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Global Health
Economic Development
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One of the world’s leading non-profits dedicated to preventing blindness, restoring sight and promoting equal opportunities for people with disabilities in developing countries.
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Where education meets hope: 6 nonprofits investing in the next generation

Every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and dream. Yet for too many, barriers like exhausting commutes to school, inaccessible classrooms, limited teacher support, and the struggle of feeling included make it difficult for young people to reach their potential. But there’s hope. Around the world, nonprofits are creating brighter futures by making education more accessible, building inclusive spaces, and equipping young people with the tools and confidence they need to thrive. This month, we’re shining a light on some of these incredible organizations and how you can join them in investing in the next generation. Food For The...
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  • Charity: Sightsavers
  • Country: Nigeria
  • Photo Credit: © Sightsavers/Kabantiok Solomon Kazahzachat

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  • Country: Mali
  • Photo Credit: © Sightsavers/Nicolas Raman©

  • Charity: Sightsavers
  • Country: Malawi
  • Photo Credit: Malumbo Simwaka

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SIGHTSAVERS: Benin and Mali become the latest countries to eliminate trachoma
Trachoma has been eliminated as a public health problem in Benin and Mali, as validated by the World Health Organization. They join a growing list of countries to have banished the disease, following Ghana in 2018, The Gambia in 2021 and Malawi in 2022. The milestone follows many years of hard work led by national governments in each country, with support from Sightsavers and other international partners. Sightsavers CEO Dr Caroline Harper said: “This is a momentous day. The elimination of trachoma in Benin and Mali is a huge achievement for the countries, and for all those people who have worked so hard to make this possible. I would also like to recognise those who generously funded the work in these countries. “Globally, while significant progress has been made, funding is urgently needed to ensure we can continue working to eliminate trachoma in other countries. This is essential to keep...
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