ASIA Records is proud to officially recognise St John Ambulans Malaysia Negeri Selangor Darul Ehsan for achieving a significant continental milestone as the:
First Non-Governmental Uniformed Organisation to Provide Free Anti Blue-Light Prescription Glasses for Underprivileged Communities Through Its Ophthalmic Care Outreach Project
(1,669 individuals screened, 1,005 fitted; June 2025 – June 2026).
This achievement highlights St John Ambulans Malaysia Negeri Selangor Darul Ehsan’s meaningful commitment to accessible eye care and community welfare through its Ophthalmic Care Outreach Project. By screening 1,669 individuals and fitting 1,005 underprivileged beneficiaries with free anti blue-light prescription glasses from June 2025 to June 2026, the organisation has set a new benchmark for humanitarian service, preventive vision care, and community-focused healthcare impact across Asia.
Advancing Community Healthcare Through Vision Support
Vision health plays a vital role in education, employment, and daily living. Through its Ophthalmic Care Outreach Project, St John Ambulans Malaysia Negeri Selangor Darul Ehsan has demonstrated how community-based healthcare initiatives can make a meaningful difference in the lives of underserved populations.
The programme provides professional eye screening services and free anti blue-light prescription glasses, helping beneficiaries gain better access to essential vision care while improving overall quality of life.
By focusing on prevention, accessibility, and community outreach, the initiative reflects a sustainable model for healthcare support that can inspire similar efforts across the region.
Creating Lasting Social Impact Through Volunteerism
The achievement reflects the power of collaboration between volunteers, healthcare professionals, community leaders, donors, and supporters working together toward a common humanitarian goal.
Beyond the numbers, the project demonstrates how dedicated volunteer organisations can play a significant role in improving public health outcomes and strengthening community resilience. Through initiatives such as this, St John Ambulans Malaysia Negeri Selangor Darul Ehsan continues to extend its impact beyond traditional emergency services into long-term community wellbeing.
Project Founders and Leadership Team
The Ophthalmic Care Outreach Project was jointly initiated by Mr. Sim Kah Heun, Mr. Patrick So Ling Fong, and Dr. Kong Kah Kit, with the support and guidance of Mr. Lim Wun Lok, who serves as the Project Advisor.
Within the project leadership structure, Mr. Sim Kah Heun serves as Chairman of the Ophthalmic Care Unit, providing overall leadership and strategic direction for the initiative. Mr. Patrick So Ling Fong and Dr. Kong Kah Kit serve as Vice Chairmen, working closely to oversee programme implementation, resource coordination, and community outreach efforts.
Guided by the vision of the Project Light Initiative, the team remains committed to advancing humanitarian service through accessible vision care and community-based healthcare support. The project also seeks to uphold and extend the legacy of the St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group, internationally recognised for its longstanding contributions to ophthalmic care and charitable medical services.
Through collaboration, compassion, and community engagement, the initiative strives to expand access to eye care services for underserved communities while promoting greater awareness of preventive vision care. By providing screening, treatment assistance, and essential support to those in need, the project aims to improve quality of life, restore confidence and independence, and serve as a model of community healthcare impact that can inspire similar initiatives across Asia.
A Milestone Moment of Acknowledgement
The ASIA Records certificate was officially presented on 13 June 2026 at the Grand Ballroom, Fairy Park Heritage City.
The recognition was received by the leadership team of St John Ambulans Malaysia Negeri Selangor Darul Ehsan, represented on stage by Mr. Chan Boon Huat, Dato’ Ngeow Sian Chun, Dr. Kong Kah Kit, Dato’ Liu Han Ming, Dato’ Sri Dr. Chee Hong Leong, Mr. Lim Wun Lok, Dato’ Mah Weng Kwai, Mr. Sim Kah Heun, and Mr. So Ling Fong, representing the organisation’s ongoing commitment to humanitarian service, healthcare accessibility, and community welfare.
Voices of Leadership
Reflecting on the recognition, Mr. Lim Wun Lok shared:
“An achievement of this magnitude is never a solo effort. It is the result of a powerful ecosystem of compassion.
Our deepest gratitude goes to our generous donors and supporters, our dedicated volunteers, and our professional opticians whose expertise and commitment have made this project possible.
This recognition strengthens our determination to continue expanding our Ophthalmic Care Outreach Project and to reach even more underprivileged communities in need of vision care.
Together, we will continue creating meaningful and lasting impact through service to humanity.”
About St John Ambulans Malaysia Negeri Selangor Darul Ehsan
St John Ambulans Malaysia Negeri Selangor Darul Ehsan (SJAM-SDE) is a volunteer-driven humanitarian organisation dedicated to first aid, healthcare support, emergency response, community welfare, and public service.
With a long-standing history of serving communities through volunteerism and healthcare initiatives, SJAM-SDE continues to uphold the values of compassion, professionalism, and service through a wide range of programmes that benefit people from all walks of life.
Through healthcare outreach projects, ambulance services, disaster response efforts, and community-based initiatives, the organisation remains committed to improving lives and strengthening communities throughout Malaysia.
For more information, visit:
https://sde.sjamsde.org.my/
