BGMEA, Helen Keller to collaborate on providing eye health services

Business Desk :
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has been making committed efforts to improving the well-being of the garment workers in Bangladesh.
The BGMEA is also prioritizing the health and well-being of workers as essential for the growth, reputation, and long-term sustainability of the RMG industry.
As part of the ongoing efforts, BGMEA has partnered with Helen Keller, a global organization dedicated to preventing blindness and promoting eye health, to provide comprehensive eye care services to garment workers, reports, BSS.
In an inception workshop held at BGMEA Complex today, the representatives of BGMEA and Helen Keller expressed their commitment to implement the eye care initiative. The focus of this partnership is on providing primary eye care services, including basic eye examinations, prescriptionglasses, and referrals for more complex eye disorders.
Speaking at the meeting, BGMEA President Faruque Hassan lauded the collaboration, emphasizing its potential to significantly enhance the eye health of garment workers.
He stated, “Providing eye care services to garment workers is not only a matter of ensuring their physical well-being but also contributes to workplace productivity, safety, and overall job satisfaction.”
Hasina Akhter, country director, Helen Keller International, Bangladesh, highlighted the importance of the eye care initiative, underscoring how improved vision and eye health directly contribute to increased productivity and better quality of work.