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Eyewear Changing Lives : Impact from our Share Your Sun Project

Eyewear Changing Lives : Impact from our Share Your Sun Project

We have some incredible news to share from our Share Your Sun project. 
Because of you, we've been able to do some serious work on our world-changing goals. You've helped thousands of people and racked up some pretty impressive statistics. That deserves a pat on the back.
— Hello Bird
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Bird becomes certified B Corp - the first eyewear company in the UK

Bird becomes certified B Corp - the first eyewear company in the UK

In April 2020 Bird Eyewear became the first UK eyewear company to become a certified B Corp, in recognition of their outstanding commitment to sustainable and ethical business. Bird make beautiful, design-led eyewear using high quality and sustainable materials, and for every pair sold they distribute solar light to remote communities in Africa through their Share Your Sun partnership with SolarAid.

— Lawrence Bird
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Blackcap frame on display in the British Museum of Optometry

Blackcap frame on display in the British Museum of Optometry

Our Blackcap frame is continuing its journey to stardom. Not only has this model won Frame of the Year in this year’s Optician Awards, alongside some huge names, but the London Museum of Optometry have asked us if they can feature our Blackcap frame as part of their highly curated collection.

— Ed Bird
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Impact Stories : Sunglasses with Superpowers!

Impact Stories : Sunglasses with Superpowers!

We've been reflecting on the superpowers of sunglasses, and the impact you’ve had so far through our #shareyoursun partnership with SolarAid. It's truly amazing to see how solar light can power up lives for the better!
— Ed Bird
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