In support of people with disabilities

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Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing flagging off the SPD Ability Walk & Run 2019 yesterday at the Asian Civilisations Museum, with more than 1,000 people taking part in the annual event, now in its fourth year. SPD is a charity for adults, youth and children with disabilities. This year's event featured a 3km walk and a new 5km running segment. There was also a dark room experience and an enhanced wheelchair obstacle course designed to simulate and raise awareness of the challenges faced daily by people with special needs.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on September 02, 2019, with the headline In support of people with disabilities. Subscribe