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Reaching The Last Mile: On the road towards the elimination of trachoma in Vietnam

By The Fred Hollows Foundation | Posted 18/01/23

Vietnam has been a leader in the elimination of neglected tropical diseases, having eliminated lymphatic filariasis in 2018. Now, they look to do the same for trachoma with support from USAID’s Act to End NTDs | East program, implemented by The Fred Hollows Foundation and RTI International.

How You Can Give Back to Those With Avoidable Blindness

By The Fred Hollows Foundation | Posted 09/01/23

The Fred Hollows Foundation is proud to carry on Fred’s work of restoring sight across the 25 countries where we work. This would not be possible without the contributions of our supporters. If you’re looking to help people around the world, there are so many ways to give back and make quality eye h

The Fred Hollows Foundation featured in the Australia China Stories book

By The Fred Hollows Foundation | Posted 03/01/23

One of The Foundation’s own – Amanda Huang who works across China, Cambodia & Laos, has been featured in the new Australia China Stories book, a publication marking the 50th Anniversary of Australia-China diplomatic relations.

Vale Effi Jono

By The Fred Hollows Foundation | Posted 29/12/22

The Fred Hollows Foundation is saddened to hear of the passing of great friend and partner, Effi Jono, who was a founder and director of A New Vision in Indonesia.

4 Australians we'd love to see on the $5 note

By The Fred Hollows Foundation | Posted 15/12/22

These are four people with a connection to Fred and his work who we would love to see on the Australian $5 note.

7 great quotes from the God of Sight: Dr Sanduk Ruit

By Matthew Perkins | Posted 14/12/22

This is the story of, and some of the best quotes from, Nepalese eye surgeon Dr Sanduk Ruit AKA The Barefoot Surgeon and The God of Sight.

Giving Tuesday a chance to give back

By The Fred Hollows Foundation | Posted 29/11/22

The Fred Hollows Foundation has joined the global Giving Tuesday movement – a campaign which celebrates and enhances generosity in our communities.

The Fred Hollows Foundation supports First Nations Voice to Parliament

By The Fred Hollows Foundation | Posted 17/11/22

The Fred Hollows Foundation has welcomed the Federal Government’s 2022-23 Federal Budget, including $1.2 billion in practical measures to Close the Gap for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

Ryman Healthcare Charity Award 2023

By The Fred Hollows Foundation | Posted 08/11/22

The Foundation is thrilled to be chosen as Charity Partner of the Year for 2023.

From Aussie Rules to Golf: Barney's story

By The Fred Hollows Foundation | Posted 02/11/22

Barney is proud of his sporting career and is hoping to stay active even in his retirement. But as his eyes began to fail him, he was struggling to do what he loved best—until The Foundation helped him access the eye health services he needed.

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