Become Volunteer We make a difference in people’s lives.
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We make a difference in people’s lives.
Are you ready to join us?

Are you an optometrist or an ophthalmologist, and are you willing to make a difference in the lives of refugees? The Mobile Ophthalmology Clinic of Light Without Borders is on a mission to provide essential eye care services to those in need.

Who we are and what we do

Light Without Borders is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing professional eye care services to refugee communities in Greece through its exclusive mobile ophthalmology clinic. Our services include eye exams, prescription glasses, reading glasses, and sunglasses, as well as organizing hospital surgeries for severe cases.

We need you!

As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact by:

  • Participating in screenings outside the clinic
  • Performing optometric and ophthalmologic exams in the clinic
  • Providing lenses and ready-to-wear glasses to patients
  • Detecting possible pathologies for surgery referral
  • Contributing to additional tasks based on your skills and interests

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is an optometrist or ophthalmologist
  • Speaks English fluently
  • Is ready to join a 7-10 day expedition, visiting refugee communities in Greece
  • Is willing to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment
  • Possesses good communication skills, flexibility, reliability, and an open mind

What we offer

This is a great opportunity to support a project with purpose and impact, one that will undoubtedly give you a sense of accomplishment. Moreover, you’ll be exposed to humanitarian work that could lead to other development opportunities. We will cover your accommodation for the entire expedition, pick you up, and drop you off at the airport.

Are you interested in joining us?

If you are interesting in cooperating with us please, fill out this form and we will contact you. 

If you’re passionate about providing eye care services to refugees and making a tangible difference as a volunteer, we’d love to hear from you!

    Upcoming expeditions & Events

    Free eye clinic in Athens [3-13 December 2024]

    Light Without Borders is excited to announce our next Mobile Eye Clinic Expedition in Thessaloniki! After the success of our previous expeditions, where we provided life-changing eye care to over 1,600 patients, we are returning to continue our mission of restoring vision and hope to refugees in Greece.

    December 3, 2024 - December 13, 2024

    Your support can change lives: donate today and give hope to those who need it most.

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