Hear the World

Hear the World We support children in low- and middle-income countries who require access to audiological care. Join our mission!

Founded in 2006 by Sonova Group, the Hear the World Foundation supports aid projects benefiting children with hearing loss from
low- to middle-income countries, enabling them to develop to their fullest potential. The non-profit Swiss foundation provides funding, hearing aid technology and on-site expertise with a view to training up local staff. More than 100 high-profile personalities, such as B

ryan Adams, Bruce Springsteen, Cindy Crawford, Annie Lennox, and Sting, have supported Hear the World as ambassadors for conscious hearing.

Mariana Maggio, Hear the World volunteer and Senior Specialist in Auditory Rehabilitation and Pediatrics at Sonova Spain...
14/08/2025

Mariana Maggio, Hear the World volunteer and Senior Specialist in Auditory Rehabilitation and Pediatrics at Sonova Spain, visited our project partners in Oaxaca Mexico, Centro Audicion Coral Oaxaca (CORAL), and delivered in-depth training on Visual Reinforcement Audiometry and Conditioned Play Audiometry.

The training brought together four audioprotesists and two speech-language pathologists from the CORAL team in an interactive, hands-on learning environment focused on both theory and practical application. Mariana also introduced tools for assessing functional hearing capacity and shared valuable bibliographic materials to support ongoing professional growth.

This impactful visit is another example of how knowledge sharing and global partnerships can improve access to quality hearing care for children.

We recently facilitated a dynamic exchange between our partners, Jordan University of Science and Technology JUST and Oí...
07/08/2025

We recently facilitated a dynamic exchange between our partners, Jordan University of Science and Technology JUST and Oír Para Crecer from Peru, which focused on implementing and scaling school hearing screening programs.

Both teams shared their experiences, common challenges, and offered practical recommendations, all with the shared goal of expanding access to hearing care for children in their respective countries.

Their efforts are helping to drive national level conversations where school-based hearing screening is not yet widely available. The country contexts in Jordan and Peru are vastly different, and successful implementation requires tailored frameworks, strong local leadership, and the ability to identify key allies and stakeholders who can champion change.

A special thank you to our advisory board members who joined the exchange to offer thoughtful guidance on this topic!

In India, our project partner Society to Aid the Hearing Impaired (SAHI) is working to raise awareness about hearing los...
31/07/2025

In India, our project partner Society to Aid the Hearing Impaired (SAHI) is working to raise awareness about hearing loss through its youth engagement program, SAHI Youth Wing.

Pragya, a high school student and passionate volunteer of SAHI felt inspired to make a difference and launched Henna for Hope. Setting up a small stall in her community, Pragya created beautiful mehndi (henna) designs to fundraise for children with hearing loss in her community.

“It felt great to use a skill I enjoy to support a good cause,” says Pragya. “It was tiring but worth it! Seeing people happy with their henna and knowing it was helping children made it a rewarding and memorable experience.”

Through SAHI Youth Wing, young people like Pragya gain hands-on experience in advocacy, community outreach, and fundraising all while helping spread awareness of hearing health beyond clinical settings.

In 2019, the Global Foundation for Children with Hearing Loss (GFCHL) collaborated with Hear the World Foundation to don...
24/07/2025

In 2019, the Global Foundation for Children with Hearing Loss (GFCHL) collaborated with Hear the World Foundation to donate cochlear implants and habilitation support to 10 young children in Vietnam.

Lam was received his cochlear implant (CI), donated by Hear the World, through this program when he was just 3 years old. Over the next several years, his family worked closely with therapists who were trained by the GFCHL in auditory-verbal therapy. Together, they helped Lam use his CI to develop listening and spoken language skills.

Lam is now 9 years old! He has outstanding speech and vocabulary and is among the top students in his mainstream fourth grade class.

📣 We’re excited to announce two new project partners and the renewal of three impactful partnerships, advancing access t...
10/07/2025

📣 We’re excited to announce two new project partners and the renewal of three impactful partnerships, advancing access to hearing care for children around the world.

New:
Laboratory of Technological Innovation in Health (Brazil) - LAIS (HUOL)
Christian Blind Mission (Zambia)

Renewed support:
FUSNINPE (El Salvador) - Fundación Su Niño No Puede Esperar - Fusninpe
ABA (Brazil) - Academia Brasileira de Audiologia - ABA
WizEar (Zimbabwe) - WizEar Trust

With 14 projects across 12 countries, we're amplifying impact in APAC, Africa, the Middle East, and LATAM.

🔗 Read the full story on our website: https://www.hear-the-world.com/hear-the-world-is-expanding-its-projects/

01/07/2025

Early intervention for children is critical for their language development, social skills and long-term success.

Our project partner, FUSNINPE (Fundación Su Niño No Puede Esperar) in El Salvador, is tackling this challenge by identifying hearing loss early and supporting families through every step of the journey.

Their comprehensive approach includes newborn hearing screening, accurate diagnostic assessments, family-centered education, and wide-reaching awareness campaigns.

Learn more about FUSNINPE in our 🌟Partner Spotlight, https://www.hear-the-world.com/championing-early-intervention-in-el-salvador/

This summer, Tom Wilson is cycling over 4,300 miles across the USA, from Yorktown, Virginia to the Golden Gate Bridge in...
21/05/2025

This summer, Tom Wilson is cycling over 4,300 miles across the USA, from Yorktown, Virginia to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, all in support of the Hear the World Foundation.

As someone who personally benefits from hearing technology, Tom understands the profound impact that access to audiological care can have. He’s riding to help ensure that children in low- and middle-income countries receive the hearing care they need to thrive and reach their full potential.

Let’s cheer Tom on and support his journey!

👉 Donate here! https://www.givengain.com/project/tom-raising-funds-for-hear-the-world-foundation-99183
📲 Follow Tom’s ride on Instagram

15/05/2025

We’re proud to share the Hear the World Foundation Activity Report 2024–2025!

This report offers a deep dive into the impact we’ve made over the past year, from life-changing hearing healthcare projects to powerful partnerships and meaningful community engagement.

Through our CHF 10.2 million donation and the work of our 14 project partners across low- and middle-income countries, together, we have achieved incredible impact:

▪️ 5,168 hearing aids were fitted on newborns and children
▪️ 110,046 were screened for hearing loss
▪️ 4,978 individuals received training

These achievements were only possible thanks to the collective effort of our partners, donors, global supporters, and Sonova employee volunteers who contribute their time, skills, and passion to our mission.

👉 Read the full report here, https://www.hear-the-world.com/activity-report/activity-report-24-25/

We’re proud to continue our partnership with the Stanford Ear Institute’s Baker Institute for Children with Hearing Loss...
17/04/2025

We’re proud to continue our partnership with the Stanford Ear Institute’s Baker Institute for Children with Hearing Loss for a second year.

Together, through the Listen to Me!™ international workshop series, we’re equipping our project partners from Kenya, Bhutan, Jordan, and India with advanced auditory-verbal intervention skills.

Since January, participants have been expanding their expertise in:
- Parent coaching and family empowerment
- Listening and spoken language strategies
- Auditory skill development
- Tele-intervention techniques
- Best practices for supporting children with hearing loss

By strengthening local capacity, we’re helping more children with hearing loss learn to listen and speak — unlocking opportunities for lifelong connection and communication.

Since 2020, Hear the World Foundation has partnered with the Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) to impro...
15/04/2025

Since 2020, Hear the World Foundation has partnered with the Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) to improve access to hearing healthcare for children in Jordan.

Now in its second year of providing cochlear implants, the team at JUST, led by Dr. Safa Alqudah, has built solid experience managing these complex cases.

Ahmad and Haleema recently received implants and have started Auditory Verbal Therapy (AVT). Their families shared how exciting it’s been to see them respond to sounds and begin vocalizing for the first time.

The growing experience and commitment of our partners are what make these life-changing moments possible.

Dr. Lisbeth Strang, an audiologist from Sonova Audiological Care in Austria, recently traveled to Amman to support our p...
03/04/2025

Dr. Lisbeth Strang, an audiologist from Sonova Audiological Care in Austria, recently traveled to Amman to support our project partner, Jordan University Hospital (JUH). She spent a week training 25 local audiologists and educating an audience of 60 medical professionals on pediatric hearing loss.

One of the most unforgettable moments? Seeing the immediate impact of her work when a head pediatrician decided to add cytomegalovirus testing to their newborn hearing screenings after her teaching.

Volunteers like Dr. Strang help strengthen hearing healthcare systems worldwide, ensuring children receive the care they need. Read the full story of her volunteer experience here, https://www.hear-the-world.com/hear-the-world-volunteers-impact-in-jordan/

Meet Beatriz Novaes! A dedicated audiologist, professor, and advocate who has spent decades ensuring children with hear...
27/03/2025

Meet Beatriz Novaes! A dedicated audiologist, professor, and advocate who has spent decades ensuring children with hearing loss get the care they need. From shaping audiology in Brazil to supporting global projects as a 10-year Advisory Board member of Hear the World Foundation, her impact is truly inspiring.

Read more about Beatriz's exciting journey, contributions to audiology and extensive support for Hear the World Foundation, https://www.hear-the-world.com/beatriz-novaes-mission-to-empower-children-with-hearing-loss/.

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Founded in 2006 by Sonova Group, the Hear the World Foundation supports aid projects benefiting people in need with hearing loss worldwide. The foundation focuses particularly on projects for children with hearing loss, enabling them to develop to their fullest potential. The non-profit Swiss foundation provides funding, hearing aid technology and on-site expertise with a view to training up local staff. More than 100 high-profile personalities, such as Bryan Adams, Bruce Springsteen, Cindy Crawford, Annie Lennox, and Sting, have supported Hear the World as ambassadors for conscious hearing.