Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology (PAO) Rolls Out "EyeBags" Project for School Children
The
Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology (PAO) has recently organized “EyeBags,” a
campaign that seeks to support the education of students from underprivileged families
through the donation of various school materials. Incorporating ‘green’ into
the advocacy, eye doctors from all over the Philippines have committed to
donate hundreds of unused bags from medical conferences that they attend every
year.
“These
convention bags are highly functional. Instead of throwing these
away, we thought of engaging all the eye doctors who are members of the PAO to
donate the bags and reach out to Filipino school children in need of support.
The project has grown tremendously that we have expanded to donating other school
materials to help promote and enhance students’ learning experience in their
schools,” shared Dr. Johann Michael Reyes, PAO Committee Chair for Public
Relations.
This
year, volunteers from the PAO and graduates from
Xavier High School, Class of ’82 trooped
to Paraway Mangyan Elementary School in
Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro to distribute bags, school
supplies, clothing items and teaching materials that will benefit both
students and teachers. “We believe that education is one of the best
ways to change society. With this project, we endeavour to help instil hope in
the hearts of Filipino children, one Eye Bag at a time,” Dr. Reyes said.
The PAO accepts donations through its
secretariat. Individuals and organizations may contact PAO at 813-5318 or send
their donations to Unit 815 Medical Plaza Makati Condominium, Amorsolo corner
Dela Rosa Streets, Legaspi Village, Makati.
The PAO is an internationally-recognized
specialty society of ophthalmologists in the Philippines. It aims to ensure
access to quality eye care for Filipinos. The PAO commits to continuously
develop its members professionally through clinical education, research and
practice management, in a collegial and harmonious environment, contributing to
ethical, professional and compassionate practice. For more information about
the PAO, please visit: www.pao.org.ph.
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