Organization: Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre
Project title: HearKilimanjaro
Primary region: AFR
Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Event Description:
Our World Hearing Day 2025 event is a nationally supported movement bringing the nation to Kilimanjaro. Subthemed “HearKilimanjaro,” we aim to raise awareness about hearing loss and promote ear and hearing care in the Kilimanjaro region. Activities will include:
1. Free audiological assessments and cerumen removal for underserved communities.
2. Host community outreach sessions on preventing and managing hearing loss, including safe listening practices.
3. Partner with local schools, hearing aid technologists and ENT professionals to showcase assistive technologies and support services.
4. Organizing a walk to foster public engagement.
This event will also feature testimonial sharing from hearing aid users and collaborative discussions to address hearing care gaps. With this initiative, we aim to impact over 1000 individuals, emphasizing the importance of hearing health as part of overall well-being.
Submitter: Desderius Chussi