News and Stories

Flying Eye Hospital touches down in Mongolia

August 13, 2018

The Flying Eye Hospital is now in Ulaanbaatar for its eighth visit, running a three-week national ophthalmic training programme.

Celebrating 20 years of fighting blindness in Ethiopia

July 31, 2018

Orbis UK is proud to announce a huge milestone – Orbis has been fighting blindness in Ethiopia for 20 years. Orbis's Addis Ababa office was officially registered in 1998 and became the very first programme office outside the United States.

Supporter stories: Anne-Marie and the Great Ethiopian Run

July 27, 2018

Prime Minister recognises Orbis volunteer Polly Holt with award

July 26, 2018

Orbis UK’s very own Polly Holt, who has volunteered with us for over eight years, has been recognised by Prime Minister Theresa May for her ongoing dedication and support.

Glasses study shows huge productivity boost for workers

July 23, 2018

A landmark study, published today in The Lancet Global Health, shows how a simple pair of glasses can boost workers’ productivity and reduce poverty.

UK hosts its first ever Global Disability Summit

July 23, 2018

The Global Disability Summit is taking place in London in July and is bringing together governments, multilaterals, private sector and civil society to drive real change in ensuring the rights, freedoms, dignity and inclusion of all persons with disabilities.

Orbis holds first ever live video consultation with Syrian doctor

July 16, 2018

Volunteer Faculty member Professor Dan Neely held a live video consultation with a doctor in Syria last week, using technology to help Orbis have an impact in otherwise unreachable locations.

UK Aid helps expand sight-saving work in Ethiopia

July 12, 2018

Orbis UK is delighted to have been chosen as one of 30 charities to receive a UK Aid Direct grant from the UK government. The grant will enable us to extend our vital sight-saving work in Ethiopia, where almost two million people are visually impaired.

Orbis UK is on the move!

June 25, 2018

Find out more about our office move and how to get in touch with us at our new location.