Ella Gudwin

Social entrepreneur. Eyeglasses evangelist. Global health advocate. Mom. Walker not a runner, preferably in the woods.

[Jorge Martin ☭ @marxistJorge]

Thousands of Bangladesh garment workers at Gazipur observe the call for a general strike to bring down the regime. Reports of garment workers strikes in Kaliakoir as well.

[zainab ☭ @marxsaidso]

this is possibly the best art you’ll see today. streets of bangladesh by students.

[Ella Gudwin @ellarain]

@bbcworldservice In Europe and the US >88% of people who need glasses have them. In low income countries glasses coverage rates are 3-15%. Imagine 1 billion people globally can’t see to earn, learn and be safe.

[VisionSpring @VisionSpring]

"You already understand the impact [eyeglasses] have on one’s ability to learn, earn a living, and stay safe on the roadways." Thank you @ExpHealthcare for publishing this powerful article co-authored by @ellarain and @AnshuTaneja https://t.co/okdHZXNfkw

[Ella Gudwin @ellarain]

Join VisionSpring on Clubhouse for Sunday Blessing w/ @jacquespiverger, @SteinSamantha, @OfficialDHam, @KatColeATL, @DPBell, @KunalSood, @JayRosenzweig, @DearFranny, @leitihsu, @ToniThai, Sun, May 16 at 1:15 PM EDT on @clubhouse. https://t.co/znCWQOmTEI

[Ella Gudwin @ellarain]

@VisionSpring @sulekharana1987 @IAPB1 @Vision2020Info @Shell @CommunityOphth1 @GV2020_org @RpgFoundation @Castrol @MORTHIndia It’s a very proud moment Sulekha!!

[Ella Gudwin @ellarain]

@devex @SeeChange4all Handheld refractive devices are here and costs are coming down. And patient/customer-lead diagnosis are on the horizon

[Ella Gudwin @ellarain]

@AstridBonfield @devex @SeeChange4all My two favorites: 1) Eyeglasses coverage rates (which tells us progress toward universal coverage for those needing vision correction with glasses) and 2) First-time wearer rates (which tells us how fast we are getting there by reaching previously unserved people)

[VisionSpring @VisionSpring]

Last week we were honored to have Dr. @praveenvashist from @aiims_newdel join us for a dialogue session, sharing expert insight on how eye care can adapt to #COVID19. Thank you for the critical knowledge as we forge our path pack to glasses. #newnormal #gratitude

[Ella Gudwin @ellarain]

@lowri_moore Keep doing great advocacy work Lowri! Your voice and experience matters.

[Ella Gudwin @ellarain]

Important win! #EyeCare #GlassesChangeLives

[Clearly @ClearlyWorld]

We are delighted that the @UN's Political Declaration on Universal Health Coverage includes a commitment to address eye health conditions - a first for the UN. #HLMUHC @UHC2030

[VisionSpring @VisionSpring]

#weekendwatch Recap our @Catalyst2030 session featuring our CEO, @ellarain & founder @JKassalow���!
They discuss our goal of supplying 1 million units of #PPE via pooled procurement, and our preparations for a #newnormal in eye care. #covidresponse
https://t.co/vq0STifOcG

[Ella Gudwin @ellarain]

Patricia Sagna Memorial Internship for Women of Color in Logistics https://t.co/yDh7sUZ1lg

[VisionSpring @VisionSpring]

#Announcing: the Patricia Sagna Memorial #Internship for #WomenofColor in Logistics
In honor of former employee, Patricia Sagna, the internship aims to advance more women, particularly women of color, into careers in int'l dev & supply chain management. https://t.co/k14LD0aKTZ

[VisionSpring @VisionSpring]

Proud to work alongside partners like @LeviStraussCo as we respond to #covid19. Their response was quick & support steadfast. We are working hard to make sure everyone, & especially front line #healthworkers, has access to reusable #masks.
#masks4all #gratitude #socialimpact

[Ella Gudwin @ellarain]

@ShahJalalSJ1 @saberhc @VisionSpring @USAID_BD @LEVIS @Target @WilliamsSonoma Thank you @saberhc for your leadership and support! Here’s to Bangladesh becoming the first country with a clear vision garment sector.

[VisionSpring @VisionSpring]

Delighted to share we reached 1 million people across India in 2019 with the wonder of clear vision by creating easy access to vision screening camps and providing eyeglasses. Over 3.8 million people in India now see well with VisionSpring eyeglasses since its inception.
#SDGs

[VisionSpring @VisionSpring]

#DriveSafeIndia initiative by @Shell India & VisionSpring gains momentum as @NewMngPort joins hands to provide clear vision to drivers & transportation workers transiting through #India's 7th largest port. #Eyeglasses make roads safer for all users.
https://t.co/FqWP1SgqgS

[VisionSpring @VisionSpring]

Thank you @NewMngPort for your partnership!
In the program assessment, 25% of #drivers couldn't see road signs at 20-30 meters, and failed to meet the standard required for a driver’s license.
#Eyeglasses make roads safer for all. Inviting allies to join us!
#roadsafety #SDG3

[NBC News @NBCNews]

WATCH: Greta Thunberg passionately shares her message to world leaders at #UNGA:

"We'll be watching you ... You'll come to us young people for hope. How dare you! You have stolen my dreams and my childhood with your empty words ... People are suffering. People are dying."

[VisionSpring @VisionSpring]

"#India needs a “National #Mission on Clear #Vision through Eyeglasses" says @AnshuTaneja, Country Director,@VisionSpring India in this article -"Put Your #Glasses On: The Indian Economy Needs the Wonder of Clear Vision" in @BWBusinessworld
Read more:https://t.co/YTWevi2KfI
#SDGs