Each year, an estimated 20,000 to 40,000 children are born with congenital cataracts and other genetic or developmental conditions that cause blindness. Without early access to proper care and tools that support independence, many of these children face lifelong limitations.
Inspired to make a difference, we created a simple, low-cost mobility aid —designed especially for young children who are blind.
Made from easily accessible materials like PVC pipes, this device was born from a belief that no child should be left behind simply because the right tools are out of reach. It’s more than just a walking aid —it’s a first step toward independence, confidence, and the possibility of a brighter future.
Some of the support and donations from ecoCrafted have gone into helping me launch a separate project that’s deeply personal to me: developing a simple, affordable device designed for children with visual impairments.
While ecoCrafted continues to focus on turning waste into sustainable, functional home decor, this project is about using the support we’ve received to give back in another way; creating something practical and accessible for those who need it most.
I’ve already built and tested the first version of this device, and I’ll be visiting the Bangkok School for the Deaf soon to learn more about how we can better support children with disabilities in local communities.
Thank you so much to everyone who has supported ecoCrafted so far. Your belief in the mission has allowed me to explore new ways of creating impact and this is just the beginning.
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