Sight For All in Adelaide, South Australia | Non-profit organisation

Sight For All

Locality: Adelaide, South Australia

Phone: +61 428 049 888

Address: PO Box 7028, Hutt Street 5000 Adelaide, SA, Australia

Website: https://www.sightforall.org

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24.01.2022 World Retinoblastoma Awareness Week (10-16 May 2020) is an opportunity to raise global awareness about a potentially deadly cancer that affects childrens eyes. 90% of Retinoblastoma patients live in low income countries and while survival rates in Australia are nearly 100%, the rate of survival is less than 50% in developing countries. Early detection and treatment of this deadly eye cancer is critical. Sight For All has been training Fellows in partner countries to treat Retinoblastoma patients like Baby Chi, whose life was saved in 2016 after her Retinoblastoma in both eyes was diagnosed early. Watch Baby Chis journey at https://vimeo.com/171170148

23.01.2022 Will you fight to save sight? Throughout the world there are 285 million people who are vision impaired due to eye disease or lack of glasses. Together, we can fight avoidable blindness and restore sight. Together, we can teach the world to see. Go to https://sightforall.org/donate to make a difference.

23.01.2022 Blindness can affect anyone, anywhere, at any age. Recently, Dr Soleaphy, a Sight For All trained Paediatric Ophthalmologist, examined this young baby at Cambodias Khmer Soviet Friendship Hospital (KSFH). The mask Dr Soleaphy is wearing conforms with Cambodian COVID requirements to protect hospital staff and patients, whilst providing care to those in need. Of the dedicated team at the hospital, the Director of KSFH Professor Meng and one of our valued supporters said "As health professionals, we stand together, to help all patients. We do not run away from the challenges. Its our professional obligation." Find out more about our work in Cambodia at https://sightforall.org/about/our-partner-countries/cambodia

23.01.2022 Did you know that 75% of people in the most vulnerable countries lack access to clean soap and water- the primary means of infection COVID prevention? It is one of the reasons why COVID is not over for anyone, until its over for everyone. Today, on World Humanitarian Day, Thursday 19 August, our Chairman Dr James Muecke and EO Judy Hatswell, have masked up to show our support for #endCOVIDforall. This is a global movement to encourage our government to provide vital life-saving support to vulnerable nations. Join us, as we stand in solidarity with our global neighbours and sign the petition at www.endcovidforall.com #ECFA #joinus #weneedyou

22.01.2022 Yesterday Sight For All hosted the first in our series of online tutorials for the ophthalmic sub-specialty area of Neuro-Ophthalmology. The informative 2-hour tutorial was presented by our Neuro-Ophthalmology Lead Visionary, Prof John Crompton and was attended by 16 participants from Myanmar, Cambodia, Mongolia and Vietnam. Through these online tutorials we are continuing to teach the world to see!

22.01.2022 During a year that has shone a spotlight on our health care providers like never before, it is appropriate that the World Health Organization designated 2020 as the Year of the Nurse and the Midwife. We salute all of the dedicated and resilient Nurses and Midwives in our partner institutions around the world. Thank you for the incredible contributions you make, each and every day.

22.01.2022 Eye disease due to diabetes is the fastest growing cause of vision loss amongst Aboriginal people. Excessive sugar consumption is a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Please make sure you continue to have your regular eye checks to avoid vision loss from this disease. Watch Sid's story at https://youtu.be/CNjoXfIiz-c

22.01.2022 Here's a fun Friday fact! The retina is an essential part of the eye that enables vision and it consists of three types of cones; one is sensitive to the colour red, one is sensitive to the colour blue and the other is sensitive to the colour green. These three cones work together to sense combinations of light waves that help us see millions of other colours and shades.

21.01.2022 Charlie Brown famously said "Keep looking up thats the secret of life." Here are some practical tips on how to stay resilient and positive each and every day, from Dr Muecke.

21.01.2022 Never before has a greater spotlight been placed on our fantastic health care professionals, than this year. Watch 2020 Australian of the Year and our Chairman, Dr James Muecke AM, as he is interviewed by ABC Australia medical reporter Sophie Scott for a vodcast series on supporting doctors in times of increased stress. Produced by Avant Mutual Dr Muecke recounted stories that have shaped his career and built resilience, as well as some poignant tools to decompress during these unprecedented times. Watch at https://bit.ly/3fIKcgi/

21.01.2022 In 2020, we have learnt that superheroes don't always wear capes. Dr Myo is a Sight For All Oculoplastics Fellow, currently completing his one-year fellowship in this specialised field at Yangon Eye Hospital. Dr Myo is also a superhero. Working as a busy ophthalmologist at Thingangyun Hospital, Dr Myo now uses PPE when treating patients. He currently treats up to 15 patients a day, though the need is greater. Fortunately, the recommencement of elective surgery means that the... number of consultations is growing, however patient numbers remain limited by mandatory social distancing requirements. Despite challenges, Dr Myo continues to travel to Yangon Eye Hospital for his Fellowship training each week. He is excited to learn the Oculoplastics sub-speciality and hopes that dedicated Oculoplastics clinics will be opened to meet the growing need in Myanmar.

20.01.2022 The need to treat avoidable blindness has not changed, despite the huge adjustments we have all made as we navigate COVID -19. Our doctors and primary health care teams dont stop working, and neither have we. To support our colleagues and Partners around the world, Sight For All has pivoted some of our #DFAT funding to continue the sharing of vital information and specialised learning online. In early May, we launched our COVID-19 Information Portal, which shares reliable i...nformation across a number of categories about COVID-19, to our colleagues. We also held a Webinar with Dr Kenneth Li, the Chief of Service and Consultant in Ophthalmology, United Christian Hospital/Tseung Kwan O Hospital, Hong Kong. The Webinar was attended by close to 40 partners across Asia. This response was possible thanks to our generous supporters and #AustralianAid, through DFAT's #ANCPs. See more

19.01.2022 As part of our COVID-19 response, Thingangyun Hospital in Myanmar received slit lamp shields from Sight For All. These slit lamp shields have also successfully been used in operating theatres and are placed between the patient and ophthalmologist whilst the microscope is used during sight saving surgery. Each shield provides extra protection for eye health care professionals and this image has inspired other facilities in Myanmar to adopt slit lamp shields to protect frontline health care professionals. This project was driven by Sight For All's Myanmar In-Country Officer, our partners in Myanmar and with support from Australian Aid and DFAT's #ANCP.

19.01.2022 It was indeed an honor and privilege to have this chance to enhance my knowledge, Thank you. These are the words of Dr Kiry Lom Orng, the first Ocular Oncologist in Cambodia who completed her specialised Sight For All Fellowship in August 2020. Dr Lom Orng spent 7 months in India, from January to July 2020, under the guidance of Visionary Dr Santosh. Though her training was impacted by the pandemic, she worked alongside mentors achieving more than 500 out patient consultat...ions as well as observing 150 surgical procedures. Since graduating, Dr Lom Orng continues to look for opportunities to establish an Ocular Oncology Unit in Cambodia. Due to limited equipment available she is working to collaborate with complementary departments to share resources. Congratulations Dr Lom Orng on completing your Fellowship!

19.01.2022 COVID-19 could push over 70 million people around the world into extreme poverty - and we all need to play our part! Go to https://www.endcovidforall.com/#sign and pledge to stand in solidarity with all our neighbours. Because the COVID crisis isnt going to end for anyone, until it ends for everyone. #EndCOVIDForAll

19.01.2022 Sight For All made history this weekend, hosting our inaugural Online Ophthalmology Congress. Bringing together a wealth of knowledge and experience from 6 countries, the first Online Ophthalmology Congress focused on paediatric ophthalmology. Congress Session 1 held yesterday was attended by 95 participants, while 86 participants attended Session 2 today. Presenters and participants shared cases, asked questions and enjoyed interacting with, and learning from each other. Hosted by our colleagues in Myanmar, this Online Ophthalmology Congress is the first of many to be conducted by Sight For All into the future.

18.01.2022 Did you know that over 20,000 Australians are dying every year due to a preventable disease? More than half way through his 12 months as Australian of the Year for 2020, our Chariman, Dr James Muecke continues to raise awareness of the dangers of sugar and type 2 diabetes, an illness that impacts 1.2million Australians. One complication of this insidious disease is diabetic retinopathy, eye damage that can lead to blindness. National Diabetes Week ends on 18th of July, but let's keep the conversation going with Diabetes Australia, Diabetes SA and Dr James Muecke.

17.01.2022 Sight For All is proud to accept the new Donation Dollar! On the 5th of September, the Royal Australian Mint released the Donation Dollar to coincide with the United Nations International Day of Charity. The Donation Dollar has been designed to inspire a national spirit of charitable giving, with a tangible reminder which encourages all Australians to give smaller amounts, more often. In this increasingly cashless world, you can also choose to donate your dollar digitally, ...via our secure website https://sightforall.org/donate See more

17.01.2022 Dr Ni Ni is currently undertaking her Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellowship in Myanmar, a program that has been supported by Sight For All since 2009. She is pictured at Yangon Central Women’s Hospital, screening for retinopathy of prematurity, a potentially blinding condition that can impact premature babies. Each year 117,000 premature babies are born in Myanmar, and the Sight For All Fellows, including Dr Ni Ni, face an overwhelming caseload, to provide the highest quality... eye health care. Read more about how we are fighting blindness in Myanmar at https://sightforall.org/country-myanmar/

15.01.2022 Did you know that children’s eyes are susceptible to UV damage and can lead to future eye issues? UV exposure is cumulative, so as the weather heats up and we spend more time outdoors, be sure to so be sure to protect your child's eyes with regular or prescription sunglasses.

15.01.2022 For the past 31 days, the Macular Disease Foundation of Australia has been sharing important information about macular degeneration including tips, recipes and strategies to take care of your vision. Even though Macula month has officially ended, the S.A.F.E. message is relevant 365 days a year! Monday 1st June is brought to you by the letter E (for Eye Exams). Having regular eye exams ensures that age-related macular degeneration would be picked up early and you have a greater chance of saving your sight.

14.01.2022 Benjamin Franklin was a writer, printer, political philosopher, politician, Freemason, postmaster, scientist, inventor, humourist, civic activist, statesman and diplomat. He was also one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. With such accolades, its no wonder he has so succinctly summarised the value of a hands on teaching approach, an approach that Sight For All has followed for the past 11 years!

13.01.2022 Did you catch our Chairman and 2020 Australian of the Year, Dr James Muecke on The Project earlier this week? Watch to see how dietary changes may reduce the devastating impact of type 2 diabetes, including blinding diabetic retinopathy!

12.01.2022 11 years ago today, Sight For All began a journey to teach the world to see. Since then, we have run projects across 10 countries and helped millions of patients with varying blinding conditions. We thank all of our supporters, donors, volunteers and Visionaries who continue to help us reach individuals, families and communities. During these challenging times, friends of Sight For All can continue to support our initiatives by donating this tax time at https://sight-for-all.giveeasy.org/tax-appeal-2020

12.01.2022 One of the biggest trends in 2020 was the rise in online learning and the explosion of video conferencing to facilitate education and to create meaningful connections. We see strong connections form in every virtual teaching session run and we love seeing posts like this from Aye, a Fellow in Myanmar, that demonstrate how our projects are not just adjusting to the new normal, but continue to thrive.

12.01.2022 More than ever before, it is critical to come together and provide support when and where it is most needed. Though the true impact of the pandemic is still unknown, we do know this - there are 43.2 million people who are blind worldwide and 80% of this blindness is avoidable. Support the front line workers who have been developing their expertise to deliver eye health care around the world. Every donation counts.... Give now at https://sight-for-all.giveeasy.org/tax-appeal-2020

11.01.2022 The human spirit is truly incredible. In the face of unprecedented hardships, over the past few months, we have seen our connections and shared passion bind us like never before. As we approach the end of this challenging financial year, please support our initiatives, so we can continue to help people with avoidable blindness Help us reach our goal and make a tax deductible donation at https://bit.ly/2ZAucIH

10.01.2022 For the past 3 years, Sight For All has provided glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy diagnostic equipment to 54 Secondary Eye Centres (SEC) in Myanmar (close to 100% of the nations SECs). Last month, Dr Ye Win, Sight For Alls Myanmar Project Officer, drove over 1,600 km to visit ten eye wards and hospitals in Myanmars dry zone to deliver diagnostic devices and evaluate the project. During the trip, Dr Ye followed strict COVID-19 safety measures, enforced at each of the SECs. Sight For Alls project team completed the field activities ahead of schedule, thanks to wonderful co-ordination and collaboration with our partners. As we start the new financial year, we are excited about the projects planned to continue to support Myanmar's health professionals and to deliver the highest quality eye care to the people of Myanmar.

10.01.2022 As National Diabetes Week comes to a close, James shares a special message for the 1.7million Australians with Diabetes. "You're not alone. If you, or someone you know is needing support with their mental help, reach out. It could be the first step on a journey to feeling better." #NDW2020 #support #diabetes

10.01.2022 Have you met Jo Croft? Jo is Sight For All’s Eye Health Educator, a new role dedicated to sharing vital information about caring for your eyes! Jo is an Optometrist with almost a decade’s experience, working with patients of all ages. We love her passion for eye health and her wonderful way of delivering information to different community groups. If you would like Jo to share eye health information to your group, class or community, please reach out to us via our email. Welcome to the team Jo!

09.01.2022 Behind Sight For All is a dedicated group of people who work to support our eye health care partners in Australia and overseas. Together with our supporters, Visionaries and volunteers who generously donate their time and share their expertise, our team works tirelessly towards to teach the world to see. Join the team and fight avoidable blindness by donating before June 30 at https://sight-for-all.giveeasy.org/tax-appeal-2020

08.01.2022 Making plans for the week ahead? We've got your Thursday night sorted Join us for Conversations In Sight, an online event with Rosanna Mangiarelli and Dame Darcey Bussell on Thursday 23rd July at 6pm ACST. Proceeds go to our 2021 projects! Tickets on sale now!

08.01.2022 "Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure is the ninth UN Sustainable Development Goal and is an objective at the very core of Sight For Alls constitution. Infrastructure is a critical component of our projects, ensuring that the hospitals and eye centres we support have the appropriate sight-saving diagnostic equipment and surgical instruments and know how to use them. Over the past decade, Sight For All has equipped Paediatric Eye Units in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar (x3), Sri Lanka and Vietnam. Find out more about how Sight For All is working towards the UNs Sustainable Development Goal #9 at https://bit.ly/3c4DFdH

07.01.2022 Faced with a growing need for urgent healthcare support and limited fundraising avenues over the past few months, our team has found new ways to deliver support where it is most needed! BUT THERE IS SO MUCH MORE TO DO! Donate before June 30 and help us teach the world to see. ... Support us at https://sight-for-all.giveeasy.org/tax-appeal-2020 See more

06.01.2022 On 8th October we celebrated the 20th anniversary of World Sight Day. A number of supporters joined us for the unveiling of a bespoke mural located in Adelaide city, which was designed by local artist James Smith. The vibrant mural is expected to be featured on the wall for approximately five years and serves as a reminder that when we look up, look around and look forward we can see the incredible world around us. The artwork unveiling was attended by His Excellency the Governor of South Australia, the Minister for Health and Wellbeing (SA) and the Lord Mayor of Adelaide as well as Ambassadors and supporters.

06.01.2022 COVID-safe measures vary from country to country. Captured a few short months ago, our partners from Khmer Soviet Friendship Hospital in Cambodia, are pictured implementing their practices, including spraying sanitising liquid around the hospital, to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Together, we can stop the spread.

05.01.2022 Dr Nay completed her Glaucoma Fellowship in August 2019, trained by Sight For All-trained Dr May Ko Ko Thet at Myanmars Yangon Eye Hospital. When the Glaucoma Clinic closed in April and May due to the pandemic, Dr Nay worked in the Emergency Department as a Senior Ophthalmologist. During this time, she applied the knowledge and skills obtained during her Fellowship to help patients needing urgent care. The Glaucoma Clinic has since reopened and Dr Nay works alongside other Glaucoma Specialists and Senior Consultants to help patients in the nation's capital. Thank you for your unwavering dedication and energy Dr Nay!

05.01.2022 Looking for a reason to pop a bottle of bubbles tonight? We've got you covered! It's not too late to join a wonderful online event to raise funds for our 2021 projects! 'Conversations In Sight' starts in 1 HOUR! Rosanna Mangiarelli will host a conversation with Dame Darcey Bussell for what promises to be an entertaining and inspiring hour.... So gather the family and join us from the comfort of your warm living room! House slippers are welcome Tickets available via the link below: https://bit.ly/2WO4Og3

04.01.2022 At any one time, our eyes work with our brains to tell us the sizes, shapes, colours, and textures around us. In fact, our eyes focus on 50 different objects every second. Not bad for an organ that is only about one inch in diameter!

03.01.2022 This quote, from one of the worlds great leaders, captures the essence of Sight For Alls beginnings over 11 years ago. Fast forward to 2020 and we now have over 150 Visionaries and incredible supporters, who share our vision as and pursue it as passionately as we do, through their varied actions. Join the movement of change and donate at https://sightforall.org/donate

03.01.2022 As kids all around Australia participate in Children’s Week activities, we want to celebrate the incredible achievement of our Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellows in Myanmar, who completed their training in August 2020. Dr Ni Ni Win and Dr Kyawt Kyawt Naing received their certificates via an online ceremony, due to COVID-19 restrictions in Myanmar. Together with their colleagues, they will be looking after the vision of Myanmar’s youth, of which there are estimated to be 19 million under the age of 15. Congratulations to Dr Ni Ni Win and Dr Kyawt Kyawt Naing for helping so many children in Myanmar, to see a brighter future.

02.01.2022 Join us for a very special online event this Thursday (23.7.20) at 6pm ACST. Prima ballerina, author and TV personality Dame Darcey Bussell will be interviewed by Channel 7 journalist Rosanna Mangiarelli during a 1-hour conversation. Gather the family and listen to these fascinating and inspiring leaders share their stories. Register for your login at https://bit.ly/39jjfy1

02.01.2022 Volunteers. By their very nature, they are passionate, driven and generous to the core. Our Vice Chair Prof Bob Casson has a special message for our Visionaries who donate their time and expertise and to our Volunteers to help us raise vital funds. Thank you for your ongoing support! #volunteersday2020

02.01.2022 Did you know that there are more than 110 ophthalmic instruments and tools, used by ophthalmologists and eye health specialists to diagnose and treat eye conditions, diseases and injuries? From forceps to scalpels, to charts and lenses, these tools are essential to provide sight and life- saving treatments to patients. Sight For All provides a range of ophthalmic equipment to partner institutions and we are grateful for the support of suppliers who help us to provide essential infrastructure where it is needed most. See more at https://sightforall.org/about/infrastructure

01.01.2022 This Christmas, give a gift that requires no wrapping and no ribbons. Give the gift of hope with a donation to Sight For All’s Christmas Appeal. Our programs help people in low-income countries as well as communities within Australia. Donate at https://bit.ly/39VPRzU and save sight.

01.01.2022 Look at this beautiful boy! We met him some time ago when visiting Tanintharyi, a small town in southern Myanmar. His face is painted with thanaka, a yellowish white paste made from ground bark which is most commonly applied to the face. This kind of painting is a special and distinctive feature of the culture of Myanmar. The paint has moisturising properties and can be used to protect the skin from sunlight and cool the skin in hot weather. It is also often used during even...ts and festivals. It is always a joy for us to arrive in Myanmar and see so many smiling faces (often beautifully decorated with thanaka). We cant wait to get back and see those faces again! Photo courtesy of @jamesmuecke

01.01.2022 Its a straightforward calculation strategy + passion + innovation = David Paterson. For the past few years, we have been fortunate to have the support of David Paterson, a strategist, innovator, social activist and business leader. He first joined Sight For All as an Ambassador in 2018 bringing his unique insights from his tenure as the Chief Innovation Officer of World Vision, the Chief Marketing Officer of that organisation, Chief Marketing Officer of Australias larges...t private health insurer, Chief Strategy Officer of one of the largest advertising and marketing agency groups in Australasia, Global Chief Strategy Officer of one of the worlds largest international digital agency groups and Director (Business Consulting) with one of the Big 5 international management consultancies. In 2019 we were thrilled to appoint David to the Sight For All Board of Directors, where he continues to apply his experience to lead our organisation. His expertise in strategy and innovation has helped to shape our social impact initiatives and fundraising activities. We are incredible grateful for his time, support and energy to help teach the world to see.

01.01.2022 To all of our supporters, thank you for ongoing generosity. The Sight For All team wishes you a very special (albeit unusual) Christmas. https://bit.ly/39VPRzU

01.01.2022 Start 2021 with a WIN! Enter the People’s Choice Community Lottery and support Sight For All with every $2 ticket you buy when you follow the link below! We receive 100% of the ticket price to support our sight-saving programs and you go into the draw to win a Toyota RAV4 or a Harvey Norman Grand Home Package! It’s a WIN WIN! Buy your tickets here! https://bit.ly/3npmeek