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RestoringVision

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Global-Innovation

Global-Innovation Exchange

Project start date: 1/1/2003

RestoringVision

Global Village, KA, India

Providing the gift of sight to people living in the most remote and impoverished communities around the world.

Scaling

1-3 years

Last update: October 05, 2023

OverviewContributors

Challenge

Uncorrected vision impairment is one of the biggest global health crises impacting the lives of over 2.5 billion people. Over 500 million only need a pair of glasses to see clearly again but don't have access to or can't afford them.

Description

RestoringVision has developed the most efficient distribution network of high-quality glasses to people living in remote communities for less than $1.00 per pair. Through partnerships with the optical industry and over 1,400 service delivery partners, they have impacted over 15 million lives in 130 countries.

SDGs

Partnerships for the GoalsSustainable Cities and CommunitiesDecent Work and Economic GrowthGood Health and Well-being

Outcomes

Innovative distribution network developed; Strategic partnerships with optical leaders; 15 million lives impacted