With more than 39 million people suffering from blindness worldwide and 80 per cent preventable or treatable, Vancouver-based international development organization Seva Canada is recognized for making a major difference around the globe. Seva has restored sight to 4 million people over the past 32 years and is now being internationally recognized for those efforts with the Antonio Champalimaud Vision Award
A Daughter’s Hope For Her Mother
Maguaye Abate from Adet Ethiopia hadn’t seen clearly in over 7 years! First she lost the sight in her left eye and then 3 years later she lost the vision in her right eye. As her vision deteriorated, Maguaye lost her independence. Living on her own was far too risky. She could fall while trying […]