International Women’s Day is an annual event that celebrates women’s rights, and calls for gender equality across the world.

Sightsavers fights for women’s rights by working with partners across Africa and Asia to dismantle the barriers that prevent women and girls from accessing health care. We also challenge negative stereotypes around disability, and campaign so women and girls can exercise their right to get an education, go to work and vote.

Worldwide, women don’t get the health care they need. This inequality increases their risk of disease, disability, gender-based violence and death. This is especially true for women and girls with disabilities.

When one woman is able to access essential health care, it can create a positive ripple effect that affects her life, her family and her community, both now and in the future. Your support can help us continue this vital work and take our inclusion projects to the next level.