However you choose to say it, #LoveYourEyes. ❤️ Join the millions of others from around the world who are celebrating #WorldSightDay. For more information visit https://brnw.ch/21wMiNH
International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB)
Non-profit Organizations
London, England 14,143 followers
International alliance working to eliminate avoidable vision loss and improve eye health. #LoveYourEyes ⎮ #2030InSight
About us
The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) is the coordinating membership organisation leading international efforts in blindness prevention activities IAPB’s mission is to eliminate the main causes of avoidable blindness and visual impairment by bringing together governments and non-governmental agencies to facilitate the planning, development and implementation of sustainable national eye care programmes. IAPB promotes VISION 2020: The Right to Sight, the joint initiative with the World Health Organization (WHO) for the elimination of avoidable blindness by the year 2020.
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http://www.iapb.org
External link for International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- London, England
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1975
- Specialties
- eye health, blindness prevention, disability, vision loss, and Membership
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Primary
IAPB, 6068/6071 Aldgate Tower 2, London
Leman Street
London, England E1 8FA, GB
Employees at International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB)
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Yuddha Dhoj Sapkota
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Jyotishree Nath
Head of Fundraising at International Agency for Prevention of Blindness (IAPB)
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Rizwana Hussaindeen
Academician/ Vision Science Researcher/ Pediatric Optometrist/Life Coach
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Elizabeth Kurian
Chief Executive Officer, Mission for Vision I Strategic and Technical Advisory Group - SPECS 2030, World Health Organisation
Updates
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Be a #LoveYourEyes Campaigner. We invite you to use our specially crafted campaign assets, from logos to Love Your Eyes Heart Glasses. Inspire your networks and get involved in Love Your Eyes Kids this World Sight Day. Download now: https://brnw.ch/21wMhJK #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay
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We would like to take the opportunity to thank the World Sight Day Global Partners. Their continued support helps ensure that #WorldSightDay and #LoveYourEyes reaches further. https://brnw.ch/21wMhFG
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Starting today, until #WorldSightDay on 10 October, we invite you to make your child's eye health a priority. ❤️ Pledge to #LoveYourEyes today! https://brnw.ch/21wMfLr #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes
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This World Sight Day, join us and millions of children globally in making the case loudly and repeatedly that eye health in young people is not an optional extra. It is vital to everything. Get involved today at https://brnw.ch/21wMeCL Already have World Sight Day plans, don't forget to share them with us! #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes
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Attention parents, teachers, caregivers and coaches! As millions of children, in the Northern Hemisphere, head back to school, keep an eye on their eye health! Learn the signs and symptoms that there might be a problem with our #WorldSightDay Resources. Available to download at https://brnw.ch/21wMcQQ #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes #BackToSchool #Education #ChildEyeHealth #Teachers #Learning
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World Sight Day is fast approaching on 10 October, and we’ve got BIG plans to share! This year’s campaign is an opportunity for everyone in the eye care sector and beyond to encourage everyone to priorities child eye health. We invite you to get involved by: ✍️ Pledge the sight test you will deliver to children between now and 10 October, #WorldSightDay. 🧑🎨 Get the creative kids visiting your business involved in the Glasses of the Future Competition. An opportunity for them to colour and invent the next generation of glasses. 🌍 Be part of our global challenge by teaming up with a school, youth or sports club and organise to have their vision checked. 🙂 Have fun with our children’s packs - filled with mazes, colouring pages, wordsearches and more. Download those today. 👁️ Get familiar with eye health and what to look out for in children by downloading our carers guide to child eye health. Visit https://brnw.ch/21wMbgx to get involved today! #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes #GlassesOfTheFuture
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International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) reposted this
Thank you Rory Cellan-Jones for a thought provoking chat and post on #myopia. It was a real pleasure to speak to you! International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB)
My latest post on my healthtech Substack is about an epidemic you’ve probably never heard about - of myopia. One stat - 97% of male 19 year old army recruits in South Korea were found to be short sighted. I explore why this is happening, why it matters and what can be done about it
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This World Sight Day is all about the kids - inspiring a new generation to prioritise their eye health. From reducing screen time to embracing outdoor activities, let’s help build the habits that protect young eyes now and long into the future. Join us this #WorldSightDay and inspire kids everywhere to love their eyes. Learn more at https://brnw.ch/21wM9rs #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes
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Did you know there are 6 signs that could indicate your child might have vision problems? Keep an eye out for: - Sore eyes - Squinting - Seeing double - A glow in the pupil - Watery eyes - Headaches These signs can be a red flag, and recognizing them early is crucial. Learn more and pledge to Love Your Child's eyes this World Sight Day at https://brnw.ch/21wM7VL #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes #ChildEyeHealth