LIGHT FOR THE WORLD

Light for the World is an international organization that advocates for the rights of people with disabilities and the improvement of eye care. With the goal of creating an inclusive society, the organization works to improve health systems, enable education for all, and amplify the voices of people with disabilities in the workplace and beyond. By overcoming unjust barriers, the potential of all people is unleashed.

Light for the World focuses on two main areas: eye care and the inclusion of people with disabilities. In the field of eye care, the organization provides life-saving treatments and combats neglected tropical diseases that can lead to visual impairments. In the area of inclusion, Light for the World advocates for education, economic empowerment, and the rights of people with disabilities. The organization is also involved in humanitarian actions to ensure that people with disabilities are protected in crisis situations.

The mission of Light for the World is to bring about lasting change in the areas of disability rights and eye care. The organization believes that an inclusive society benefits everyone. It works closely with partners to dismantle barriers and improve access to health, education, and employment. Light for the World advocates for equality and the protection of people with disabilities and promotes inclusive education that grants every child the right to quality education.

Light for the World is strongly committed to sustainable partnerships and the promotion of eye care in regions with high need. The organization collaborates with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) to raise awareness of the importance of accessible and affordable eye care. Additionally, Light for the World advocates for the inclusion of people with disabilities in climate protection initiatives and promotes mental health and well-being in all its projects.

Current initiatives by Light for the World include training teachers in South Sudan in sign language and Braille to promote inclusive education. The organization has also published a new paper on protection, mental health, and psychosocial disability, outlining important steps for international development and humanitarian organizations to protect the mental health of their project participants and staff.

Light for the World is active in several countries, including Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and Uganda. In 2023, the organization reached over 1.19 million people with essential support services in the areas of eye care and inclusion and conducted over 750,000 eye examinations with partners.

With a clear focus on inclusion and sustainability, Light for the World is committed to creating a fairer and more inclusive world where every person has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

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