inside City Hall where it can be appreciated by all who visit. The Braille American Flag is designed to be experienced through touch, allowing both visually impaired and sighted individuals to connect with the flag in a meaningful way.
The flag has been placed where it can be both admired and touched, positioned low enough for children and individuals who use wheelchairs to reach, but high enough so adults can comfortably appreciate the Braille inscription.
About the Blinded Veterans Association:
The Blinded Veterans Association was founded to support and advocate for veterans who have experienced vision loss. The organization works to ensure blinded veterans receive the benefits, rehabilitation, and opportunities they have earned through their service, while also promoting independence and community involvement.