The annual awareness day, spearheaded by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, is a chance to focus the world’s attention on the importance of eye health, and to inspire people to take care of their eyes. And it’s more than just a day – we have a full week of festivities planned!

This year’s campaign will have a special focus on child eye health, complete with a new World Sight Day mascot, Artie. We can’t wait to share some Artie-themed, kid-friendly materials that you can enjoy with your children and grandkids. Stay tuned to our webpage: operationeyesight.com/worldsightday

You can look forward to pictures and stories about Avoidable Blindness-Free village declarations, parades, community eye screenings and more. We also plan to deliver new prescription eyeglasses to hundreds of schoolkids in Ghana that week – and we’ll be on site to capture the magic, so you can share in their excitement.

Follow us on social media for updates in real time or check your email inbox just after Thanksgiving for a round up of the events. Be sure to subscribe for our eNews so you don’t miss an update: operationeyesight.com/subscribe

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