Protecting Health Archives

“Binti to Binti” in Kenya helps mothers ensure the health of their children

A community health worker in a blue vest speaks to a group of women seated in a circle outside a building, promoting health awareness and community engagement in rural settings.

Patience Pendo, a young mother of two expecting her third child, had a feeling that her pregnancy would pose difficulties. But she was determined for things to go differently this time. “I had carried another pregnancy earlier, but it came out prematurely[...]

3 Reasons to be Optimistic in 2022

Five women standing outside near trees, three holding babies wrapped in blankets. The women wear colorful clothing and smile gently, representing motherhood and community.

Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadows. Helen Keller The start of a year offers an opportunity for renewed hope and a fresh perspective. While the challenges of COVID-19, a mounting hunger crisis, and economic strains are all daunting,[...]

Feeding the Future: Alleviating the Hunger Crisis [Photo Essay]

Mother with mask holding baby boy outside

For millions of people across the globe, safety and assurance have disappeared. Helen Keller Intl partners with governments and community organizations to bring life-saving solutions to those who need them most. Thanks to our global community of supporters,[...]

The courage to imagine a life unencumbered by the burden of trachoma

For most of his life, Ibrahim had a hard time imagining his future. Unknown to him, Ibrahim was experiencing severe trachomatous trichiasis, the long-term consequence of repeated trachoma infections, which causes the eyelashes to turn inward, brushing the[...]

Esther Njeri: Vitamin A Supplementation in Western Kenya

Three women dressed in vibrant traditional attire walk along a path in a green rural area, carrying young children. One young child is being given vitamin A supplement by healthcare worker.

For years, Helen Keller has partnered with local caregivers in Kenya to provide vitamin A supplements to children. A superpower for children’s sight and health, Vitamin A is instrumental in developing clear vision and a healthy immune system. Among those[...]

Micro but Mighty: How Vitamin A Saves Lives [Photo Essay]

A child receives drops of vitamin A in Cote d'Ivoire.

Thanks to a global community of donors, millions of children receive life-saving vitamin A every year. Click through our photo essay to learn more about this mighty micronutrient and how we are helping to improve children's health and well-being by increasing[...]