This project is supported by the Japanese subsidiary of L'OCCITANE en Provence.
Context
In Japan, the system of vision screening for neonates and infants is defaulting because of the lack of collaboration between neonatologists, pediatricians, ophtalmologists and educators. While 85% of pediatric visual deficit caused by ocular anomalies occures within the 1st year after birth, detection and treatment of these severe eye diseases are often delayed, and special education for children with visual impairment is insufficient.
Supported Project
In 2022-2023, L'OCCITANE Japan supports the extansion of eye care project of the Japanese Association of Pediatric Ophtalmology (JAPO).
This project aims to raise awareness of the detection, treatment and care of eye defects in young children so that their development can be facilitated despite their visual impairment. By creating a link between families and medical teams, the aim is to encourage their collaboration through awareness courses and educational workshops.
Some Figures
Goal 6,100 beneficiaries
Budget 30,000 euros
History of the partnership
L'OCCITANE Japan and the L'OCCITANE Foundation already supported the Japanese Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology's (JAPO) project to detect early visual impairment, treat it and provide special care needed to facilitate the development of affected children.
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