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02/08/2025

JULY 2025 RECAP | GoodVision Malawi 👓

We’re proud to share the impact made this past month across communities and schools:

🔹 4,213+ free eye screenings conducted
🔹 11+ schools visited and screened
🔹 1,900+ glasses distributed
🔹 76+ community outreaches (eye camps) held

Each number reflects a person empowered with the gift of clear vision — and that’s what drives our mission forward.

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated team, partners, and supporters for making this possible. Together, we are transforming lives — one pair of eyes at a time.

29/07/2025

🌍💬 Let’s talk about vision.

What if all it took to change a child’s life was a simple pair of glasses?

At GoodVision Malawi, we’ve seen students go from struggling to read the board — to leading their classes. We’ve seen parents who couldn’t thread a needle finally able to work again. We’ve seen smiles, tears, and moments that remind us: sight is power.

🧑🏾‍🦱 “Before I got my glasses, I thought blurry vision was just normal. Now I can see clearly — it’s like I got my life back.”
– GoodVision Student, Lilongwe

This is what drives us.

Not just eye care. Dignity. Opportunity. Hope.

🦋 Do you know someone who needs glasses but can’t afford them? Tag them. Tell them. Bring them to one of our outreach events.

Let’s restore sight. Let’s restore futures.

18/07/2025

Reflections from Erlangen 🇩🇪

Last week, GoodVision Malawi had the honor of participating in the GoodVision Annual Meeting in Erlangen, Germany — a powerful gathering of passionate, impact-driven teams from across more than 15 countries.
While we collaborate virtually throughout the year, coming together in person was a rare and energizing experience — one that allowed us to deepen relationships, align on strategy, and share insights to drive even greater impact.
What stood out most was the energy.
Every session was charged with focus, collaboration, and a shared urgency to move from ideas to action. Fast. The commitment in every room was clear — and deeply inspiring.
This gathering was more than just a meeting. It was a powerful reminder of what makes GoodVision different: a global community united in solving a challenge that still affects over 950 million people worldwide who lack access to glasses or basic eye care.
We return to Malawi recharged, motivated, and more committed than ever to our mission. This is not just a project — it’s a movement. And we’re proud to be part of it. 🇲🇼✨

💡 Reflections from Erlangen

Last week, GoodVision USA had the privilege of joining our global colleagues at the GoodVision Annual Meeting in Erlangen - a powerful gathering of impact-driven teams from across 15 countries.

While we collaborate virtually throughout the year, this in-person time was a unique opportunity to strengthen relationships, align on strategy, and accelerate progress toward our shared mission.

What stood out most was the energy. Every session was filled with sharp insights, openness, and a shared determination to move from ideas to action. Fast. Everyone came prepared, engaged, and deeply committed.

Thanks to the dedication of every team, the results were nothing short of inspiring. This meeting wasn’t just a touchpoint - it was proof of what makes GoodVision different: a global community united in solving a problem that affects more than 950 million people worldwide who lack access to glasses or basic eye care.

We’re proud to be part of this movement and even more motivated to keep pushing forward. 👓🌍

16/07/2025

🎉 104 Kataraktoperationen in Mzuzu und Nkhata Bay erfolgreich durchgeführt

In Zusammenarbeit mit dem Mzuzu Central Hospital und dem Nkhata Bay District Hospital haben wir 104 Menschen ihre Sehkraft zurückgegeben. Diese Operationen sind lebensverändernd – sie bringen Hoffnung, Würde und neue Chancen.

🔍 Katarakte sind die häufigste Ursache für Erblindung in Malawi, können aber durch gezielte medizinische Versorgung behandelt werden. Unser Programm unterstützt die Krankenhäuser finanziell und logistisch, um mehr Betroffene zu erreichen – auch durch Augencamps in Schulen und Gemeinden.

🤝 Wir arbeiten mit Fachärzten vor Ort zusammen, die die Eingriffe durchführen. Seit zwei Jahren setzen wir das Kataraktprogramm in Malawi um: der letzte Einsatz fand vom 11. bis 19. Juni in Mzuzu und vom 23. bis 27. Juni in Nkhatabay statt.

☀️ Gemeinsam geben wir mehr Menschen das Augenlicht zurück!

Malawi - GoodVision Glasses

11/07/2025

Not Just Any Glasses – The Right Fit Makes the Difference 👓
Wearing the wrong size glasses is like wearing the wrong size shoes — uncomfortable and harmful in the long run.

👎 Glasses that don’t fit properly can:

Slide off or press too hard on your nose

Cause headaches or eye strain

Make your vision feel blurry, even with the right lenses

👍 At GoodVision Malawi, we don’t just give you glasses — we adjust and fit them to your face, so they feel comfortable, stay in place, and help you see clearly.

Let’s make every pair count.

08/07/2025

🔎 Restoring Vision, Restoring Lives: Ibrahim’s Story
When eyesight fades, everyday tasks become a struggle — reading, working, connecting with others. But one simple pair of reading glasses can bring that all back.

Ibrahim used to rely on bright light just to see clearly. Now, with GoodVision glasses, he no longer has to strain. His confidence is back, and so is his independence.

This is the power of better vision.
Every pair of glasses we provide helps someone regain control, dignity, and joy in their daily life.

04/07/2025

👓Introducing our latest VISIONSPRING styles — affordable, high-quality glasses made to change lives through better vision. See the difference. 👓

👁️ Why get your eyes checked?
Good vision is essential for learning, working, driving, and living a full life. Many eye problems have no early symptoms — regular eye tests can detect issues before they affect your sight. Clear vision means better focus, more confidence, and improved quality of life.

💸 Our glasses are just MWK12,000!
That’s quality vision care made accessible for everyone.

📍 Lilongwe: Area 14, Plot 62 – Call +265 89 957 9752
📍 Blantyre: Chiyonga House, Number 37 – Call +265 88 219 7916
📍 Mzuzu: Mzuzu Central Hospital, Eye Department – Call +265 995 06 15 41

Visit us for a free eye test and discover the perfect pair for you! 👓✨”

01/07/2025

📊 June Impact Recap – Restoring Sight Across Malawi

June marked another milestone month for GoodVision Malawi, filled with meaningful outreach and life-changing interventions across schools, communities, and hospitals.

Here’s what we accomplished:
👁️‍🗨️ 4000+ free eye screenings conducted
🏫 14 schools visited and screened
👓 2,354 glasses distributed to those in need
🏥 81 community eye camps conducted
🔬 104 cataract surgeries successfully completed in Mzuzu and Nkhata Bay

These surgeries were a major highlight—restoring vision to individuals who had been living with avoidable blindness for years. Cataracts remain the leading cause of blindness in Malawi, and through strong collaboration with Mzuzu Central Hospital, Nkhata Bay District Hospital, and the support of the Ministry of Health and Medical Council of Malawi, we are actively changing that.
💙 A huge thank you to our dedicated team and generous donors—your passion and support make this work possible. Every screening, every pair of glasses, and every restored smile started with your belief in our mission.

Together, we’re not just restoring sight—we’re restoring independence, dignity, and opportunity.

28/06/2025

🎉104 Cataract Surgeries Completed in Mzuzu & Nkhata Bay – Restoring Sight, Dignity & Opportunity

We’re proud to announce that 104 cataract surgeries have been successfully completed in partnership with Mzuzu Central Hospital and Nkhata Bay District Hospital—a life-changing achievement for individuals, families, and communities.

🔍 Cataracts remain the leading cause of blindness in Malawi, yet they are treatable with the right medical support and outreach. This milestone reflects the strength of coordinated public-NGO efforts and our shared vision to bring quality eye care to underserved areas.

💡 At GoodVision Malawi, we’re committed to locally aligned, sustainable interventions that meet national health standards and respond directly to community needs. These surgeries are more than procedures—they represent restored independence, hope, and opportunity.

🤝 With continued collaboration across sectors, we can bring sight to even more people across Malawi.

25/06/2025

👁️ Clear Vision Is Essential — Not Optional
Uncorrected refractive errors (like short- or long-sightedness) are the leading cause of visual impairment worldwide — yet the solution can be as simple as a pair of glasses.

At GoodVision Malawi, we’re bridging this gap by delivering affordable, durable eyeglasses and vital eye screenings to underserved communities across the country.

🛠️ A simple tool. A lasting impact.
Because when people can see clearly, they can learn, work, and live with dignity.

25/06/2025

Ever wonder how we reach the most remote communities with vision care?

Thanks to our generous donors, GoodVision is able to deploy mobile eye care vans — like this one in Malawi — bringing glasses, screenings, and hope to places far off the grid.

These vans are more than transportation — they’re bridges to opportunity, learning, and independence for thousands who would otherwise go unseen.

This is your impact in motion.

📍Learn more: goodvisionusa.org

20/06/2025

🎉 GoodVision Malawi Donates Cataract Equipment to Mzuzu Central Hospital & Supports a Cataract Program

This week, we proudly handed over vital eye surgical equipment to Mzuzu Central Hospital—a leading eye care provider in Northern Malawi. Our long-standing partnership with MCH allows us to tackle eye conditions together and promote preventative eye care.

🩺 The donation—valued at MWK 7.6 million (approx. $3,800)—included microsurgical blades, keratome and crescent knives, and other essential consumables. It was made in direct response to a request from the hospital and in line with our collaborative mission.
Special thanks to our trusted suppliers, Deepak (India), for helping us procure these high-quality surgical tools on time and within budget. Your reliability makes our work possible.

🔍 During the ceremony, hospital officials highlighted a powerful statistic: 48.2% of blindness in Malawi is caused by cataracts—a condition that is treatable but often goes unaddressed due to lack of resources and awareness. GoodVision Malawi is working to tackle this challenge through mobile clinics and an established referral system that reaches last-mile communities.

💡 Our goal is to help change that. This support equips the hospital to carry out more cataract surgeries—faster and more efficiently. We’re proud to share that 58 surgeries have already been successfully completed through this initiative.

🤝 As our National Project Manager, Frank Duwa, noted:

“As a fully registered health NGO under the Ministry of Health and Medical Council of Malawi, we are committed to ensuring our interventions are locally aligned, sustainable, and impactful.”

This is more than a donation—it’s a collaborative step toward restoring sight, dignity, and opportunity across Malawi. When NGOs listen, align, and act alongside public institutions, we unlock true, lasting impact.