Sightsavers

Founded in 1950, Sightsavers is a charity based in Hamar, Norway working on health, disability, education +2 more.

Sightsavers is an international charity that works with partners in more than 30 countries, mainly in Africa and Asia, to prevent avoidable blindness and treat neglected tropical diseases. It also promotes equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities. Its work includes eye surgery, training of eye health workers and optometrists, distribution of treatments for diseases such as trachoma and river blindness, strengthening local health services, research and policy advocacy. The Norwegian entity, Stiftelsen Sightsavers International Norge, is a foundation based in Hamar, Norway, governed by a board and approved as a fundraising organisation by Innsamlingskontrollen. It is also a member of Fundraising Norge. The organisation accepts donations from individuals, foundations, companies and legacies.