By Olivia Mbithe | Marketing and Communication Associate
In celebration of World Sight Day, DeckerMed Africa Trust partnered with the University of
Nairobi Eye Centre to bring essential eye care services closer to the community. We were also
joined by volunteers from the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation and the Rotary Club of
Lavington, guided by the theme #LoveYourEyes, the one-day Neglected Ophthalmic Diseases
Camp championed the importance of eye health, early detection, and access to quality eye care,
helping more people take steps toward protecting their sight and improving their quality of life.
Camp Objectives
· Provide free eye screening and facilitate early detection of eye diseases.
· Raise community awareness of preventable and treatable eye conditions.
· Dispense corrective eyewear free to individuals with vision impairment.
· Refer patients requiring advanced interventions for specialized care.
Outcomes
Number of Patients 156 (M 83: F 73)
0 -18 yrs 5
≥ 18yrs 151
Ophthalmic Conditions
Ophthalmitis 16
Glaucoma 13
Dry eye 23
Total 52
Vision Disorders
Myopia 9
Photophobia 3
Presbyopia 33
Refractive Errors 14
Total 59
Glasses Dispensed
Ready readers 50
Sunglasses 9
Ready 2 clip 16
Total
Readers by Diopters
0.00 1
+1.00 2
+1.50 11
+1.75 2
+2.00 19
+2.50 13
+2.75 1
+3.00 2
+3.50 0
156 Patients Reached. A Shared Vision for Better Eye Health.
The World Sight Day camp was a meaningful step towards improving access to quality eye care,
with 156 patients receiving eye care services through the collective efforts of DeckerMed
Africa Trust, the University of Nairobi Eye Centre, the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation,
the Rotary Club of Lavington, and the dedicated clinical team and volunteers. Beyond the
numbers, the camp provided an opportunity to raise awareness about eye health, identify eye
conditions requiring attention, and connect patients to appropriate interventions, including
corrective lenses and referrals for further treatment.
Guided by the theme #LoveYourEyes, the initiative reinforced the importance of regular eye
examinations, early detection, and timely treatment in preventing avoidable vision loss. It also
demonstrated the impact of collaboration in bringing essential health services closer to
underserved communities. While the camp marked one day of outreach, its message extends far
beyond that: every eye matters, every opportunity to protect sight counts, and access to eye
care can make a lasting difference. DeckerMed Africa Trust remains committed to working
alongside partners to promote eye health, address neglected ophthalmic diseases, and help more
people enjoy a lifetime of clearer vision.
By Esther Baraga | Director of Development
By Esther Baraga | Director of Development
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