Retinitis Pigmentosa International

RP International promotes research, public awareness, education, and human services for victims of degenerative eye diseases.

[1] The event also highlights scientific landmarks in adult stem cell transplants, microchip implants, and pharmaceuticals.

[2] In 2006, the Vision Awards took special note of adult stem cell research by honoring a patient who was able to regain sight thanks to the LSU technique after more than 20 years of blindness.

The program is aired on a variety of cable networks and independent television stations, and features celebrities presenting holiday music, memories, and films, over the 12 days leading up to Christmas.

[5] These formatted films are made available to the visually impaired through theatres, libraries, charitable organizations, special screenings, and schools for the blind.