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Access to eye care changes lives. Aarav’s sight saving journey at an Orbis-supported Vision Centre in rural India shows the critical role of sustainable eye care. This Diwali, join us in supporting brighter futures and learn how you can help light the way for children at risk of sight loss. Read Aarav’s story here. https://bit.ly/3Uuw5SG #HappyDiwali #FestivalofLights #GiftOfLight #Diwali

✨ Do you know the Black eye care pioneers who transformed the way we see the world? ✨ For Black History Month 2024, we’re celebrating the contributions of Black innovators who broke barriers in eye care, advancing science and increasing access for underserved communities. Their legacy can help inspire us all as we work to bring quality eye care to those who need it most. Join us in honouring their achievements and help us build a future where everyone has the access to eye care they need to thrive 👓🌍 #BlackHistoryMonth #EyeCareForAll #TrailblazersInSight

Do you know how poor vision is linked to poverty? Vision impairment limits education and employment opportunities, trapping individuals in cycles of poverty. Learn how simple solutions like a pair of glasses can change the lives of girls like Tamanna. Read our latest blog to find out how we are creating a future where everyone has access to the eye care they need to thrive: https://bit.ly/4eUm0Xx #WorldSightDay #OrbisUK #EyeHealth #EconomicGrowth #VisionCare #EndPoverty

Faruk’s journey is one of hope, resilience, and the life-changing impact of eye care. From struggling with strabismus to confidently starting school, Faruk’s story is a powerful reminder of the difference we can make by providing access to quality eye care. Read how his life was transformed—and see his beautiful smile ➡️ https://bit.ly/3BN2ai6 #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes

🌍👁️ Thank you to our partners who supported us this World Sight Day 2024 👁️🌍 This #WorldSightDay, we’re incredibly grateful to our partners for joining with us to help give every child the chance to love their eyes. Today millions of children around the world still lack access to basic eye care. Yet something as simple as a pair of glasses can transform their future, boosting confidence and educational outcomes, and help them realise their dreams 🎓✨ Thank you to our partners: 🙌 Hoya Vision Care 🙌 Corza Medical UK 🙌 Babiators UK 🙌 Bausch + Lomb Together we can help everybody access the eye care they need to thrive 🧸👓💙 #WorldSightDay #WorldSightDay24 #LoveYourEyes

🌟 At just six years old Dylan, shares his #MyEyeStory. Born two months premature, Dylan has overcome challenges from the moment he was born. Dylan knows the importance of great eye care, and he’s determined to ensure that every child has the chance to see a brighter future 💖 “I know there are other children who still need eye care so they can see better and have a brighter future.” Dylan We want to hear your eye story. How has your access to eye care shaped your life? Share your story and help us raise awareness about eye health around the world. #MyEyeStory Lean more about how Orbis is fighting avoidable blindness: https://lnkd.in/e4HgEXVB #WorldSightDay #EyeCareForAll #LoveYourEyes

This #WorldSightDay 2024, Orbis UK is proud to share a story that highlights the power of investing in local eye care professionals. Sarnai, a young girl from Mongolia, faced a fight for her sight with the risk of permanent vision loss. But with the help of her dedicated doctor and the training she received through Orbis, her sight was restored 👁️💙 The training and access to Orbis volunteer experts helped save Sarnai’s sight. But the impact doesn’t stop there – because training eye care professionals like Dr. Battsetseg creates a ripple effect within her community which will benefit generations to come. Discover the full story and find out how you can be part of this transformative mission to end avoidable blindness for all. Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4h2dWoQ #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes #RippleEffect

“I chose the black ones as I liked them the most. It was perfect!” This World Sight Day, we’re spotlighting Sanskruti, a young student in India whose vision was deteriorating due to refractive error. A simple school eye screening changed her life, leading to a pair of glasses that gave her more than just clear vision—they unlocked her confidence and ambition. With newfound clarity, Sanskruti is now determined to pursue her dream of becoming a Police Service officer. At Orbis, we’re proud to support children like Sanskruti in their journey to a clearer, brighter future. Read more about her inspiring story and how you can help us make eye care accessible to all this World Sight Day ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YirIvh #WorldSightDay #OrbisUK #EyeCareForAll #LoveYourEyes

This World Sight Day 2024, join Orbis UK in celebrating glasses-wearing heroes! Our latest video features iconic characters who proudly wear their glasses to see the change they want to make for a brighter future. Wearing glasses and eye care have sometimes been stigmatised in school and social settings. But by celebrating how glasses form a central part of the identity of these heroes, we can encourage children to feel confident in their eye care. While we celebrate these characters, we also want to highlight how millions of children today still don’t have access to the basic eye care they need. Whether giving a pair of glasses or a treatment for a blinding eye condition, our vision is a world where every child, and adult, has the access to the eye care they need to thrive. 👉 Learn more about how you can get involved and help make eye care accessible for everybody, everywhere: https://lnkd.in/e4HgEXVB #WorldSightDay #OrbisUK #EyeCareForAll #LoveYourEyes #teachers

🌍✨ "My eyeglasses made a huge difference in my life—both professionally and personally." – Dr. Alemayehu Sisay, Orbis Ethiopia's Country Director, shares his powerful eye story. 👓❤️ Dr. Sisay's experience highlights how vital eye care is, especially for the millions of people who lack access in places like Ethiopia and around the world. This World Sight Day, we invite you to share your eye story and raise awareness about the importance of sight. 📢 Join us in celebrating this #WorldSightDay by sharing your own #MyEyeStory and helping others understand the transformative power of restored vision. 🔗 Learn more and support our work: https://lnkd.in/e4HgEXVB #WorldSightDay #OrbisUK #EyeCareForAll #LoveYourEyes