Although Nigeria has one of the largest economies in Africa, high levels of poverty and lack of basic healthcare affect millions of people.
Together, with our partners, we are working to provide inclusive eye health services, and make sight-saving care accessible to those who otherwise would not be able to afford it.
We have been working with partners in Nigeria since 1968, preventing blindness, supporting disability inclusion, and improving health care, including for people affected by Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) and obstetric fistula.
Whether providing cataract surgeries, supporting local healthcare systems, or advocating for disability rights, we work with our local partners to take a holistic approach to building inclusive communities where everyone can thrive.
“I can now see very well with my two eyes, when I get back to school I will no longer sit close to the chalkboard. I want to study hard and join the army when I grow up.”
In recent years, Kenya has experienced its worst drought in decades. We work with local partners to provide vital emergency aid and support community mental health work.
Madagascar is experiencing its worst drought in four decades. We work with local partners to provide disability inclusive emergency aid, education for children with disabilities and eyecare.
Two million people in Zimbabwe live with vision loss. We work with local partners to prevent blindness, improve health, and help children with disabilities to go to school.
