Goal of the event:
It was aimed to understand and experience their living conditions of visually impaired people who live in Istanbul. and It was designed to give people a new perspective of life.
Short description of the event:
Dialogue in the Dark is an exhibition designed to make people understand visually impaired people's challenges in daily life. This exhibition is placed in various countries and cities since 1988. This one that we visited was designed according to the natural and man-made environment of Istanbul. when we were in the dark, we followed the walls by touching and we tried to find a bicycle. Besides, we tried to find a seat in the boats and metros which are designed by this organization. Each session 10 people can experience that and it takes 1 hour. Therefore, the guide who is blind person can help us when we try to act.
How did your event go?:
It was a nice experience. Everyone who joined the event really enjoyed it.