Kabul Blind School has been a focus of A Better World for the past 5 years since the first visit in 2004. The school has 130 children of all ages and the only blind school in Kabul. A Better World has started several small programs in the past. In 2009 ABW has arranged to test all blind children as some have low vision and others could receive improved vision after surgery. Local eye surgeon and Kabul University Professor dr. Hosham and Kabul ABW project Manager Rosemary Stasek of “a Little Help” will manage this project. The school also lacks Braille books, white walking canes, supplies and musical instruments. The school also needs assistance of volunteers who are trained to teachers of blind children. See Eric’s trip blog to Afghanistan
Project Start Date:
May 15, 2009
Projected Completion:
December 15, 2009
Project Representative:
Eric Rajah
Ph. 403-340-9681
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Project Cost:
$ 25,000
Funds Received:
$ 5,000
Balance Needed:
$ 20,000
Major Donor:
Lacombe Rotary Club
Partner Donor(s):
Project Updates
June 2010:
During this site visit and needs assessment, the school’s various needs were discussed as well as the progress with the eye exams and surgeries. There are significant improvements for those who have received the surgery in one eye. Many in this group are now awaiting surgery for the other eye. The next group of students is prepared for an assessment to determine whether surgery will benefit them. We are corresponding with the Canadian Embassy to supply the needed repair for the Braille printer and the shipment of the canes and other needed supplies. Plans were made for A Better World’s future contributions to further eye examinations for the students during our visit with Dr. Hosham.
September 2009: For complete list of treatment plans for each child and financial report please click here for PDF file.
August 2009: Dr. Hosham from the University of Kabul has assessed all of the children at Kabul Blind School. He has sent a complete report on each child along with the treatment plan. As funds are received children will be cared for. For more information please click her
Afghanistan – Kabul – Kabul Blind School
