The Tribune

A PRE-THANKSGIVING day event was held by Nassau Village MP Jamahl Strachan for members of the Bahamas Alliance for the Blind and Visually Impaired (BABVI).

Members were treated to a full Thanksgiving meal with dessert at his Nassau Village constituency office on Soldier Road. In addition to a hearty meal and good conversation, Strachan made a donation to BABVI towards their continuing efforts to empower blind and visually impaired members of society.

“It was indeed a pleasure to celebrate a pre-Thanksgiving dinner with the members of BABVI,” MP Strachan said.

“I strongly believe that inclusion is needed. The civil rights of the disabled should not be impeded on. I will continue to advocate for programs which will enable the members to cultivate their skills and abilities. The right to employment without prejudice, accessible transportation and housing is for all, in this great Commonwealth. I am steadfast in my commitment to the disabled community. It is my hope, that the donation given, will aid in some capacity for the betterment of the organization.”

Robertha Johnson, BABVI president, thanked Mr Strachan for his kind gesture and the donation, which she said would assist in their efforts to make life easier for their members.

BABVI can be reached at: 80-BABVI [22284], or email babvi.101@gmail.com, or visit their Facebook page at BABVI Bahamas.