Light for the World:
Breaking the Vicious Cycle
Poverty is both cause and consequence of a visual impairment. When a person lives in poverty, access to eye care becomes hampered due to, among others, a lack of financial resources and adequate information. However, 90% of all forms of vision loss are avoidable or can be treated. In Light for the World’s field of action, one of the main causes of blindness consists of untreated cataract. Yet, this eye disease is curable with a relatively simple procedure. This is why we speak of avoidable blindness.
In turn, experiencing a visual impairment is a primary cause of poverty. People with disabilities face stigma, discrimination and marginalisation in all facets of life. As a result, they are often excluded from the labour market and education, leading to a loss of income. This complicates access to healthcare. The link becomes clear: avoidable blindness and poverty reinforce each other.
With the support of local partners, experts, donors and business partners, Light for the World has been breaking this vicious cycle for more than 25 years.
A Pin as Symbol of Our Commitment
As a symbol of our commitment, we developed the #ReflectingLights pin using the same reflective foil that is integral to our lighting solutions.
In December, we at Deltalight will proudly wear these pins to embody our shared mission. Additionally, our sales team will present them as gifts to raise awareness about the importance of eye care. While these pins are not for sale, they are designed to spark conversation and reflect our collective commitment to making a difference.
Let’s Reflect Our Light Together
We invite you to join us on social media by sharing a photo of yourself wearing the pin and using the hashtag #ReflectingLights to spread awareness.
Support Accessible Eye Care for All
Show your support by donating directly to Light for the World and help provide accessible eye care to those in need. Click here to donate and join us in shining a light on the importance of vision for all.