CBM Inclusive Health Initiative
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CBM’s Inclusive Health Initiative encompasses Eye Health, Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), Ear Hearing Care (EHC), and Physical Rehabilitation.
Joined September 2021
@cbmWorldwide Inclusive Health Initiative priority areas: ✅Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) ✅Ear and Hearing Care (EHC) ✅Inclusive Eye Health ✅Physical Rehabilitation #InclusiveHealthForAll
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In 2024, CBM’s disability-inclusive health services across Inclusive Eye Health, NTDs, Ear & Hearing Care and Physical Rehabilitation programmes reached over 78.2Million people across 31 countries, creating lasting change. Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/pkSoClTVor
#LeaveNoOneBehind
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Since 2014, CBM and partners have worked with @MinsanteCMR to integrate the Ponseti method, the gold standard for #ClubfootCare, into Cameroon’s 🇨🇲 health system across 8 regions. Read Baby Prosper’s story, one of many lives transformed, in our report. 🔗 https://t.co/pkSoClTnyT
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For 50 years, CBM has supported national efforts to control river blindness in the DRC 🇨🇩, reaching nearly 50 million people. Working together with the Ministry of Health and partners, ivermectin treatment continues to protect communities. Read more ➡️ https://t.co/4k60kGCSCE
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In Nigeria 🇳🇬, @cbmWorldwide marked the closeout of the BLON Project, which provided evidence to stop MDA for elephantiasis & onchocerciasis in 6⃣ states. Key Stakeholders gathered to celebrate this milestone and reflect on next steps for lasting NTD elimination. #EndNTDs
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In 2024, @cbmWorldwide and @apdkdisability launched the Access Project in Embu, Kenya🇰🇪 to strengthen rehabilitation, education and livelihoods. The project engages persons with disabilities, parents, and community groups to advance inclusion. Read more➡️ https://t.co/pkSoClTVor
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“Together, we can ensure no one is left behind,” says @WilliamMugabi, Programs Officer at @cbmWorldwide urging stakeholders & partners to support & guide @TunawezaO in implementing the #InclusiveEmergencyResponse project in Bidibidi Settlement in @Yumbe_District
@ceforduganda
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On #WSD2025, @cbmWorldwide facilitated activities alongside @MoHSouthSudan, @BulukEyeCentre and partners, featuring free eye screenings, a city walk and advocacy to #LoveYourEyes, reinforcing national efforts to advance #EyeHealth and end avoidable blindness in South Sudan 🇸🇸
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We’re proud to have had colleagues represent @cbmWorldwide at #WHS2025, where they engaged in discussions advancing health equity for persons with disabilities and promoted sustainable solutions to combat NTDs. Their participation reflected our commitment to #InclusiveHealth.
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At #WHS2025, CBM cohosted a session with @BMZ_Bund, @WHO & other partners as part of the new @WHO Network for Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities. The session emphasized that meaningful participation is key and that advancing #HealthEquity is a shared responsibility.
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“Philanthropy cannot replace governments, civil society, communities, or the private sector,” - Carol Karutu, VP of Programs at @TheENDFund during #WHS2025. @cbmWorldwide and @TheENDFund work together to eliminate NTDs in underserved areas. Learn more 👇 https://t.co/pkSoClTnyT
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At #WHS2025, global health leaders will be driving real action toward #HealthEquity for persons with disabilities. Join in to learn how health systems can become #Inclusive and what each of us can do to close the gap and ensure no one is left behind. 🔗 https://t.co/lmAzovXfuh
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At 4 years old, Jemima couldn’t see, play, or go to school due to bilateral cataracts. With support from @cbmWorldwide, and Magrabi ICO Cameroon Eye Institute, she had sight-restoring surgery and eyeglasses, enabling her to return to school. Read more: https://t.co/ciWjcSxAxF
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This #WorldSightDay, we celebrate Bomet County’s leadership for making #EyeHealth a priority. With support from @cbmWorldwide, @TenwekHospital, & partners, #EyeCare is now embedded in county plans and budgets, paving the way for sustainable, locally led health systems. #WSD2025
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In 2025, the Government of Sindh 🇵🇰 expanded the joint @cbmWorldwide & @peekteam Project to three more districts, equipping 16 rural health centres with resources to deliver quality, accessible #EyeHealth to over 6 million more people. Read More: https://t.co/pkSoClTVor
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🗓️ Just 2⃣ days to go! #WorldSightDay 2025 calls on us to prioritize #EyeHealth and advocate for vision everywhere. Across 26 countries, @cbmWorldwide works with over 100 partners to strengthen health systems and bring sight-saving #EyeCare to communities that need it the most
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At the #NNN2025 Conference, our NTD team launched the Inclusive Health 2025 annual report which highlights achievements, lessons learned, & our integrated approach to ensuring people receive comprehensive care & improved access to essential services. 👇🏽 https://t.co/pkSoClTVor
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📢We are excited to announce the release of our Inclusive Health Initiative Annual Report 2025! With highlights from our 4⃣ 🔑areas: 📍Inclusive Eye Health 📍Neglected Tropical Diseases 📍Physical Rehabilitation 📍Ear and Hearing Care Read the full report: https://t.co/pkSoClTVor
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Next ⏭️at #NNN2025 Delegates discuss in a breakout session, solutions to tackling various focus areas: ✅MDA sustainability & adaptability ✅Accountability & surveillance ✅Sustainable domestic investment & innovation ✅Sustainability and community ownership of MDA programmes.
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🔴 LIVE at #NNN2025: @Oyijene1 and @cbmWorldwide colleagues are facilitating a panel discussion during a CBM and @TheENDFund workshop on “Sustaining MDA Coverage and Surveillance Quality: Country Innovations and Lessons from Onchocerciasis Entomological Assessments.”
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