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Dave Steele, "The Blind Poet," Partners with Raised Awareness for Groundbreaking Braille Fashion Collection

In a remarkable fusion of fashion, advocacy, and poetry, Dave Steele, renowned as The Blind Poet, has joined forces with the innovative clothing brand Raised Awareness to launch the "TBP X RA Braille Fashion Collection." This unique collaboration aims to champion inclusivity and support vital charitable work for the blind and visually impaired community.

Raised Awareness has perfected a specialist printing technique to create tactile braille on apparel, making fashion accessible and meaningful. The Braille Fashion Collection features stylish, high-quality hoodies and T-shirts, each piece adorned with messages in raised braille, allowing wearers to "speak" louder than words.

Dave Steele, diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa in 2014, has since used his poignant poetry to amplify the voices of those affected by blindness. Through his advocacy, Dave transforms personal challenges into opportunities for empowerment, embodying the message that "Disability isn't an excuse to do less but a reason to be more."

The ambition of the TBP X RA collection extends beyond the aesthetic, aiming to partner with blind charities to help raise awareness and much-needed funding to support their ongoing work. "This collaboration is more than fashion; it's a movement," stated Dave Steele. "Together with Raised Awareness and our charity partners, we are setting new standards in inclusivity and empowerment."

The Raised Awareness team echoes this sentiment, expressing gratitude for the community's support: "We are thrilled to work with Dave Steele and our charity partners. Thank you to everyone who supports our mission to make a difference."

The TBP X RA Braille Fashion Collection is now available for purchase. Each sale not only offers a statement piece but also contributes directly to charitable causes dedicated to the blind and visually impaired.

For more information and to shop the collection, visit: https://raisedawareness.co.uk/pages/the-blind-poet

About Dave Steele, The Blind Poet
Dave Steele, also known as The Blind Poet, is a celebrated figure in poetry and advocacy. Following his diagnosis with Retinitis Pigmentosa, Dave has dedicated his life to being a voice for the visually impaired, using his poetry to inspire and connect people around the world.

About Raised Awareness
Raised Awareness is committed to creating innovative and accessible fashion. With their unique braille clothing, they aim to raise awareness and support for the visually impaired, transforming fashion into a tool for social change.

Welcome

Gain insight and inspiration from The Blind Poet Dave Steele. A unique poetic perspective on life living with blindness/ disability. His creative vision will inspire, educate and show the beauty beyond blindness.

My Blind Secret - Dave Steele, The Blind Poet

"I have a secret from the world, that most of you don't know.
Won't hear it in the way I talk and eyes no clue will show.
If you listen to my story, something new to learn you'll find.
For though I'm looking straight at you, I'm legally blind.
It's not a simple yes or no, I'm more a shade of grey.
I rarely venture out alone, as things get in the way.
For what I see affects my days, in much more ways than one and this for some continues, until little left has gone.
But still this pains invisible, to those that pass us by.
Theres some afraid to hold a cane, because of questions why.
Accused of making up our claim and made to feel a fraud.
Feel drained of all my confidence, feel trapped behind this door.
Now hardest thing to come to terms, that makes my days feel long.
It holds us back, knowledge they lack, for all who've got it wrong.
To hear they're judge and jury, even though their facts aren't straight.
Feel misdirected fury, wish opinions now could wait.
To take the time to get to know, the visions that we share.
Come join me in this tunnel, hold my hand and show you care."
Dave Steele - The Blind Poet

Dave Steele - The Blind Poet

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