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We believe in a world where everyone can access the eye care they need to thrive.

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Orbis builds strong and sustainable eye care systems globally that put treatment and prevention within reach for all.

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Training, technology, teamwork, and treatment and prevention are at the heart of everything we do. Read below to find out more about our focus areas.

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Orbis is an international nonprofit delivering sight-saving programs in over 200 countries and regions worldwide so that individuals, families, and communities can thrive.

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Read more about some of the most prevalent eye conditions that Orbis and our partners are working hard to tackle.

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Orbis international gala 2018.

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Orbis International Gala 2024

When: Thursday 17th October, 2024

Where: InterContinental New York Barclay, 111 East 48th Street

We are excited to invite you to the 2024 Orbis Gala at the historic Intercontinental New York Barclay on Thursday, October 17. For over 20 years, this event has played a vital role in our mission to ensure everyone has access to the eye care they need. This year, our mission remains the same, but our Gala will look and feel a little different.
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Orbis Gala in the Rainbow room.

Orbis International Gala 2019

When: Thursday 17th October, 2019 6:30 p.m. - Cocktails; 7:30 p.m. - Dinner

Where: The St. Regis, New York City

Please join us for cocktails and dinner as we celebrate the work of Orbis and the generous supporters who make it possible.

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Live from the Flying Eye Hospital

When: Thursday 12th October, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Where: Orbis International Facebook Page

We’re going live from Cameroon! Tomorrow at 9 a.m. ET, join our Global Medical Director, Dr. Jonathan Lord, and long-time Volunteer Faculty, Dr. Carlos Solarte, as they come to you on Facebook live from our Flying Eye Hospital training program in Cameroon.

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AAO 2017

When: Friday 10th November, 2017

Where: Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (MCC), New Orleans

Welcome to the AAO 2017 Annual Meeting!

The exhibition will take place in New Orleans, Louisiana from November 10 - 14.

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Sue Ranck's Great Ethiopian Run 2017

When: Sunday 26th November, 2017 12 - 3 p.m.

Where: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

On November 26th, Sue Ranck will be joining her husband Bob Ranck, Orbis CEO, and a crowd of over 26,000 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for the Great Ethiopian Run.

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CEO Bob Ranck's Great Ethiopian Run 2017

When: Sunday 26th November, 2017 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Where: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Orbis CEO Bob Ranck will join 40,000 people to take part in Africa's BIGGEST road race, a challenging 10km run at 10,000 feet above sea level.

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MBA's Annual Charity Golf Tournament Supporting Orbis

When: Monday 23rd October, 2017 12 p.m. shotgun start

Where: Congressional Country Club

Orbis is grateful to be the beneficiary of MBA's 2017 charity golf tournament, whose proceeds will go directly to our continued work in fighting avoidable blindness.

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