Date of Visit: 26 February 2025
Location: Vision Center, Ramganj, Lakshmipur
Visiting Team: Orbis Hong Kong and Donors from Hong Kong
Attending Organizations: Orbis International Bangladesh, Mazharul Haque BNSB Eye Hospital
Introduction
On 26 February 2025, a delegation from Orbis Hong Kong, accompanied by donors from Hong Kong, visited the Vision Center in Ramganj, Lakshmipur. The visit was facilitated by Orbis International Bangladesh in collaboration with Mazharul Haque BNSB Eye Hospital. The purpose of the visit was to assess the impact of the support provided by Orbis and its donors in improving eye care services for the local community.
Observations and Activities
During the visit, the donors had the opportunity to witness firsthand how their contributions were being utilized to enhance eye care services for the underprivileged population of Ramganj. They interacted with beneficiaries who had received treatment and interviewed several patients to understand their experiences and the improvements in their vision health.
The team observed the facilities and services offered at the Vision Center, including eye screenings, consultations, and outreach programs. The donors expressed their satisfaction with the way their contributions had been effectively used to provide quality eye care services to those in need.
Special Ceremony
As a token of appreciation and acknowledgment, the visiting team handed over a memento of the Flying Eye Hospital—the world’s only airborne ophthalmic teaching hospital. This gesture symbolized the shared commitment of Orbis and its partners towards eliminating avoidable blindness and ensuring accessible eye care services for all.
Conclusion
The visit of Orbis Hong Kong and its donors to the Vision Center in Ramganj was a momentous occasion that reinforced the importance of continued support for eye health initiatives. The donors were pleased to see the direct impact of their contributions in transforming lives and expressed their commitment to supporting future endeavors.
This visit further strengthened the collaboration between Orbis International Bangladesh, Mazharul Haque BNSB Eye Hospital, and the Vision Center, ensuring sustained efforts towards a future with improved eye care accessibility for the people of Ramganj.