SECO International adopted a resolution at its
recently held Board of Directors meeting to endorse the Optometry
Giving Sight charity. The Optometry Giving Sight initiative works
to eliminate uncorrected refractive error - the leading cause of
blindness and impaired vision globally. "SECO is proud to endorse
this program devoted to improving eye care in some of the world's
most underserved areas," said Doug Clark, O.D., president of SECO
International. SECO will add Optometry Giving Sight's logo and a
link to their website in its monthly e-Newsletter sent to optometry
professionals from around the world. "The support of the Southern
Council of Optometrists is a fantastic boost for our fundraising
efforts in the United States," said Dr. Victor Connors, a National
Committee member of Optometry Giving Sight. "Having a proponent
that represents most of the southern United States will help Optometry
Giving Sight grow its Practice Giving Program and base of donors.
Doing so will help optometry give sight to millions in need."
About Optometry Giving Sight
Optometry Giving Sight is a joint initiative
of the World Optometry Foundation (WOF), the International Centre
of Eyecare (ICEE) and the International Agency for the Prevention
of Blindness (IAPB). Established in 2003, Optometry Giving Sight
supports programs to train and resource people in developing countries
to implement sustainable, quality vision care. In 2007, Optometry Giving Sight is providing
funds to support programs in Sri Lanka, East Timor, South Africa
and East Africa. Donations to Optometry Giving Sight are tax deductible
and can be made by visiting their website at www.givingsight.org.