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Driving without borders: Blind people experience freedom behind the wheel in Groß Dölln!
In Groß Dölln, 150 blind and visually impaired people experienced freedom and inclusion at the driving event, accompanied by experienced driving instructors.
Driving without borders: Blind people experience freedom behind the wheel in Groß Dölln!
On Saturday a special day took place in Groß Dölln for around 120 blind and visually impaired people. At a driving event organized by the *General Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired Berlin (ABSV)*, participants had the opportunity to sit behind the wheel of a vehicle themselves. This event, which has been running since 1993, offers people self-determination, courage and a feeling of freedom.
As *nordkurier.de* reports, the participants experienced moments of happiness as they drove across the Driving Center grounds in Groß Dölln in various vehicles, including 45 cars, three buses, two trucks and a motorcycle. Driving instructor Andreas Grabow was also on site in brilliant weather, accompanying his visually impaired student Stephan Heinke in a 220 hp Mercedes.
An event full of emotions
These special driving lessons are not only an exciting experience, but also a valuable opportunity to experience the challenges of road traffic up close. This event not only conveys driving fun, but also trains driving instructors who can gain insight into the needs of blind and visually impaired people. A 16-year-old blind man, Adrian Quint, explained that driving gives him a feeling of freedom.
For Michaela Beyer, 64 years old and taking part in driving training for the first time, this was a special opportunity as she was unable to complete her driving school training due to her poor eyesight. The event continues to attract participants looking for an exciting experience and a sense of empowerment. After all, many of them have already taken part several times.
Road safety training
To round off the event, Annika Senff and André Lorenz from DEKRA offered a rollover simulator, while an impact simulator from TÜV Rheinland showed what happens if you hit an obstacle at 15 km/h. These simulations are an important part of the program and help raise awareness of the dangers in traffic.
The organization on which the event is based not only offers participants free driving pleasure, but also aims to promote inclusion and togetherness. This initiative is supported by the voluntary commitment of the Berlin Driving Instructors Association, which ensures that the event runs smoothly. As *absv.de* emphasizes, the free transfer from Berlin to Groß Dölln and back is also organized.
Anyone interested had the opportunity to take a look at this unique event as guests or media representatives on site and to deal with the challenges and experiences of the participants. This event is an excellent example of how community initiatives can lead to greater understanding and acceptance in the everyday lives of people with disabilities.