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Motivational speaker Nyima Wangdu. Blindness is not a defect but a trait
CGTN 25th May 2026 Motivational speaker Nyima Wangdu. Blindness is not a defect but a trait Nyima Wangdu was born in Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province. In the Tibetan language, his name means "powerful sun." He lost his sight at three months old due to an eye disease. This could have defined his life, but he has shown through action that darkness is not the end. In 2002, Nyima entered a school for the blind run by the Xizang Disabled Pers
Chris McMillan
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China Focus. Guide dogs help visually impaired individuals secure easier living
Xinhua 23rd May 2026 China Focus. Guide dogs help visually impaired individuals secure easier living by Xinhua writers Yue Yuanyuan, Tian Ying, Zhang Boqun Whether negotiating the bustling streets, tackling the crowded subways or strolling through the tranquil parks of Beijing, Wang Zhihua is always accompanied by a Labrador in a bright red vest. "This is Ms. Mango, my guide dog and also a beloved member of my family," said the 43-year-old visually impaired man. International
Chris McMillan
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Launch of the "Qinglan Program" in Beijing. China Association of Social Welfare and Senior Servic (CASWSS), Fudan Institute on Ageing and Neutech Group Jointly Build the "Hope Project" for China's Eld
Taiwan News 21st May 2026 Launch of the "Qinglan Program" in Beijing. China Association of Social Welfare and Senior Servic (CASWSS), Fudan Institute on Ageing and Neutech Group Jointly Build the "Hope Project" for China's Elderly Care Industry On the afternoon of May 18, 2026, the press conference of the Youth Directors Growth Accompaniment Program (referred to as the "Qinglan Program") was successfully held at the National Convention Center in Beijing. The event was jointly
Chris McMillan
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