THE ONESIGHT ESSILORLUXOTTICA FOUNDATION WITH OAKLEY AND KYLIAN MBAPPÉ CHAMPION THE IMPORTANCE OF VISION HEALTH AMONGST YOUTH IN MADRID

Joining forces for a third time, Oakley® and French football star, Kylian Mbappé, continued their partnership with OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation (OSELF) to bring essential eye care and inspiration to the youths in Madrid. The event brought together 50 children from underserved communities, along with 5 young members from Kylian Mbappé’s Inspired by KM (IBKM) association, to learn about the importance of vision health.  

This event built upon the work OSELF has completed to-date, providing access to vision care to over 1 billion people, including to 2,000 children from underserved communities in Mbappé’s home city of Paris. This year, bridging his home turfs, the event addressed the increasing myopia prevalence in Spain and made strides towards OSELF’s goal to reduce uncorrected poor vision by a generation (2050).  

“Good vision is so important for children, from school to sports, it helps them learn, play, and dream bigger. The work undertaken by the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation and Oakley to provide better access to eye care resonates with the mission of my own association: “We Care For All” said Kylian Mbappé, Team Oakley Athlete. “We aim to place inclusion and equal opportunities at the heart of our commitments. Together, we share the conviction that no child should see their dreams limited by invisible barriers. By joining forces from Paris to Madrid, we strive to break down these barriers, educate, and raise awareness among young people about the importance of their visual health so that they can learn, thrive, and reach their full potential.” 

In Spain, myopia is prevalent in 19% of children aged 5-7 with projections estimating that number will increase to 30.2% driven by the increased use of digital devices. The work of the foundation is essential to stress the importance of eye care, ensure vision access, and with the help of Kylian Mbappé, help children realize and unleash their full potential, both on and off the field so that they may never lose sight of their goals.  

As part of the program, on the day, children were provided with a preliminary test to assess their vision, were registered for a full eye exam to be offered prescription glasses if needed, and were also given a pair of sunglasses to shield their eyes on the field of play. All the attending children had the opportunity to hear from Kylian Mbappé about his own experiences as a child and played sports all together. The afternoon highlighted Kylian Mbappé’s continued efforts to support the local youth community, a value he shares with Oakley and OSELF. 

"We are privileged to have the support of Oakley and Kylian Mbappé for another year with OSELF and crossing borders from Paris to Madrid” said Frédéric Corbasson, Executive Director OSELF – “Every year we get closer to our goal of ensuring that no child has to go through life with vision problems, and the rise of myopia across Spain exemplifies this need. We understand access to eye exams and prescription glasses can be life-changing for children, providing them with a new spark and confidence to set and surpass their goals. We are grateful to our partners and volunteers who understand prevention is better than correction and continue to help us in our mission.”   

“One-third of the world’s population currently lives with uncorrected vision, and we have a shared goal with OSELF and Kylian Mbappé to drastically reduce that,” said Caio Amato, Oakley Global President. “It is our job to inspire and empower children across the globe to realize their dreams and this event is one more step towards that. We won’t stop until the world can see.” 

Oakley and OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation will continue to share the ongoing commitment to providing youth with prescription needs, on and off the field. This event is just one of the ways in which both organizations plan to support the next generation of athletes, together.  

For more information on Kylian Mbappé and Oakley, please visit Oakley.com. For more information on OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation, visit onesight.org or follow @onesight. With special thanks to Clinica Baviera for performing the vision exams of the children who need them. 

About Oakley Inc. 
Founded in 1975 in Foothill Ranch, Southern California, Oakley has built a global legacy in sport performance and culture. With over 900 patents and counting, Oakley is fueled by a legacy of delivering the unexpected, led by a collective of visionaries, pioneers, and mad scientists who elevate physics to an art form to push the boundaries of human potential. This relentless pursuit of innovation beyond reason has made Oakley one of the most iconic and inimitable brands in sport, trusted by world-class athletes globally who rely on the brand to perform at the highest level. 

Oakley is known for its High-Definition Optics and Prizm™ technology, offering optical clarity, precision, impact resistance, and UV protection in its range of eyewear, from sunglasses and prescription eyewear to premium goggles. The brand’s design philosophy extends to apparel, footwear and accessories that deliver technical excellence and bold aesthetics. 

Proudly part of EssilorLuxottica, Oakley continues to design for the future and deliver to the present. Additional information is available at oakley.com. 

About the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation  

The OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation is a registered charitable organization reflecting the commitment of EssilorLuxottica to eliminate uncorrected poor vision in a generation. It brings together EssilorLuxottica’s philanthropic, advocacy actions and investments. With nine regional affiliate offices, the Foundation has created sustainable access to vision care to millions of people in underserved communities around the world. 

About Inspired by KM 

The INSPIRED by KM association is chaired by Kylian Mbappé. Aware of his role as a role model for young people, he wanted his values – respect, kindness, and enjoyment – to be embodied through a project dedicated to youth. In collaboration with families and the educational system, the association aims to be a true "co-educator," working hand in hand with parents, teachers, and children. Its areas of intervention include supporting and guiding young people in their cultural, civic, sports, culinary, and environmental education, notably through the organization of training camps for more than 1,000 children from all over France. 

Through its "We Care for All" program, INSPIRED by KM extends its actions to women and children on both national and international levels by supporting education and sports. This program also stands out through humanitarian projects in various countries, further strengthening its social impact worldwide.