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More to beauty than meets the eye

Public ignorance of the blind has limited their rights to work in
various fields. Very few people understand that despite their
disability, blind people are just as smart and skilled as any
normal human being.

Jakarta Archdiocese' Lembaga Daya Dharma (LDD) Foundation has
established an institution called Biro Tunanetra Laetitia, which
helps the blind to live and interact with society.

Founded in 1992, Biro's activities weigh on empowering,
rehabilitation (mental, social, medical etc.), charity and
boosting confidence so the blind are ready to interact with
others.

Biro has attracted many members, not just Catholic, and hand
in hand, they follow all the activities together, except for
religious activities.

Many volunteers have also joined Biro, contributing their
time, energy and money to help the blind increase their
independence and welfare.