Restore Sight. Change a Life.
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide. A simple 15‑minute cataract operation can restore vision, dignity and opportunity, yet millions remain in darkness because they cannot afford care.
From Darkness to Hope: Dedem’s Journey
Our Impact
42,500+
cataract surgeries performed
96%
of patients regained vision
98%
satisfaction rate among patients
Mobile Clinic
in rural Mali
Cataracts in Mali
In Mali, an estimated 80,000 cataract surgeries are required each year, yet fewer than 10,000 are performed. As a result, tens of thousands of people remain unnecessarily blind. With the support of partners and donors, Embrace Relief is helping restore sight and hope to communities across Mali.Embrace Relief is in the area performing life-changing cataract surgeries for those in need.
Our Approach
Awareness & Outreach
Communities are educated about cataracts and informed that treatment is safe, effective, and accessible.
Screening
Patients are carefully examined to identify those in need of cataract surgery and ensure they are prepared for the procedure.
Surgery
A quick, low-risk operation is performed to remove the cataract and restore clear vision to the patient.
Post-Surgery Care
Follow-up care and checkups are provided to ensure proper healing and long-term vision improvement.
Give The Gift of sight
With just $120, you can sponsor a cataract surgery in Mali, restoring sight to someone in need. Your gift provides dignity, independence, and the chance to live life to the fullest once again.
Have Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions About Cataracts
The main types are:
- Phacoemulsification (common in developed regions)
- Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS), cost-effective and widely used in low-resource areas
- Extracapsular and intracapsular techniques (less common).
You can:
- Donate to cover the full cost of a surgery (USD 120)
- Sponsor medical equipment or clinic outreach
- Volunteer (e.g., trained ophthalmologists)
- Spread awareness and support ongoing programs.
Cure Cataracts and the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Embrace Relief’s Cure Cataracts program is designed in accordance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The SDGs are a blueprint for achieving a peaceful, prosperous, equitable and sustainable future for all of humanity, and together the 17 goals serve as targets for worldwide cooperation to meet and overcome the greatest challenges we face. All of Embrace Relief’s programs contribute to the realization of at least two SDGs.
Since 2013, Embrace Relief has provided more than 40,000 cataract surgeries and 550,000 comprehensive health screenings worldwide through our operation of medical centers, mobile health clinics and medical camps, and in conjunction with our global network of partner organizations.
Many children have received cataract surgeries thanks to Embrace Relief, giving them the opportunity to learn at the same pace as their peers in school.
Adults who have their eyesight restored have more opportunities to pursue productive careers with fewer physical restrictions.
