Localization in international development: A global team with local impact

The pandemic has forced organizations in nearly all sectors to shift their approach to work. This is particularly apparent in the international development sector, which in the past, has relied heavily on staff travelling from high-income countries to implement and monitor programs in low- or middle-income countries. With travel restrictions in place for the foreseeable… Continue reading Localization in international development: A global team with local impact

Eyeglasses do more than restore sight –they help ensure a bright future

Seventeen-year-old Raveena lives in Manakhedi, India. Like many teenagers, she enjoys watching TV, reading and spending time with her friends. About a year ago, Raveena started experiencing terrible headaches and her vision began to blur. It slowly got to the point where she was unable to read or help her family do chores. No one knew what was causing Raveena’s headaches… Continue reading Eyeglasses do more than restore sight –they help ensure a bright future

Eye Health is a Critical Component of Universal Health Coverage

Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is about ensuring people have access to the health care services they need, when they need them, without suffering financial hardship. UHC includes the full spectrum of health services from health promotion, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation. This also means having a qualified workforce of trained and motivated health workers. When countries… Continue reading Eye Health is a Critical Component of Universal Health Coverage