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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.

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.

16/10/2025

We’re inspired by a group of students in the U.S. who came together to host the Music for All Charity Event, a vibrant celebration of music and dance in support of our project partners in India, Society to Aid the Hearing Impaired (SAHI).

Through inspiring performances from violin recitals to dance showcases, students raised USD 1,800 to benefit SAHI and the Vikasam Seva Foundation in Bantwal, Karnataka.

This initiative is a powerful example of youth engagement in action, by combining creativity with compassion, these young changemakers are amplifying awareness of hearing health while learning the value of empathy and inclusion.

Learn more about our project partner SAHI,

07/10/2025

When Dr. Doreen Mulenga was just ten, her grandmother told her she had given birth to 13 children, all at home, without medical assistance. That moment sparked a lifelong calling, to make sure women and children everywhere can access safe, quality health care.

After 25 years in international public health, including leading major UNICEF programs to protect mothers and children, Dr, Mulenga now lends her expertise to the Hear the World Foundation Advisory Board on a voluntary basis. Her focus? Reaching the most vulnerable, especially children with hearing loss who might otherwise be left behind.

Read more about her inspiring journey here, https://www.hear-the-world.com/dr-doreen-mulengas-support-for-the-most-vulnerable/

25/09/2025

Our Hear the World Foundation team recently visited Kwale, Kenya to meet with our partners at Sense International Kenya, seeing firsthand the impact of hearing care in the community.

During this trip, families opened up about their journey from discovering their child’s hearing loss to seeing how care has changed their lives. They also met the amazing clinical screeners, a unique group of clinical officers, nurses, physical therapists, and occupational therapists who rotate to provide hearing screenings for children twice a month at local hospitals.

Such powerful stories that remind us why early access to hearing care matters!

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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.