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Hear the World

We support children in low- and middle-income countries who require access to audiological care. Join our mission!

Founded in 2006 by Sonova Group, the Hear the World Foundation supports aid projects benefiting children with hearing loss from
low- to middle-income countries, enabling them to develop to their fullest potential. The non-profit Swiss foundation provides funding, hearing aid technology and on-site expertise with a view to training up local staff. More than 100 high-profile personalities, such as Bryan Adams, Bruce Springsteen, Cindy Crawford, Annie Lennox, and Sting, have supported Hear the World as ambassadors for conscious hearing.

05/03/2026

In Jordan, our partners Jordan University Hospital (JUH)/The University of Jordan - الجامعة الأردنية and Jordan University of Science and Technology JUST recently led a volunteer medical day at the Holy Land Institute for the Deaf, focusing on pediatric hearing health.

During the campaign 36 children aged 10–18 were fitted with hearing aids by a multidisciplinary team of ENT physicians, audiologists, speech and hearing specialists, interns, and students. Free hearing and speech screenings were also offered to members of the surrounding community to support early detection and awareness.

But the work of these partners goes beyond individual interventions.

Together, JUH and JUST are advocating for nationwide improvements in pediatric hearing care in Jordan. JUH is engaging with the Jordanian Ministry of Health, contributing technical expertise and training screening personnel while also advocating for nationwide newborn hearing screening. While JUST, is working to strengthen pediatric health nationally by evaluating and improving hearing screenings in public schools and health centers.

We are proud to support partners who are not only delivering care to children today, but also helping shape stronger hearing care systems for the future.

03/03/2026

On 3 March, we mark , a global call to raise awareness about hearing loss and strengthen ear and hearing care for all.

This year’s theme, “From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children,” highlights an urgent reality:

🔹 Around 90 million children aged 5–19 live with hearing loss
🔹 Over 60% of childhood hearing loss is preventable
🔹 Early identification is critical to protect language, learning, and future opportunities

Yet in many low- and middle-income countries, children still face major barriers to care, from a shortage of trained professionals to financial constraints and the absence of systematic screening in schools and primary healthcare systems.

At Hear the World Foundation, we work with local partners to change this, strengthening community-based services, supporting early identification programs, and helping ensure children can hear, learn, and thrive.

Read more about how this work is critical to ensuring no child is left behind, https://www.hear-the-world.com/world-hearing-day-2026-from-communities-to-classrooms/

26/02/2026

We're proud to share the incredible impact of two Sonova team members who volunteered with Hear the World in both Zimbabwe and Zambia.

Rachel Lamb, Phonak Clinical Trainer, traveled to Kwale, Kenya, working alongside Sense International Kenya to provide technical support and training to local audiologists in Conditioned Play Audiometry and Visual Reinforcement Audiometry.

While Stephanie West, Unitron Clinical Trainer, volunteered with Christian Blind Mission and CURE International's Beit Children’s Hospital of Zambia in Lusaka, training 16 audiology technicians in pediatric hearing assessments. During a satellite clinic visit to Kabwe, she also supported staff to fit hearing aids on 13 children.

Read more about their expertise and experience as Hear the World volunteers, https://www.hear-the-world.com/htw-volunteers-audiology-training-in-kenya-and-zambia/

12/02/2026

When Mateo arrived at Oír Para Crecer (OPC) at age three, he faced significant challenges. Born prematurely at six months, he struggled with sensory and motor development, and his family had recently discovered that he was not able to hear them that well.

His parents desperately wanted to help but were unable to afford hearing aids or the cochlear implant he was told that he needed. Referred to our project partners OPC, by another local partner organization in Peru, Mateo received a comprehensive audiological evaluation that revealed moderate bilateral hearing loss. The good news for Mateo? He was an excellent candidate for hearing aids!

Five years later, Mateo is thriving. Now eight years old, he's fully included in his school and social environment, benefits from improved hearing and the unwavering support of his family.

Learn more about our partners at OPC here, https://www.hear-the-world.com/project/oir-para-crecer/

05/02/2026

Training and knowledge-sharing are powerful drivers of long-term change in hearing care.

Through the Hear Jordan Project, a hearing aid fitting workshop was held at the Jordan University of Science and Technology JUST, led by audiologists Hussein Salami and Susana Matalqa.

After attending specialized training at Sonova’s headquarters in Switzerland, they brought their learnings back home — reaching 68 students and 10 staff members with practical, hands-on audiology skills.

By investing in local capacity development, we’re helping to support future hearing healthcare professionals and strengthen access to hearing care across the region.

Learn more about the Hear Jordan Project, https://www.hear-the-world.com/project/jordan-university-of-science-and-technology/.

15/01/2026

When Doreen called her granddaughter’s name, she had to shout for Elina to hear her. Today, that is no longer this family’s reality.

This life-changing moment is part of a broader effort with our project partners in Zambia, Christian Blind Mission (CBM). Thirteen-year-old Elina, who was born with hearing loss, received hearing aids at CURE Children’s Hospital of Zambia after her grandmother learned about CBM’s initiative through a community friend.

Over the past year, CBM has worked to:
- Ensure over 5,700 children screened for hearing loss
- Complete 1,900+ audiology assessments
- Train 60+ health workers in pediatric ear and hearing care

Together, we are strengthening local systems so children in Zambia can be identified early and receive the care they need, close to home.

Learn more about CBM’s work here: https://www.hear-the-world.com/project/zambia/

02/12/2025

This Giving Tuesday, your support is creating real impact for children with hearing loss. 💛

Thanks to your generosity, our partners at Sense International Kenya (S*K) are reaching more children with hearing loss and deafblindness, providing early intervention, education, and family support that can change a child’s future.

Here’s how your Giving Tuesday support becomes impact in Kenya:
• Nearly 4,800 children screened for hearing loss in schools, communities, and hospitals
• Diagnostic assessments and referrals for children needing further care
• Hearing aids fitted for children, supported by a dedicated audiologist and technician

To show what this looks like on the ground, we’re sharing a new video highlighting S*K's work with young children and their families.

✨ Every contribution helps ensure more children get the care and opportunities they deserve.

Donate to support more projects like S*K and help children with hearing loss here! ➡️https://donations.hear-the-world.com/en/

27/11/2025

Hear the World Foundation volunteer Natalia recently traveled to Oaxaca, Mexico, to support our partner Centro Audicion Coral Oaxaca (CORAL) with verification training. This a hands-on step that ensures hearing aids are perfectly tuned so every child can hear clearly and confidently.

Reflecting on her experience, she shared:
“As a trainer with CORAL, I witnessed how knowledge can empower others to change lives. Seeing the dedication of the team and the joy of the children reminded me why I'm so passionate about this work.”

Natalia’s story reminds us that giving isn’t only financial, sharing your time, skills, and passion can make a life-changing difference. With Giving Tuesday around the corner, we celebrate volunteers like Natalia who use their expertise to help children hear and thrive.

20/11/2025

Today, we join UNICEF in celebrating World Children’s Day, a global call to protect and uplift children’s rights.

At Hear the World Foundation, we believe every child deserves to hear and have the right to a healthy future. Undetected hearing loss affects far more than sound; it impacts development, learning, and social participation. By ensuring access to hearing care, we help children express themselves and fully engage with the world around them.

This World Children’s Day, listen closely to the children in your life, to their voices, ideas, and dreams.

14/11/2025

We’re proud to share a closer look at our project partnerships in Jordan.

At Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST), the only teaching clinic for speech and hearing sciences in northern Jordan, our collaboration supports their mission to strengthen pediatric hearing health nationwide. The team is working to evaluate and enhance hearing screenings offered in public schools and health centers, helping more children get access to early diagnosis and care.

While in Amman, at the Jordan University Hospital (JUH), the Hearing Joy Project is bridging critical gaps in early hearing care, from newborn screening to early intervention. Members of the JUH team now serve on the national newborn hearing screening committee, where they’re helping shape hearing care policy and advocating for expanded access for all children.

Watch the video to meet the dedicated teams behind these impactful initiatives and see how together we’re creating lasting hearing health change for children in Jordan.

11/11/2025

Hear the World Foundation is back for the second year with the Give for Good initiative and the focus is on one clear goal: screening 10,000 children for hearing loss. With just CHF 5, one child can be screened, a small gift with a life-changing impact. 👂

🗓️ Join from now until 31 December and help bring more hearing care to children and families in low-and middle-income countries.

We invite you to start your own fundraiser, donate individually, or simply help us spread the word! 👉https://www.givengain.com/cc/give-for-good-2025-help-us-screen-10000-children/

30/10/2025

We were proud to present at the Coalition for Global Hearing Health (CGHH) Conference in Boston, bringing together experts dedicated to improving ear and hearing health in low- and middle-income communities.

Our presentation, “Leveraging Hearing Aid Data to Strengthen Pediatric Fittings,” shared insights from our pilot project exploring how real-world hearing aid data can help identify clinical skill gaps and guide targeted training for local providers.

By combining technology, data, and capacity development, Hear the World Foundation aims to close critical service gaps, support professional growth among hearing care professionals, and improve developmental outcomes for children with hearing loss around the world.

It was inspiring to exchange ideas with global partners like Audra Renyi (World Wide Hearing), Dr. Diego Santana-Hernández (CBM), and Dr. Racheal Hapunda (Zambia), all working toward the same goal, bridging the gap in pediatric hearing care.

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Founded in 2006 by Sonova Group, the Hear the World Foundation supports aid projects benefiting people in need with hearing loss worldwide. The foundation focuses particularly on projects for children with hearing loss, enabling them to develop to their fullest potential. The non-profit Swiss foundation provides funding, hearing aid technology and on-site expertise with a view to training up local staff. More than 100 high-profile personalities, such as Bryan Adams, Bruce Springsteen, Cindy Crawford, Annie Lennox, and Sting, have supported Hear the World as ambassadors for conscious hearing.