--- title: "07:57 ET Orbis International Appoints Kathleen Sherwin as President & CEO" type: "News" locale: "zh-HK" url: "https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/272272765.md" description: "Orbis International has appointed Kathleen Sherwin as its new President & CEO, effective immediately. With over 25 years of experience in health equity and sustainable development, Sherwin aims to elevate eye health as a global priority. Her leadership is expected to enhance Orbis's mission to prevent blindness and restore sight, integrating eye care into broader health systems. Previously, she held senior roles at Plan International and Women Deliver. Orbis International focuses on providing accessible eye care globally, training local professionals, and utilizing technology to improve patient treatment." datetime: "2026-01-12T12:58:44.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/272272765.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/272272765.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/272272765.md) --- > 支持的語言: [简体中文](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/272272765.md) | [English](https://longbridge.com/en/news/272272765.md) # 07:57 ET Orbis International Appoints Kathleen Sherwin as President & CEO _Globally respected NGO leader joins Orbis to meet the growing global need for eye care_ , /PRNewswire/ -- Global eye care NGO Orbis International is pleased to welcome Kathleen Sherwin as President & CEO, effective immediately. Sherwin brings more than 25 years of experience advancing health equity, gender equality and sustainable development across the nonprofit and humanitarian sectors. Her career and values strongly align with Orbis's vision of a world where everyone can access the eye care they need to thrive. Continue Reading Kathleen Sherwin, newly appointed President & CEO of Orbis International, is committed to championing eye health as a global priority. "Kathleen's passion for meaningful change and her unwavering commitment to equity and access strongly resonate with Orbis's mission to eradicate curable blindness globally," said John Slattery, Chair of the Board of Directors for Orbis International. "We are thrilled to welcome her as CEO and look forward to the impact she will help Orbis achieve for communities around the world." Sherwin joins Orbis at a pivotal moment as the global health landscape evolves and the need for integrated, resilient health systems becomes increasingly urgent. She is focused on accelerating Orbis's work to prevent blindness and restore sight while elevating eye health as a global health priority. "Eye health must be understood not as a standalone issue, but as a fundamental driver of equity, education, economic stability, and health system readiness," Sherwin says. "Orbis has a critical role to play in ensuring eye care is fully integrated into broader health and development priorities." _\[Sherwin's high-resolution headshot is available for download_ _here__.\]_ Before joining Orbis, Sherwin most recently served as Chief Strategy & Engagement Officer at Plan International, a global organization advancing children's rights and equality for girls. In that role, she led strategy, partnerships, fundraising, communications, and policy, strengthening the organization's global profile and long-term impact. Sherwin's leadership has been consistently shaped by a commitment to advancing the health and rights of women and girls. She previously held senior roles at Women Deliver, including Interim President & CEO, and at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Sherwin's appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Orbis. Her strategic vision, global experience, and collaborative leadership will guide the organization as it continues working toward a future where everyone, everywhere, has access to quality eye care and the opportunity to reach their full potential. **About Orbis International** Orbis International works around the world to prevent blindness and restore sight for children and adults in places where eye care is out of reach—so vision problems don't make it harder to learn, earn a living, or enjoy life. Around 1.1 billion people live with vision loss, but with the right care, 90% of it is completely avoidable. That is why Orbis trains doctors, nurses, and other eye care professionals to provide care in their own communities—and works to make sure people of all ages can access the eye exams, glasses, medicine, and surgeries they need to protect and restore their sight. Orbis began this work more than 40 years ago with the Flying Eye Hospital, a teaching hospital on a plane that brings expert training and care where they're needed most. Today, we also work with local hospitals and clinics across Africa, Asia, and Latin America to make eye care available to more people, and we use and develop technology—like our award-winning Cybersight e-learning and telehealth platform, artificial intelligence screening, and virtual reality training—to help eye care teams treat patients more effectively. Orbis ranks in the top 3% of U.S. charities, having earned top marks for transparency and accountability from Charity Navigator, GuideStar, and the Better Business Bureau. To learn more, please visit orbis.org. **Media Contact** Jenna Montgomery Associate Director, Global Communications and Marketing Orbis International \[email protected\] SOURCE Orbis International ## 相關資訊與研究 - [10:00 ETSightMD Welcomes Dr. Jack Klenda, MD to Johnson City Location](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/281383222.md) - [05:00 ETLeading Eye Insurance Plans (2026): VSP Individual Vision Plans Recognized for Nationwide Eye Doctor Network by Better Business Advice](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/280902931.md) - [12:19 ETDoheny Eye Institute Welcomes Alicia Cleaver as Chief Development Officer with Support from Envision Consulting](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/281651852.md) - [Ocumetics to Showcase First-In-human Results with Industry Leaders & Potential Strategic Partners at ASCRS Annual Meeting](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/281372778.md) - [Euroeyes International Eye Clinic FY revenue HKD 796 million](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/281223345.md)