Knowledge that drives action. Tools that support change.

Resources

At KCCO, we believe that sharing practical knowledge is just as powerful as delivering care.
Our growing resource library supports eye care professionals, program managers, policymakers, researchers and educators across Africa with tools designed to strengthen systems, train teams and scale sustainable impact.

Whether you’re developing a national plan, launching a hospital program, or conducting training in remote areas. These resources are built to inform and empower your work.

Madagascar

Childhood Blindness Project report – Madagascar, July 2014

This report details childhood blindness outreach efforts in four regions of Madagascar (Analamanga, Vakinankaratra, SAVA, and Atsinanana), supported by KCCO and SEVA Canada. Using trained Key Informants, over 2,000 children were screened across multiple sites. The program provided treatment, glasses, and surgeries for children with visual impairments. Despite logistical challenges and budget overruns for medicine and glasses, the project met or exceeded key objectives and was widely appreciated by communities, health workers, and local leaders.

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Articles on Eye Care or Ophthalmology [1995–2018] – Madagascar

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A curated list of published articles from 1995 to 2018 addressing various aspects of eye care and ophthalmology in Madagascar. Topics include cataract services, childhood blindness, pediatric eye surgery, ocular trauma, task shifting in primary eye care, and rare ophthalmic conditions. The studies highlight both clinical and public health approaches to improving eye care across the country.

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