World Earth Day: Why it matters and this year’s theme | World news
In order to raise awareness about the importance of eye health, World Eye Day is observed every year on the second Thursday in October. This year’s theme is – “Love your face.” The campaign aims to encourage individuals to prioritize their health while advocating for accessible, affordable, and universal eye care.
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World Earth Day is coordinated by the International Institute for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), a London-based organization of nearly 200 members including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), civil society, corporate organizations, professional bodies, and research institutes are working. is the prevention of blindness.
Why is World Earth Day observed?
IAPB says that this day is observed worldwide. Here are some reasons to consider:
1. It is an opportunity to focus global attention on eye health as a global issue.
2. It raises awareness among individuals, families, and communities.
3. It is a platform to influence decision makers to prioritize eye health initiatives.
4. It builds demand for health services worldwide.
Eye health affects education, employment, quality of life, poverty, and other sustainable development goals. As it has a profound effect on the overall quality of life, this day is marked to encourage governments, companies, institutions, and individuals to call actively for universal access to health eye.
Past celebrations
According to the IAPB, in 2020, Queen Elizabeth II joined the ceremony. By 2021, over three million engagements to love your face have been recorded worldwide.
