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Together, with a global community of supporters, we work to deliver the essential building blocks of good health, sound nutrition and clear vision, helping millions of people create lasting change in their own lives. Learn more about how we are ensuring that every person has the opportunity to reach their true potential.

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Multi-Country
Women are Leading Change for Communities [Photo Essay]

On this International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting some of the ways Helen Keller partners with and supports[...]

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March 7, 2025

A child in Kenya dressed in a red shirt looks neutrally at the camera while sitting on the lap of their mother.
United States
The World’s Children Need Us Now More Than Ever

Today, children and families face grave danger. As the United States reconsiders its foreign assistance, tens of millions of children and family members whom Helen Keller Intl serves have lost access to critical health services.[...]

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February 26, 2025

Woman in Tanzania happy to receive cataracts treatment.
Tanzania
Cataract Treatment Provides Renewed Independence in Tanzania 

Modesta's day-to-day life in the Mbarali District of Tanzania was becoming increasingly difficult as her eyesight worsened.[...]

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February 3, 2025

A Kenyan mother smiles at her baby.
Multi-Country
3 Things to be Optimistic About in 2025

A new year brings new opportunities to celebrate our progress and recognize the prospects we have to create positive ripples for children and families around the world.[...]

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January 13, 2025

Multi-Country
2024 Year in Review: Ripple Effects [Photo Essay]

Community health heroes, peer mentors, parents, young people, and Helen Keller staff are creating positive change that ripples across communities and[...]

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December 17, 2024

A Cameroonian community health worker shows a bottle if vitamin A to a mother and her children.
Multi-Country
Helping Children Grow Up Healthier with Vitamin A [Photo Essay]

Vitamin A is critical to children’s healthy growth and development. This essential micronutrient not only protects and strengthens vision, but it helps build strong immune systems.[...]

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November 20, 2024

A father, son, and mother sit under their raised house in Cambodia.
Multi-Country
Helping Children and Families Live Healthier 

Helen Keller Intl believes in a world where no one is deprived of the opportunity to live a healthy life and reach their true[...]

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November 4, 2024

A Nigerian teen girl spreads seeds over a white tarp using a gardening tool.
Nigeria
Empowering Teen Girls to Lead Nutritional Change in their Communities

At just 13 years old, Wademu Ngmarju has made a name for herself in her community as an expert in farming and[...]

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October 16, 2024

A boy trying on glasses as part of vision care gives a double thumbs up as a man holds up a mirror.
United States
Helping Children and Families See Possibilities with Vision Care

California Vision Program Manager Jorge Valdez spoke to us about partnering with schools and community organizations to provide vision care to children and families in Los Angeles[...]

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October 10, 2024

Sarah Bouchie
Multi-Country
Looking Bravely: Promoting Equity in Global Health

President and CEO Sarah Bouchie shares her thoughts on the importance of equity and partnerships in global health, what Helen Keller's legacy means to her, and[...]

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September 25, 2024

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