2 Billion People Lack Access to Glasses: Philanthropists Push for Change
More than two billion people worldwide grapple with uncorrected poor vision, with half lacking access to corrective glasses. This global challenge, a barrier to education and economic growth, has received increased attention from international organizations and philanthropists alike. The author, a prominent figure in this field, has championed a 'moonshot' mindset in tackling this issue.
The World Health Organization (WHO) and partners like the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) have spearheaded initiatives such as VISION 2020: The Right to Sight and the IAPB World Report on Vision. These efforts aim to reduce the burden of refractive errors, which affect over two billion people. The author's philanthropic journey began in Rwanda, founding 'Vision for a Nation' in 2011 to provide national-scale eye care.
In 2016, the author launched the 'Clearly' campaign, raising global awareness and mobilizing resources for vision correction. This advocacy aligns with the United Nations' 2021 resolution recognizing eye care as integral to achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Philanthropists, unhindered by election cycles or bureaucracy, can invest in unproven ideas with transformational potential, as the author advocates.
With more than two billion people affected, poor vision remains a significant global challenge. However, increased coordination and awareness, led by international organizations and philanthropists, offer hope for reducing this burden. The author's 'moonshot' mindset and initiatives like 'Vision for a Nation' and 'Clearly' campaign demonstrate the potential for transformative change in this critical area.
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