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Our Goal & Mission

About Us

Sparking lasting change on eye health and disability rights

At Light for the World, we believe in a world where people with eye conditions and disabilities can fully exercise their rights to health, education, work, and protection in emergencies.

Our commitment

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We save eyesight

90% of vision loss can be prevented or treated

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Augenoperation (c) Manuel Ferrigato
How we work

Find out about our partner-centred approach and theory of change.

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We fight for inclusion

Breaking down barriers so everyone can thrive.

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