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CBM UK Programme Manager Emma Symonds visited our Actions for Change project in Bangladesh and saw the great work by our Organisation of People with Disabilities (OPD) partner, National Grassroots Disability Organisation (NGDO), to build resilience for people with disabilities affected by disasters and climate change.

Fundraising for CBM UK is a powerful way to support life-changing work – and it's easier than you think. Whether you're fundraising solo, with friends, or at work, here are 10 fun and effective ideas to get you started.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to leave a gift in your Will, what it means for your chosen charity, and how your legacy can help transform lives.

Burundi has officially eliminated trachoma as a public health problem – a major milestone in the global fight against preventable blindness.

In May, I was fortunate to be able to visit our ongoing project, supporting quality integrated inclusive education and eye health in Masvingo Province of Zimbabwe, funded by CBM UK.

As the climate crisis deepens and aid cuts begin to bite, what role does debt relief have to play in promoting inclusion and justice for the 1.3 billion people across the world with disabilities?

CBM UK is proud to announce that our Chief Executive, Kirsty Smith, has been awarded an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours for her outstanding services to people living with disabilities overseas.

CBM UK hosted an impactful event called ‘A World in Focus’ at Downing College, Cambridge, on 5th June. Sponsored by Ciconi Ltd, the evening offered a special opportunity for guests to connect, reflect, and be inspired by real stories of transformation from our global eye care programmes.

Yesterday (13th May), the Minister for International Development acknowledged to the International Development Committee that the recently announced cuts to UK Aid will have significant consequences. We are extremely concerned that millions living in extreme poverty will be hit harder and inequalities exacerbated.

As we look back on the Global Disability Summit 2025, we reflect on the summit’s achievements, our new commitments, and the need to defend disability rights in an uncertain world.

We are excited to announce the launch of our new project: Financial Autonomy of persons with Disabilities through Agriculture (FAIDA) – a four-year initiative aimed at enhancing financial inclusion for people with disabilities in Chitwan District, Nepal.

Join us this Holy Week as we reflect on Jesus' entry to Jerusalem, death, and resurrection. For each day in Holy Week, we have written a short prayer for reflection.