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The 14th Annual Neglected Tropical Disease NGO Network (NNN) Conference is taking place this year on the 19th- 21st September in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. The NNN is a forum for non-governmental organisations working in neglected tropical diseases. The theme of the conference is “Reaching new frontiers- powering a new generation of leadership and cross-sectoral collaborations to end NTDs.”

This fisherman from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), lost his sight to River Blindness (Onchocerciasis) one of the Neglected Diseases (NTDs). Wushidi’s eyesight could have been saved – with better medical care, community awareness and health initiatives. Fortunately, others, like his son Saiko, can still be saved.

We are very happy to announce that CBM and our partners have been shortlisted for the Zero Project Award 2024 for three projects in Kenya, Guatemala, and Palestine.

The WHO reports a remarkable decline in global Trachoma risk to 115.7 million, with CBM interventions contributing significantly to this decline. By 2022, 17 countries such as Vanuatu in Oceania and Malawi in Africa have eradicated trachoma as a public health problem, while 5 others are close to certification.

Read Nanye's story about music, tradition, and the fight against Trachoma in Ethiopia.

CBM expanded its reach in 2022, impacting over 62 million people across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. With continued support, CBM aims to change more lives and strengthen local health systems.

Through CBM’s Community Based Inclusive Development (CBID) initiative, Nayana received training on disability rights. She has become a fearless advocate, championing the removal of physical barriers and challenging negative attitudes in her community.

Botchi's journey highlights the spirit and resilience of people facing adversity when given the support, resources and opportunities they need to thrive. They overcome challenges and become independent.

Community Based Inclusive Development (CBID) is a way of working that ensures persons with disabilities are respected and included in their communities on an equal basis, in all aspects of life. CBM's CBID work focuses specifically on disaster risk reduction for persons with disabilities, inclusive health, inclusive education and livelihoods. Our global CBID portfolio currently includes 166 projects implemented with 135 partners in 30 countries.

With 50 years of experience in emergency response, CBM has established the Inclusive Humanitarian Action initiative prioritizing the growing needs of persons with disabilities in times of crisis. In part two of this interview, Roland Schlott, Director of CBM's IHA, highlights the importance of establishing the initiative.

In today's world, the frequency and severity of natural disasters and crises have been on the rise, leaving millions of people in dire need of assistance.

On World Albinism Day, CBM calls for more support for those affected.