What We Do
At IEVA, we are committed to advancing equity in health, education, and empowerment through strategic, community-driven interventions. Our work spans four key pillars that reflect our mission to build healthier, more informed, and resilient communities:
Youth Empowerment Projects
We believe that young people are catalysts for positive change. IEVA’s youth programs focus on building leadership, health awareness, and life skills through:
- Capacity-building workshops and mentorship
- Health literacy and eye health awareness sessions
- Vocational and entrepreneurial skill development
- Volunteer opportunities that foster civic engagement
Community Outreach
IEVA designs and delivers outreach initiatives tailored to underserved populations across Jordan and Palestine. These efforts aim to promote health equity and build trust within communities through:
- Health awareness campaigns and screenings
- Collaborations with local organizations and civil society groups
- Donation drives for glasses, medications, and essential items
- Support for vulnerable groups, including women, children, and refugees
Primary Health & Eye Care Services
We provide professional, accessible, and community-centered eye care services, supported by education, research, and innovation. Our comprehensive service areas include:
Clinical Services
- Comprehensive Eye Examinations
- Diagnosis and Management of Eye Diseases (glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy)
- Refractive Error Correction (glasses and contact lenses)
- Pediatric Eye Care
- Low Vision Rehabilitation
- Pre- and Post-operative Care
- Vision Therapy and Emergency Eye Care
Education & Training
- CPD programs for optometrists and ophthalmologists
- Public awareness campaigns
- Training workshops for professionals
- Internship and residency placements for students
Research & Innovation
- Clinical research in treatments and technologies
- Epidemiological studies on visual impairment
- Innovation in eye care delivery models and tele-optometry
Public Health Initiatives
- Mobile eye clinics
- School and workplace screening programs
- Vision promotion and health education campaigns
Community-Based Projects
IEVA leads field-based initiatives in collaboration with local partners to meet pressing health and empowerment needs. These projects exemplify our on-the-ground impact:
Al-Salt Women’s Empowerment and Eye Health Campaign
In partnership with the Women’s Development Association in Al-Salt, this project combined health education, vision screening, and the donation of over 200 eyeglasses and medications, empowering women through health access and awareness.
Cultural Collaboration with the Sons of Lifta Association
A joint initiative merging community health screenings with cultural heritage programs, reinforcing collective identity while addressing pressing health needs.
Charity Marathon with Rajwa Foundation & Al-Ahliyya Amman University
A collaborative event to raise awareness and support for cancer patients, mobilizing community engagement and promoting healthy lifestyles.
Individual Case Support
IEVA provided targeted support for a young child diagnosed with brain cancer, coordinating access to treatment and raising community awareness of rare pediatric conditions.
Collaborative Workforce in Eye Care Provision at a Refugee Camp in Jordan
In November 2024, a volunteer-led medical outreach was conducted at a UNRWA refugee camp in Jordan, aiming to deliver essential eye care services to a population with limited access to healthcare. This initiative united healthcare professionals from diverse disciplines, each contributing their specialized skills to establish a comprehensive and integrated care model.
The collaborative approach not only addressed the immediate vision health needs of the refugee community but also served as a platform to enhance workforce capabilities. By fostering interdisciplinary teamwork, the project demonstrated the effectiveness of coordinated care delivery in challenging environments, ensuring sustainable improvements in eye health outcomes.
Responding to the Urgent Eye Care Needs of Refugees in Jordan
The first week of March 2025 underscored the critical need for dedicated eye care professionals in the region—those who are committed to genuinely caring for and serving vulnerable communities.
In response, IEVA partnered with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and Dr. Yazan Gammoh to mobilize expertise and networks for launching the largest humanitarian eye care campaign ever undertaken for refugees in Jordan.
This ambitious initiative aims to provide comprehensive vision screenings and eye health assessments to over one million refugees across approximately 20 camps throughout the country.
Despite significant challenges and limited resources, IEVA remains resolute in its mission to deliver high-quality eye care services and improve the vision health of those most in need.