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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · 2d

The best part about working at @light-for-the-world.org is knowing that we’re creating lasting, sustainable change by investing in training local specialists and experts who continue to make a difference in their communities. #WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes

Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · 2d

On #WorldSightDay, we celebrate the “1, 2, 3... I Can See!” programme and four pioneering paediatric ophthalmologists in Africa.

Their work is changing lives: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/celebra...

#LoveYourEyes #EyeHealth #ChildEyeHealth

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Game Developer @gamedeveloper.bsky.social · 4d

Our news editor @kerrblimey.bsky.social has some advice for developers and PR reps looking to navigate the press slalom:

A quote from an article discussing how to engage with journalists that reads:

"No matter how cordial our correspondence, there might come a time when I have to report on you, your product, or your company in a way you no longer find beneficial or flattering. That is the job. Reporters are not an extension of your marketing department. We are not there to promote you, your product, or tailor headlines to meet your specific needs.

"Acknowledge this before you agree to an interview. Let the truth wash over you like a salve. You'll be better off for it."

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · 3d

Finally met in person my year-long colleague @kenziedu.bsky.social from Virtual SEA as she came to visit us in Germany. She’s even more bright and lovely in real life and a wonderful guest 🔆

Two women and a man taking a selfie, smiling and showing the victory sign with their hands.

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Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · 18d

On this International Day of Sign Languages, we celebrate the power of communication and the expertise driving inclusive education forward.

#SignLanguagesDay #InclusiveEducation #IDSL2025 #DisabilityInclusion #SouthSudan #ECW (1/4)

Alex, a student teacher, practises signs in front of a blackboard in a classroom at RNTTI.

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · 19d

sofie royer super star 🌟 #Cologne #Yuca #SofieRoyer @sofieroyer.be

Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · 26d

alle almans atmen auf

Große Handelsketten wie Lidl, Aldi und Penny senken Butterpreis

Die Butterpreise für Verbraucher in Deutschland sinken. Große Handelsketten senken den Preis für eine 250-Gramm-Packung ihrer Eigenmarken. Auch andere Butterprodukte verkaufen die Unternehmen günstiger.

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Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · Sep 1

From eye health in Burkina Faso to inclusive livelihoods in Ethiopia: our latest News Wrap is packed with impact!

Discover how we’re working with communities and partners to advance disability inclusion, health, and rights across Africa:
shorturl.at/T9B9o

#InclusiveFutures #ADA #InclusiveFutures

Powerful partnership brings eye care to thousands in Burkina Faso

Discover how Light for the World is transforming lives through eye care in Burkina Faso, disability inclusion in Kenya, and resilience-building projects in Ethiopia, Uganda, and Mozambique. Read the A...

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Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · Jul 29

July highlights from Light for the World 💡

1️⃣ Students and teachers in Tigray receive glasses to boost learning

2️⃣ Young people with disabilities graduate with life-changing skills

3️⃣Entrepreneurs with disabilities share top business tips

And more!
Read here: https://bit.ly/46yr4j0

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taz @taz.de · Aug 8

Zum Unabhängigkeitstag in Indonesien wehen landesweit die Nationalflaggen – aber nicht nur. Eine Fahne aus dem Manga One Piece sorgt für Kritik.

Indonesischer Unabhängigkeitstag: Regierungskritik mit Manga-Referenz

Zum Unabhängigkeitstag in Indonesien wehen landesweit die Nationalflaggen – aber nicht nur. Eine Fahne aus dem Manga One Piece sorgt für Kritik.

taz.de

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · Aug 4

there's no bain in life like bain au chocolat

A man bathing in a tub full of hot chocolate.

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · Aug 4

My summer holiday reading list 📚 #readiverse #booksky #bookstodon

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · Jul 21

Breathed new life into my 2019 Redmi 7A, saving it from e-waste! Now running Android 15 thanks to a @lineageos.org custom ROM. Seized the opportunity to fully de-Google with #FOSS apps from F-Droid. Living without #BigTech is not only possible, but sustainable and surprisingly smooth!

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Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · Jul 16

Meet Dr. Claudette Yaméogo, Burkina Faso's only paediatric ophthalmologist, highlighted in a report by @apnews.com.

Supported by a Light for the World scholarship, Dr. Yaméogo is driving change by preventing and treating childhood eye diseases.

Read the full story here: www.ap.org/news-highlig...

Burkina Faso's only eye doctor for children sees the trauma of both play and conflict | The Associated Press

BOBO-DIOULASSO, Burkina Faso (AP) — Isaka Diallo was playing with friends when a stone struck his left eye. For two weeks, his parents searched hospitals

www.ap.org

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Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · Jul 11

📣 Out now: Light for the World’s 2024 Annual Report:

✅1.45M people reached in eye health & disability inclusion

✅10M+ doses of medication against blinding diseases

✅40K+ empowered to find work

✅ Strategy 2030 launched

Discover our impact: bit.ly/44E0r9p

#DisabilityInclusion #EyeHealth

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Junch @junchgaming.bsky.social · Jul 1

We're at nearly 200 entries for the Play for Peace: Games for Palestine Charity 🇵🇸!!! Let's get it over the milestone, guys!

So incredibly touched by all the support to the campaign to date, and we'd love to see more games submitted ❤️

Link below 👇

itch.io/jam/games-fo...

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Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · Jun 26

From spotlighting refugees with disabilities to building inclusive governance, our June News Wrap is packed with stories of impact. Read about our work and successes in June. #EyeHealth #DisabilityInclusion

Spotlight on refugees with disabilities - Light for the World International

From spotlighting refugees with disabilities to building inclusive governance, Light for the World's eye health and disability rights news.

www.light-for-the-world.org

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · Jun 16

Actual real life footage

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Southeast Asian Games Showcase (SEAGS) @seagshowcase.bsky.social · Jun 7

That concludes the first Southeast Asian Games Showcase: Summer Game Fest Edition!

Thank you for supporting the amazing Southeast Asian developers at our show! 🌏

Watch the full showcase over our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@SEAGamesSho...

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · Jun 4

Got a painting but it felt like something crucial was missing...

Me:

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · May 25

Some cute birds #birdsofbluesky #birdsofmastodon

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · May 25

More nice plants #bloomscrolling

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Andreas Betsche @mauskino.bsky.social · May 25

Some nice plants #bloomscrolling

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Junch @junchgaming.bsky.social · May 9

I consider @virtualseasia.com one of two of the most vital institutions/resources representing Southeast Asia's games scenes. The people who run it are deeply passionate, thoughtful and good people who are doing this on their own time and dime. Please support: Kofi link here ko-fi.com/virtualseasia

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Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · Apr 22

What are your “red flags” when it comes to disability inclusion gone wrong? Here’s what three #WeCanWork youth advocates had to say. #WCW #GDS2025 #CommitToChange @suuhu.bsky.social @iddc.bsky.social

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Light for the World @light-for-the-world.org · Apr 22

We’ve asked the three youth advocates about accessibility features at the Global Disability Summit 2025. Here’s what they discovered! #WeCanWork #WCW #GDS2025 #CommitToChange @suuhu.bsky.social @iddc.bsky.social

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