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Overcoming COVID-19’s challenges to prioritize children’s health
For families who live in places where nutritious foods — along with basic healthcare — are out of reach even
[Read more] about Overcoming COVID-19’s challenges to prioritize children’s health October 15, 2021
Cultivating a Coffee Culture in Bangladesh
Zing Pian Bawm now grows coffee to earn money for her family Nestled in Bangladesh’s hill tract region, the Bandarban
[Read more] about Cultivating a Coffee Culture in Bangladesh October 1, 2021
The courage to imagine a life unencumbered by the burden of trachoma
For most of his life, Ibrahim had a hard time imagining his future. Unknown to him, Ibrahim was experiencing severe
[Read more] about The courage to imagine a life unencumbered by the burden of trachoma September 27, 2021
Jorge Valdez Shares Strategies for Safe Back-to-School Vision Screenings
With vaccination rates up and COVID-19 cases down, many school districts are looking to fully return to the classroom after
[Read more] about Jorge Valdez Shares Strategies for Safe Back-to-School Vision Screenings August 20, 2021
Esther Njeri: Vitamin A Supplementation in Western Kenya
For years, Helen Keller has partnered with local caregivers in Kenya to provide vitamin A supplements to children. A superpower for children’s sight and health, Vitamin A is instrumental in developing clear vision and a healthy immune system. Among those working tirelessly to ensure children have access to good nutrition is Esther Njeri, a programs manager with Helen Keller.
[Read more] about Esther Njeri: Vitamin A Supplementation in Western Kenya August 4, 2021
New Potential for Malnourished Children in Northern Nigeria
Adama, one of almost 2000 Nigerian children screened in just two months, was found to be severely malnourished with complication. A new future came just in time, as she received critical, life-saving medical intervention at health centers partnering with Helen Keller.
[Read more] about New Potential for Malnourished Children in Northern Nigeria July 22, 2021
Growing nutritious food – and community – in northern Nigeria
In northern Nigerian communities, Helen Keller’s agricultural training programs have a dual outcome: not only do they increase awareness of critical nutrition practices, they also empower girls and women – who represent a majority of program participants.
[Read more] about Growing nutritious food – and community – in northern Nigeria July 9, 2021
Indra Kshetri: Delivering Critical Health Interventions for Children in Nepal
36% of all Nepalese children suffer from chronic malnutrition, with a staggering 1 in 10 experiencing it severely. Indra Kshetri and Helen Keller’s Nepal team are committed to improving the lives of the vulnerable by combating the causes and consequences of poor health and malnutrition.
[Read more] about Indra Kshetri: Delivering Critical Health Interventions for Children in Nepal July 1, 2021
Almond Miller: Saving Sight during the Pandemic in Fort Worth, Texas
Almond Miller, regional manager for Helen Keller Intl’s US Vision Program relocated with her family to Fort Worth during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic to build out the state’s vision screening infrastructure.
[Read more] about Almond Miller: Saving Sight during the Pandemic in Fort Worth, Texas June 23, 2021
Looking Bravely: The power of a simple pair of eyeglasses
Kindal Adams of our New Jersey vision program shares how the COVID-19 pandemic has opened up new opportunities to reach communities in need.
[Read more] about Looking Bravely: The power of a simple pair of eyeglasses April 8, 2021
