South Sudan's Bright Stars started with two players in 2020. Now they're competing internationally with their sights set on the Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. @telegraph.co.uk tells their story. www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt... #BlindFootball #DisabilityInclusion

March news wrap is out! Here's what happened last month across our programmes: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/march-n... #DisabilityInclusion #EyeHealth #Strategy2030

Our latest News Wrap is here, spotlighting how we drive disability inclusion in humanitarian action, sports, and healthcare: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/februar... #DisabilityInclusion #WeCanWork #LeaveNoOneBehind #HumanitarianAction

A brilliant new article on @elpais.com highlights the urgent need to improve access to cataract surgeries across Africa, featuring insights from our Senior Expert on Eye Health, Dr Geoffrey Wabulembo. Read here (ES): elpais.com/planeta-futu... #EyeHealthForAll #GlobalHealth

Aunque las cataratas se pueden corregir con una cirugía que tarda apenas 15 minutos, tres de cada cuatro personas en África subsahariana que la necesitan no tienen acceso a ella

It's tomorrow! Join us to hear all about the InBusiness programme in Kenya, an inclusive self-employment support intervention for people with disabilities @light-for-the-world.org Tuesday 24 February at 1PM GMT | 4PM EAT | Online More info: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...

Our humanitarian action project IMPACT-BF in Burkina Faso has received a Zero Project Award 2026 for inclusive humanitarian action. #IMPACTBF #ZeroCon2026 #ZeroProjectAwards 🔽 (1/3)

We are delighted to host a panel discussion at the Zero Project Conference titled “Youth with Disabilities as Changemakers.” 📍 Join us: 🗓 Thursday, 19 February 🕓 16:00–17:00 CET 📌 Room M2, United Nations Office in Vienna

Join a webinar on the UK aid-funded Inclusive Futures In-Business programme in Kenya to explore evidence on what helps microentrepreneurs with disabilities develop and grow their businesses. 📆 Tuesday 24 February, 1PM GMT | Online More details: www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...

The January news wrap is out! Here's what happened last month across our programmes: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/january... #DisabilityInclusion #EyeHealth #LeaveNoOneBehind

4 things you need to know about trachoma and why investing in Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) matters. Learn more: shorturl.at/6bEJf #WorldNTDDay #BeatNTDs #UniteActEliminate @who.int @uniting.bsky.social

📢 Panel: Leaving no one behind in humanitarian action: disability inclusion in emergencies Policies demand inclusion, but people with disabilities are often left behind. How do we bridge this gap? #HumanitarianAction #DisabilityInclusion #ZeroBarriers #ZeroCon26

📢 Panel: Leaving no one behind in humanitarian action: disability inclusion in emergencies Policies demand inclusion, but people with disabilities are often left behind. How do we bridge this gap? #HumanitarianAction #DisabilityInclusion #ZeroBarriers #ZeroCon26

Many thanks to @bondngo.bsky.social for covering our new, #OpenSource, and screen-reader-accessible tool Survey for Inclusive Rapid Assessment (SIRA) and for sharing 5 lessons on how to close the disability #DataGap in emergencies. #AI #Accessibility #Inclusion #HumanitarianAction

New experts joined Light for the World in 2025, while existing colleagues shared insights at international events. 🌟 Read more about our team: https://shorturl.at/8WSQ3 #GoodNews #DisabilityRights #EyeHealth

Young Africans with disabilities showcased their unique storytelling skills for the first-of-its-kind We Can Work Narrative Competition. 📚 Read more about the competition: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/news/14-good-news-stories-in-2025/ #Storytelling #DisabilityRights #GoodNews

We continued to deliver accessible eye health services for children and adults, including those at risk of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). 💊 Read more about our work: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/news/14-good-news-stories-in-2025/ #EyeHealth #NTDs #GoodNews

We collaborated with partners to ensure every child claimed their right to education in 2025. 🎓 Read more about our efforts: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/news/14-good-news-stories-in-2025/ #Education #DisabilityRights #GoodNews

We’re transforming humanitarian action for refugees with disabilities in South Sudan and for internally displaced people and vulnerable communities in Burkina Faso 🌍 Read more about our work: https://shorturl.at/8WSQ3 #WorldRefugeeDay #DisabilityRights #GoodNews

Our #CommitToInclusion campaign showcased the tips, insights and lived experiences on how to put inclusion into practice from three Disability Inclusion Facilitators from Uganda. 🌟 Read more about their stories: https://shorturl.at/8WSQ3#CommitToInclusion#CommitToInclusion#CommitToInclusion #DisabilityRights #GoodNews

We launched our international newsletter to amplify stories from the people we work with. 📰 Subscribe now: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/newsletter/ #GoodNews #DisabilityRights #EyeHealth

Kenyan micro-entrepreneurs with disabilities offered six practical tips on how to turn an idea into a thriving business. 💼 Read more about their advice: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/news/14-good-news-stories-in-2025/ #Entrepreneurship #DisabilityRights #GoodNews

We advocated for disability rights alongside more than 4,700 experts and activists at the Global Disability Summit​. 🌍 Read more about our commitments: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/news/14-good-news-stories-in-2025/ #GlobalDisabilitySummit #DisabilityRights #GoodNews #GDS2025

Our programmes featured in international media, including The New York Times​, AFP​ and Reuters​, bringing crucial attention to disability rights and eye health. 📢 Read more about our media coverage: https://shorturl.at/8WSQ3 #GoodNews #DisabilityRights #EyeHealth

In 2025, we strengthened existing partnerships and started new collaborations to spark positive disability rights and eye health impact. 🤝 Read more about our partnerships: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/news/14-good-news-stories-in-2025/ #Partnerships #DisabilityRights #EyeHealth #GoodNews

Introducing the Survey for Inclusive Rapid Assessment (SIRA) tool – a groundbreaking solution for inclusive emergency data collection. 📊 Read more about how this tool is closing the disability data gap: https://shorturl.at/8WSQ3 #DisabilityData #GoodNews #HumanitarianAction

Meet the pioneering paediatric ophthalmologists making a difference in child eye health across Africa. 👓 Read more about their impactful work: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/news/14-good-news-stories-in-2025/ #ChildEyeHealth #Ophthalmology #GoodNews

South Sudan's national blind football team makes history by winning the African Championship Division 2! 🏆 Read more about their amazing achievement: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/news/14-good-news-stories-in-2025/ #BlindFootball #InclusiveSports #GoodNews

Over 500 people regained sight in Ethiopia through our eye health campaign! 👁️ Read more: shorturl.at/XeCMt #EyeHealth #DisabilityInclusion

Our project, IMPACT-BF, has been recognised as a winning solution for #ZeroCall26! Implemented in Burkina Faso’s Centre-East region, IMPACT-BF is transforming humanitarian action for internally displaced people and vulnerable communities.

Over 500 people regained sight in Ethiopia through our eye health campaign! 👁️ Read more: shorturl.at/XeCMt #EyeHealth #DisabilityInclusion

Introducing the new leaders of Light for the World’s International Board!🎉 Their expertise in eye health and disability inclusion will drive impactful change. Learn more: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/new-lea... #EyeHealth #DisabilityInclusion #Leadership

Another myth. Debunked. We’re challenging false beliefs about the climate crisis. All four myths are explained in our latest article: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/four-my... #COP30 #ClimateAction

Myth: The climate crisis affects everyone in the same way. Fact: People with disabilities often face the greatest risks and the fewest resources. We’re tackling four myths like this one. Watch the video and read more: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/four-my... #COP30 #ClimateAction

The climate crisis is real. So are the myths that slow down progress. We’re sharing four short videos to challenge common misconceptions. Each one links to an article that explains the facts. www.light-for-the-world.org/news/four-my... #COP30 #ClimateAction @cop30brazil.bsky.social

South Sudan’s blind football team continues to impress with global recognition. @france24.com and other international media have spotlighted their recent achievements, helping raise awareness for #InclusiveSports. Read the full story: www.france24.com/en/live-news... @afp.com #UnitedBySport

October News Wrap now live. • In Kenya, #InclusiveFutures supported 1,700+ entrepreneurs with disabilities. • In Mozambique, together with Red Noses we used play to challenge stereotypes. • In Uganda, #WorldSightDay brought communities together for inclusive eye care. Read more: tinyurl.com/mr3kjkhd

South Sudan’s national Blind Football Team have won the African Championship Division 2, defeating hosts Uganda 3–0 in the final! ⚽ #BlindFootball #UnitedBySport #SouthSudan

Updates from the African Blind Football Championship in Uganda ⚽ We’re proud to support the South Sudan blind football team! #BlindFootball #UnitedBySport #SouthSudan

It’s here! The first edition of our international newsletter just dropped. Meet Doreck Ankunda, an actress and disability inclusion advocate from Uganda, and discover how she sparks change through film. Subscribe: www.light-for-the-world.org/newsletter/ #DisabilityRights #EyeHealth

Meet the people changing the world, one story at a time. Our new newsletter brings you powerful stories and expertise from across Africa. Subscribe now and be part of the change: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/newsletter/ #InclusionMatters #EyeHealth #DisabilityRights

As leaders prepare for the next AU-EU summit, we are calling for inclusive, quality education 📢 @ec.europa.eu​ @myedf.bsky.social​ ➡️ https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/education-at-the-heart-of-the-au-eu-partnership/

Something exciting is coming to your inbox. Real stories. Real change. Real people. Stay tuned. We’re launching something special on October 22. #DisabilityInclusion #EyeHealth #LightForTheWorld

You can now rewatch our @worldhealthsummit.bsky.social opening session on closing the #disabilityInclusion gap in health: www.worldhealthsummit.org/sessions/00e... @light-for-the-world.org

Why has @light-for-the-world.org joined @who.int‘s Disability Health Equity Initiative - and why do #disability services have to take place at primary care level and in communities? A few remarks from @worldhealthsummit.bsky.social. #WHS2025

On #WorldSightDay, we celebrate the “1, 2, 3... I Can See!” programme and four pioneering paediatric ophthalmologists in Africa. Their work is changing lives: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/celebra... #LoveYourEyes #EyeHealth #ChildEyeHealth

Dr Rebecca Lusobya is transforming child eye health in Uganda. Her work through the “1, 2, 3... I Can See!” programme is making a lasting impact: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/dr-rebe... #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes #EyeHealth #ChildEyeHealth

Dr Claudette Yaméogo is a champion for child eye health in Burkina Faso. Her work through the “1, 2, 3... I Can See!” programme is changing lives: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/dr-clau... #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes #EyeHealth #ChildEyeHealth

Dr Isaac Vasco da Gama is transforming child eye health in Mozambique. As #WorldSightDay nears, we celebrate his work and the success of the “1, 2, 3... I Can See!” programme: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/mozambi... #LoveYourEyes #EyeHealth #ChildEyeHealth

Young leaders in Kenya are stepping up for disability inclusion. In Mozambique, cataract surgeries are restoring sight. Parents in Burkina Faso are gaining skills to support their children. And in Ethiopia, eye health progress is being recognised. Read more: shorturl.at/h80dR #DisabilityInclusion