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Another myth. Debunked.

We’re challenging false beliefs about the climate crisis.

All four myths are explained in our latest article:
www.light-for-the-world.org/news/four-my...
#COP30 #ClimateAction
November 17, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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Myth: The climate crisis affects everyone in the same way.

Fact: People with disabilities often face the greatest risks and the fewest resources.

We’re tackling four myths like this one.

Watch the video and read more:
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#COP30 #ClimateAction
November 14, 2025 at 9:12 AM
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The climate crisis is real. So are the myths that slow down progress.

We’re sharing four short videos to challenge common misconceptions.

Each one links to an article that explains the facts.

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#COP30 #ClimateAction @cop30brazil.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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We are proud to support this journey alongside our partners, the adidas Foundation and the South Sudan Association of Visually Impaired (SSAVI), using sport to promote inclusion across South Sudan.
Banner showing South Sudan Blind Football team promotion for African Championship in Uganda, with players in action and logos.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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The team now advance to the Division 1 African Championship next year, the next step on the path to the Paralympics in 2028.
South Sudan Blind Football team celebrates with dancing after winning African Championship Division 2.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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This is a historic moment for a team competing in a sport that only arrived in South Sudan five years ago. Their success is a strong reminder of the power of inclusive sports.
South Sudan Blind Football players raise arms in celebration, holding national flag after historic victory.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Yona Sabri Ellon opened the scoring from the penalty spot (his fifth goal of the tournament) before captain Martin Ladu Paul added two more to seal the victory.
South Sudan player in white and blue challenges Uganda defender for the ball during African Championship final.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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South Sudan’s national Blind Football Team have won the African Championship Division 2, defeating hosts Uganda 3–0 in the final! ⚽ #BlindFootball #UnitedBySport #SouthSudan
Gold trophy with red and blue ribbons displayed for winners of African Blind Football Championship Division 2.
October 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Congratulations to Team South Sudan for showing what inclusive sport can achieve, and best of luck for the final match!
South Sudan Blind Football player in white and blue lifts arms while interacting with team staff on the pitch.
October 28, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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On scoring South Sudan's first ever international goal in blind football, striker Yona Sabri said: “It shows the whole world that South Sudan does well at inclusive sports, where no one should be left behind because of disability.”
South Sudan player in white and blue raises arms in celebration near the goal during Blind Football match.
October 28, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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In their opening matches, the team delivered outstanding performances — winning 3–0 against Uganda and 2–0 against Zimbabwe. The victories mean South Sudan has earnt a place in the Division 1 African Championship, bringing them one step closer to the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.
South Sudan player in white and blue attempts a shot near goal as Uganda defenders and goalkeeper block.
October 28, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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Updates from the African Blind Football Championship in Uganda ⚽

We’re proud to support the South Sudan blind football team! #BlindFootball #UnitedBySport #SouthSudan
South Sudan players in white and blue contest the ball with Uganda players in black and red during Blind Football.
October 28, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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It’s here!

The first edition of our international newsletter just dropped. Meet Doreck Ankunda, an actress and disability inclusion advocate from Uganda, and discover how she sparks change through film.

Subscribe: www.light-for-the-world.org/newsletter/

#DisabilityRights #EyeHealth
Doreck Ankunda smiling with her arms crossed.
October 22, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Meet the people changing the world, one story at a time.

Our new newsletter brings you powerful stories and expertise from across Africa.

Subscribe now and be part of the change: https://www.light-for-the-world.org/newsletter/

#InclusionMatters #EyeHealth #DisabilityRights
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October 17, 2025 at 7:02 AM
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Something exciting is coming to your inbox.

Real stories. Real change. Real people.

Stay tuned. We’re launching something special on October 22.

#DisabilityInclusion #EyeHealth #LightForTheWorld
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October 15, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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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
A bright yellow background featuring four paediatric ophthalmologists wearing professional attire, including white coats and a striped shirt. Overlaid text in bold black letters on a yellow banner reads: “Pioneers of child eye health.” In the top-right corner, there is the Light for the World logo.
October 9, 2025 at 7:43 AM
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Dr Rebecca Lusobya is transforming child eye health in Uganda.

Her work through the “1, 2, 3... I Can See!” programme is making a lasting impact: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/dr-rebe...

#WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes #EyeHealth #ChildEyeHealth
Dr Rebecca Lusobya is a paediatric ophthalmologist at Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala, Uganda. She wears a white doctor's coat and is lookng at the camera.
October 8, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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Dr Claudette Yaméogo is a champion for child eye health in Burkina Faso.

Her work through the “1, 2, 3... I Can See!” programme is changing lives: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/dr-clau...

#WorldSightDay #LoveYourEyes #EyeHealth #ChildEyeHealth
Dr Yaméogo testing the eyes of a four-year-old patient using a tool and a smartphone with the picture of a blue butterfly.
October 7, 2025 at 9:46 AM
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Dr Isaac Vasco da Gama is transforming child eye health in Mozambique.

As #WorldSightDay nears, we celebrate his work and the success of the “1, 2, 3... I Can See!” programme: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/mozambi...

#LoveYourEyes #EyeHealth #ChildEyeHealth
A healthcare professional in a white coat and gloves gently removes an eye patch from a seated patient in a brightly lit clinic corridor.
October 6, 2025 at 8:09 AM
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The training is part of @educannotwait.bsky.social in partnership with @savechildrenuk.bsky.social, Plan International, @unesco.org, the @nrc-global.bsky.social and Finn Church Aid. Learn more: www.light-for-the-world.org/news/inclusi... (4/4)
Moses on his new tricycle surrounded by his classmates. Moses has his arm raised and is smiling. His classmates are also smiling.
September 23, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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From national teacher training institutes to remote classrooms, our work is reshaping inclusive education.

A human right that can only be achieved with sign language. (3/4)
Beatrice, a teacher practising signs in front of a blackboard in her class at RNTTI.
September 23, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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Over 1,400 educators in South Sudan are being equipped with sign language, braille, and inclusive learning techniques to ensure every child, regardless of ability, has access to quality education. (2/4)
Peter Kachinga, a Disability Inclusion Facilitator, delivers training for student teachers in a classroom.
September 23, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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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.
September 23, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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Jacqueline Bungart, Senior Expert for ##HumanitarianAction at Light for the World, said:

“In times of disaster, the mortality rate among people with disabilities is two to four times higher than that of those without disabilities." (2/3)
Jacqueline Bungart, Senior Expert for Humanitarian Action at Light for the World, wearing a yellow “Licht für die Welt” t- shirt, speaks into a microphone while holding a paper with the same logo. Behind them is a banner showing a child with walking aids and the logo. A building with windows is visible in the background.
August 19, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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On #WorldHumanitarianDay 2025, we joined forces with @caritas-austria.bsky.social, @diakoniekh.bsky.social, Global Responsibility, @roteskreuzat.bsky.social and @volkshilfe.bsky.social to cycle through Vienna and call for more humanity in humanitarian action. (1/2) #SupportHumanity #Radkonvoi
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August 19, 2025 at 1:29 PM