By Diane Weatherup | Development Director
“I enjoy it. I’m happy when I help someone!” - Banchi (School Teacher, Southern Ethiopia)
To tackle the spread of trachoma in schools, Orbis has established school eye care clubs across Ethiopia, where students learn how to take good care of their eyes and what to do if their vision begins to deteriorate; and the importance of hygiene for good eye care.
Banchi has been teaching biology for five years in a school in southern Ethiopia. Three years ago, she received training from Orbis in primary eye care, allowing her to diagnose eye conditions and refer students at the school she works in. Banchi's role also includes managing the school eye care club – pupils join and learn about trachoma, eye care and the importance of good hygiene. Pupils then share this knowledge among their peers, families and community.
There are fifty students in Banchi’s club, and they do a performance every semester on trachoma and eye care, which the whole school attends.
Banchi points out that it’s not just the pupils that come and watch, but people from the community also. A typical performance includes poems, a short play, and a song accompanied by a traditional dance.
Banchi’s role is an important one, and she is making a difference in the school and the community, ensuring everyone is using the clean water provided!
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