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initiative by Phonak
The Hear the World Initiative
In fall 2006 the global initiative Hear the
World was launched to educate the public on:
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• the importance of hearing,
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• the prevention of hearing loss,
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• the social and emotional implications of hearing loss,
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• the benefits of available solutions for those with
hearing impairment.
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The Hear the World initiative is committed to
encouraging people to value and protect their hearing.
Who is behind the
initiative?
As the leading manufacturer of innovative hearing systems,
Phonak has long recognized the need for better awareness about the
topic of hearing. Which is why Phonak created the global Hear the World
Initiative: a unique campaign which in many different ways is
committed to people and projects that are dedicated to the issue of
hearing.
What are the objectives of the Hear the World
initiative?
Hear the
World is committed to making people aware of how
important it is to avoid hearing loss and how to take prompt steps
to correct it.
The vision of Hear the World is a world where…
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…the sense of hearing is cherished and protected,
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…the topic of hearing is of greater importance,
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…people are aware of listening,
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…wearing a hearing system is no longer a taboo and
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…having a hearing loss is no longer a handicap.
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Leading international celebrities to help the public understand
hearing loss and
appreciate their sense of hearing. No other art
can endorse the importance of good hearing better than music. It is
universal and transcends geographical, social and linguistic
boundaries. Music is the ideal medium to spread the message of
Hear the World. World-renowned performers support Hear
the World and share Phonak's commitment to raising awareness
of hearing and hearing loss throughout the world. They have all
been photographed by Bryan Adams, the photographer for the
initiative. Learn more about the Hear the World
ambassadors!
Find the gallery and interviews
here >>
View gallery
Sting on his role as an ambassador: "Our hearing is not only
integral to how we communicate but also how we experience the world
around us. It's a fact that we gain more information from hearing
than seeing. I hope by supporting this campaign people are reminded
to appreciate every sound and fully protect their sense of
hearing."
Hear the World Website - an interactive information
platform
The interactive and entertaining information platform
features amongst other an online hearing screening, facts about
hearing and hearing loss as well as an expert chat. Furthermore,
Hear the World spreads the message and supports the cause
via its twitter
and Facebook
page.
Would you like to hear from Hear the World
regularly? Sign
up for free e-mail
newsletter.
The magazine for the culture of
hearing
To raise public awareness about the numerous facets and
fascination of hearing, 
Hear the World
has launched the world's first lifestyle magazine on hearing. The
topics range from classic music to Jazz and Pop, to literature,
design and art, to architecture and sound. The magazine is
published in English, French and German and is available at
selected news stands, airports and airplanes, as well as at
www.hear-the-world.com. Net proceeds go to the
Hear the World Foundation.
Would you like to browse through the current magazine or
subscribe? Please
click here.
