World Braille Day is a celebration of Louis Braille and a reminder of the value of independence for those who are blind or visually-impaired. Louis Braille is the inventor of the reading and writing system used by millions of blind and partially sighted people all over the globe. Though not a public holiday in any country, World Braille Day grants a chance for teachers, charities and non-government organizations to raise awareness about issues facing the blind and the importance of continuing to produce works in Braille, providing the blind with access to the same reading and learning opportunities as the sighted.