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Measuring what matters: the Peek approach to impact

Many programmes measure success by the number of people screened or treated. This, however, does not tell the whole story. Providing programmes with better data allows for improved efficacy and impact, capturing those potentially being left behind.

7 Oct 2019 Read More

Meet The Team: Karen Sparrow

Peek team member Karen Sparrow, Head of Global Programme Training, speaks about her impressive career to-date as well as providing fascinating insight into the Peek Training process.

23 Aug 2019 Read More

Nobody left behind: how Peek contributes to better health for all

Peek CEO & co-Founder Dr Andrew Bastawrous highlights the role Peek and its partners across the sector play in making Universal Health Coverage a reality, and ensure no-one is left behind when accessing eye care.

12 Jul 2019 Read More

Peek - what’s in a name?

A blog from our Communications team on why Peek no longer uses the Portable Eye Examination Kit - PEEK - acronym, and how this change reflects our exciting journey towards bringing better vision and health for everyone.

1 May 2019 Read More

Peek wins prestigious African Union award for innovation

Peek Vision’s school eye health screening and treatment programme in Kenya has been announced as the overall winner of the 2018 All African Public Service Innovation Awards (AAPSIA 2018) at a ceremony held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

6 Dec 2018 Read More

We are incredibly sad to share the news that last week our wonderful friend and colleague Karen Sparrow passed away… https://t.co/AYYlxYzllQ

Posted 21 months ago

RT @CBMworldwide: Today on #WorldBrailleDay lets celebrate the significance of Braille as a means of communication in the full realization…

Posted 21 months ago

As the end of the year approaches, we want to say a huge thank you to our partners & supporters working tirelessly… https://t.co/Q6UJOqlDhs

Posted 21 months ago

There's still time to apply for our #ProductManager role! This is an exciting time to join Peek as we enter a new s… https://t.co/lH4EOPcyrU

Posted 22 months ago

RT @IAPB1: In May 2021, to address the unmet need in eye care, @WHO countries agreed to adopt two ambitious eye health targets: ✓ 40% incre…

Posted 22 months ago

RT @IAPB1: Our IAPB ‘Innovators’ Eye Health Heroes have embraced innovative ideas and created possibilities. They challenge the status quo…

Posted 22 months ago

#RAAB7 enables data collection on priority #eyehealth indicators to track progress towards universal health coverag… https://t.co/wnn53r7Ll8

Posted 22 months ago

RT @Sightsavers_Pol: Find out how RAAB7, developed by @ICEH_LSHTM & @peekteam, will help prevent avoidable vision loss. https://t.co/lwi3uh…

Posted 22 months ago

We're recruiting a #ProductManager to facilitate rollout of our product at scale. It’s a great time to join our tea… https://t.co/Acxo6uF6u7

Posted 22 months ago

The new Rapid Assessment of Avoidable Blindness (#RAAB7) includes: 📱 Mobile app for vision screening & data colle… https://t.co/TiBwKsPONU

Posted 22 months ago

RT @IAPB1: #2030InSight LIVE is the IAPB event we have all been waiting for! A new format, a new agenda, and a new set of priorities. And…

Posted 22 months ago

What are the key features of #RAAB7 compared to previous versions? And what benefits can it bring to the sector? P… https://t.co/yhp8FzSWif

Posted 22 months ago

Data from RAAB surveys informs effective eye health planning & contributes to global #eyehealth estimates. The new… https://t.co/BAxQPVifso

Posted 22 months ago

RT @catalyst_fund: To plan & evaluate impactful eye health services to prevent avoidable vision loss, it's vital to understand the needs of…

Posted 22 months ago

#RAAB7 officially launches today! The new & expanded version of the Rapid Assessment of Avoidable Blindness survey… https://t.co/nQuRCtRFqm

Posted 22 months ago

RT @SeeChange4all: Addressing poor vision among children is crucial, which is why we have partnered with @CooperVision, @peekteam and the A…

Posted 22 months ago

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36 million people worldwide are blind. Four in five of them could keep their sight with simple surgery or treatment. Millions more can't see clearly, yet need no more than a simple pair of glasses. We won't stop until everyone has been linked to the treatment and services they need.