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Africa-Press – Namibia. <\/strong><\/span> <\/b>
\nThe Michelle McLean Children\u2019s Foundation Trust, in collaboration with SINASRA, a local organisation supporting people with albinism, recently donated hundreds of visual devices and prescription eyeglasses to visually impaired children and those living with albinism in Windhoek.<\/p>\n

The eyeglasses and devices were given to the School for the Visually-Impaired in Khomasdal, a government school that serves blind learners, children with albinism and students with learning disabilities. Among the devices distributed were urgentl- needed hand-held magnifying glasses and telescopic eyeglasses specifically designed for individuals with albinism.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the donation ceremony, Michelle McLean, founder of the Michelle McLean Children\u2019s Foundation Trust, explained that telescopic eyeglasses are designed with ultra-strong magnification, and are vital for people with albinism. A key part of providing these glasses is a diagnostic device called an \u201cauto-refractor,\u201d which efficiently and accurately determines the appropriate eyeglass prescription.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere are many people who need these eyeglasses but cannot afford the magnification required, particularly for those with albinism,\u201d McLean said. She also revealed that the foundation would soon distribute additional eyeglasses provided by Lions Club International, with the support of the Windhoek Lions Club.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor over 100 years, Lions Club in the United States has collected, cleaned, analysed and catalogued tens of thousands of pairs of previously owned prescription eyeglasses,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, McLean highlighted that the \u201cVision for the Future\u201d project will provide customised prescription lenses to children who have had their natural lenses removed during cataract surgery but cannot afford the required lenses. The foundation is partnering with Windhoek Central Hospital and some medical doctors who will perform the surgeries.<\/p>\n

Dr Johanna Shuuluka, a local optometrist and deputy chairperson of SINASRA, praised the donation as a beacon of hope for hundreds of children at the School for the Visually Impaired. She reiterated SINASRA\u2019s commitment to empowering people living with albinism.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe aim to support people with albinism by ensuring they have equal opportunities and equal standing. It\u2019s also essential to help them see clearly. People with albinism often lack pigment in their skin, which affects their vision. Thanks to these magnifying glasses, we can ensure that everyone is well taken care of,\u201d Dr Shuuluka said.<\/p>\n

According to the 2023 Census and Housing Report, there are 38 000 Namibians living with albinism, with 1.3% of this population residing in rural areas and over 1.2% in urban areas.<\/p>\n

Fillemon Eliakim, Head of Department and acting principal of the School for the Visually-Impaired, believes the donation will help level the economic playing field for people with albinism by enabling their participation in education and daily activities without hindrance.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are working with about 150 children who have various types of visual impairments, including albinism, from different economic backgrounds. Many of them cannot afford these devices. As a school, we are incredibly grateful for this donation,\u201d Eliakim said.<\/p>\n

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