World Council of Optometry

Optometry's Meeting 2026 (AOA)
2026-06-17 - 2026-06-20 | Pheonix, Arizona, USA
Powered by four days of continuing education (CE) and professional development, 129th Annual AOA Congress & 58th Annual AOSA Conference: Optometry’s Meeting unites the profession’s leaders to advance optometry for an impactful conference experience in Phoenix, Arizona, USA from June 17-20, 2026. Learn more.

2030 IN SIGHT LIVE Kenya (IAPB)
2026-06-04 - 2026-06-06 | Nairobi, Kenya
Join leaders, practitioners, innovators, philanthropists, business partners, researchers, and advocates from across the world for 2030 IN SIGHT LIVE June 4-6, 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.
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European Academy of Optometry and Optics (EAOO) 2026 Conference
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-17 | Riga, Latvia
May 15-17, 2026 | Riga, Latvia
The EAOO 2026 Conference is an international gathering dedicated to advancing the field of optometry and optics across Europe. Learn more.

The 25th Asia Pacific Optometric Congress (APOC 2026)
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-21 | Jeju, Korea
The 25th Asia Pacific Optometric Congress (APOC 2026) will bring together global and regional leaders, researchers, clinicians, and industry partners to engage in high-level discussions, workshops, and exhibitions that reflect the evolving landscape of eye care.
Held in Jeju, Korea, the congress will especially focus on future-forward themes such as digital health, myopia management, low vision rehabilitation, and strengthening optometric education in the Asia Pacific region. Learn more.

SSO 2025: The 10th Congress of Saudi Optometry (Saudi Society of Optometry)
2025-11-06 - 2025-11-08 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Marking the 10ᵗʰ edition of the Saudi Optometry Conference, 100 speakers from around the world will gather in Riyadh for the region’s leading meeting in optometry and vision care, 6-8 November 2025. Clinicians, academics, researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and students will connect to share knowledge and advance practice.

Colegio de Optometras de Puerto Rico Annual Convention | Optometric Congress 2025: "Expanding Horizons"
2025-08-15 - 2025-08-17
Optometric Congress 2025: Expanding Horizons
August 15-17, 2025 | Sheraton Hotel – San Juan, Puerto Rico
Join Colegio de Optometras de Puerto Rico for Optometric Congress 2025, a premier event bringing together professionals committed to the advancement of optometry. This year’s theme, “Expanding Horizons,” sets the stage for a dynamic and inspiring three-day experience featuring:

A diverse lineup of renowned speakers
Interactive lectures and live demonstrations
Over 60 exhibitors showcasing the latest in eye care innovation
Networking opportunities and professional development activities

Seize this opportunity to network, explore new ideas, and grow within the global optometric community!

Congress reservations can be made by filling out the registration form and sending it by email to: info@colegiooptometraspr.com or by mail to: P.O. Box 363551 San Juan, P.R. 00936-3551.
For more information, contact Colegio de Optometras de Puerto Rico at +1 787-662-7462.

5th World Congress of Optometry (WCO5) / AOA Annual ‘Optometry’s Meeting' 2025
2025-06-25 - 2025-06-28
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA | Minneapolis Convention Center | 25-28 June 2025
In collaboration with the American Optometric Association (AOA) and American Optometric Student Association (AOSA), the World Council of Optometry (WCO) will host its 5th World Congress of Optometry during Optometry’s Meeting® 2025, welcoming optometric professionals from around the world. Learn more.

2030 IN SIGHT LIVE - Nepal (IAPB)
2025-04-29 - 2025-05-01
JOIN IAPB at 2030 IN SIGHT LIVE in Kathmandu, Nepal! | 29 April – 1 May 2025

Gain actionable insights designed to inspire and empower action at all levels: Support and inform your own work through our connected sessions, keynotes, workshops, and panels sharing best practice and future focussed insights.
Help shape the future: Your participation will help shape the path to the 2026 Global Summit for Eye Health and in key areas of advocacy and country engagement.
Engage with the largest community for good in eye health: Connect with a host of speakers and delegates from across advocacy, public health, Ophthalmology, Optometry, funding organisations and many more from around the world.
Early Bird Registration: Register by December 20, 2024, to take advantage of our discounted rates.

Hotel & Travel: IAPB has secured preferential hotel rates at The Soaltee and convenient airport transfer options.
Visit the event webpage.

India Vision Institute: "Child Eye Health: A Call to Action" Symposium
2025-02-20 - 2025-02-21
Join the India Vision Institute 20-21 February 2025 for a two-day virtual symposium dedicated to addressing the urgent challenges in child eye health worldwide. Register here.

Optovisión 2024 y V Congreso Panamericano de Optometría
2024-11-23 - 2024-11-24
This year, the Optovision 2024 congress will be held in collaboration with the Pan-American Congress of Optometry , on November 23 and 24 at the prestigious Delfines Hotel & Convention Center in Lima, Peru.
Learn more: https://optovision.pe/.

South African Optometric Association (SAOA) Centennial Conference 2024
2024-07-18 - 2024-07-20
18-20 July 2024 | Emperors Palace, Kempton Park, Gauteng
To commemorate their centennial anniversary the South African Optometric Association (SAOA) is hosting a mega-conference encompassing presentations, workshops & panel discussions by local and international speakers together with opportunities to socialize with colleagues and industry leaders.
Learn more: South African Optometric Association | SAOA.

AOA Annual ‘Optometry’s Meeting” 2024
2024-06-19 - 2024-06-22
Nashville, Tennessee
Music City Center
June 19-22

Myopia Management: From Theory to Practice (Manejo de la miopía: de la teoría a la práctica)
2024-02-20 18:00 - 2024-02-29 20:00 (America/Chicago)
The World Council of Optometry (WCO), in partnership with CooperVision, a global leader in addressing myopia, presents its first Latin America-based virtual event, “Myopia Management: From Theory to Practice,” February 20, 22, 27, and 29 2024, all in Spanish. Learn more: https://oaandgap.eventsair.com/wcoeventlatam2024/spanreg/Site/Register.
Those participating in the multi-day series—conducted entirely in Spanish–will hear from leading eye care professionals in the region who have successfully integrated myopia management into their clinical practices. The speakers will share practical recommendations for mitigating, measuring, and managing myopia and answer questions during live Q&A sessions.

Speakers Include:

Sandra S. Block, OD, MEd, MPH, FAAO, Dipl AAO, FCOVD, FNAP, ARVO, from the United States
Carlos Chacón, OD, MSc, from Ecuador
Edgar Dávila-García, OD, FSLS, FIACLE, NCLE-AC, from Puerto Rico
Elise Kramer, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA, from the United States
Angel Macedo, Mg. Optom, Lic T.M., from Peru
Andrea Monteleone, OD, MEd, from Argentina
Leonardo Orjuela, OD, from Colombia
Héctor Hugo Páez, OD, from Colombia
David Pinero, PhD, from Spain
Ricardo Pintor, OD, FIACLE, from Mexico
Nikolas Rosse, TMOC, from Chile
Alejandro Tapia, OD, from Colombia
Ariolfo Vazquez, OD, FSLS, FIACLE, from Ecuador
Jorge Giovanni Vargas Velasco, OD, PhD(c), MSc, FIACLE, from Colombia

“Myopia Management: From Theory to Practice” has been further developed through WCO’s collaboration with local professional organizations: Group Manejo the la Miopia LATAM, Asociación Latinoamericana de Optometría y Óptica (ALDOO), Colegio Federación Colombiana de Optómetras (FEDOPTO), Colegio de Optometras de Puerto Rico.
The virtual event will be divided into four 90-minute, Spanish-language sessions over February 20, 22, 27, and 29, starting at 6 p.m. in Central America, 7 p.m. in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and 9 p.m. in Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile. Registration is required but is free for those who wish to attend.

4th World Congress of Optometry (WCO4) and O=MEGA23
2023-09-08 - 2023-09-10
After numerous conversations with our partners in Australia, the World Council of Optometry has decided to postpone the 4th World Congress of Optometry (WCO4) until 2023 due to issues related to COVID-19 and possible travel restrictions. Ensuring that our members could attend WCO4 was at the heart of our decision.
We hope to see you September 8-10, 2023 in Melbourne for WCO4 and O=MEGA23.

ResMeet'23 - 3rd Virtual Optometry and Vision Science Research Meeting (IVI)
2023-07-22 - 2023-07-23
The India Vision Institute (IVI)’s 3rd Optometry and Vision Science Research Meeting, ResMeet’23, July 22-23, 2023, will focus on India-UK collaborative activities in Research and explore the Impact of Big Data and Advanced Analytics. ResMeet’23 is supported by Hoya.
EVENT DETAILS
ResMeet’23 will host researchers from India and the UK. Areas discussed will include Physiological Optics, Visual Neuroscience, Public Eye Health, Multidisciplinary Ophthalmic Imaging, Technology and Innovation. Participants will also get to listen to success stories and discuss the future prospects of collaborative research between the two countries.
The pre-conference program offers workshops on meta-analysis, systematic review, and leveraging electronic health records for research. The workshops will equip researchers with the necessary tools and techniques to excel in their endeavors.
ResMeet’23, the most exciting conference of its kind, is open to vision science researchers seeking to keep abreast of the latest advancements in the field. The conference has received an encouraging 55 Abstracts.

For more details, including the speakers line-up, registration, visit www.resmeet.com or write to IVI at communications@indiavisioninstitute.org.

46ᵗʰ Annual Nigerian Optometric Association Conference and Vision Expo, 2023
2023-07-20 - 2023-07-22 | Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria
46ᵗʰ Annual Nigerian Optometric Association Conference and Vision Expo, 2023

THEME: The Optometrist: An Indispensable Partner In Health Care Delivery
VENUE: The Dome, Asaba, Delta State
DATE: 20-22 July 2023

This is the largest gathering of Optometrists in Africa under one roof. Visit www.noaconference.noang.org for more details.

Canadian Association of Optometrists 2023 Congress
2023-07-05 - 2023-07-08 | Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
“Join us at the 38th Congress of the Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO) on July 5-8, 2023 in Québec City, QC! This event will feature an incredible CE program with both French and English streams, a bustling trade show, and social events that showcase the rich French-Canadian culture in beautiful and historic Québec City, QC, Canada.
The CAO Congress has a long-standing tradition of bringing together optometrists, optometry students, optometric assistants, expert speakers, and industry representatives from across the country and beyond. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect, learn, and explore one of Canada’s top destinations next summer! We hope you’ll join us for this exciting event.”

Learn more: https://opto.ca/cao-congress-2023.

2030 IN SIGHT LIVE Singapore
2023-06-25 - 2023-06-26 | Singapore Eye Research Institute, Singapore
2030 IN SIGHT LIVE | June 25-26, 2030
“2030 IN SIGHT LIVE is IAPB’s annual high-level meeting and this year the event is hosted by Singapore Eye Research Institute on 25 – 26 June. 2030 In Sight Live Singapore, seeks to build on the event and learning from last year in Dubai, including revisiting key themes alongside introducing new opportunities and approaches for driving our once in a generation chance for change.
Further details can be found here.
To anticipate a stay in Singapore, you can find information on accommodation in the ‘Join Us’ page and the ‘Registration’ pages: https://www.iapb.org/learn/our-events/2030-in-sight-live-singapore/. You can register for the event via the IAPB’s Singapore webpage.  ”

AOA Annual ‘Optometry’s Meeting” 2023
2023-06-21 - 2023-06-24
Downtown Washington, D.C.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
June 21-24

23rd Asia Pacific Optometric Congress (APOC 2023)
2023-06-02 - 2023-06-04 | New Dehli, India
The 23rd Asia Pacific Optometric Congress – Be Revitalized and Inspired
New Delhi, India | June 2-4, 2023

Learn More: https://2023.asiapacificoptometry.org.

Dry Eye Wheel Webinar (Dry Eye Spotlight 4) - WCO and Alcon
2023-05-09
Hosted by WCO, in partnership with Alcon, this spotlight webinar wraps up the first three installments of our dry eye disease education initiative series by introducing the “Dry Eye Wheel,” a practical, at-a-glance tool to easily reference the three pillars of mitigation, measurement, and management.

Dry Eye Disease Management Webinar (Dry Eye Spotlight 3) - WCO and Alcon
2023-03-14
On March 14, The World Council of Optometry (WCO), in partnership with Alcon, will host “Dry Eye Spotlight 3: Management,” the third in a series of complimentary global dry eye disease education initiative webinars.
This dry eye disease management webinar highlights the importance of being clear and methodical with different approaches available to manage dry eye. World-renowned experts Professors Jennifer Craig, Lyndon Jones, and James Wolffsohn will discuss how management strategies may be adjusted based upon a further understanding of mitigating factors and measurements collected from patients. Some of the simplest and most impactful interventions are the use of education and lubricating eye drops before considering a referral to a specialist practitioner.

The webinar will be independently presented in three time zones with live faculty-attendee interaction on Tuesday, March 14.
5:00 p.m. HKT/SST = Hong Kong/Singapore
6:00 p.m. CET = Central Europe
6:00 p.m. PST = Pacific Standard
Participants may choose their session when registering at https://bit.ly/DryEyeManagement.

Learn more at dryeye.worldcouncilofoptometry.info.

Myopia Management Webinar - WCO and CooperVision
2023-02-16
WCO, in partnership with CooperVision, will host a Myopia Management Webinar on February 16, 2023.
Join us for this complimentary virtual event and hear directly from patients how myopia management has helped to improve their lives. Practitioners will share their insights on the global standard of care and how they have integrated the three pillars of myopia management—mitigation, measurement and management—into their practices.
Click here to read the News Release. For more information or questions, please visit myopia.worldcouncilofoptometry.info or email wcosupport@openaudience.com.

This virtual event will be delivered in multiple time zones worldwide.
Register Today, attend in your Time Zone: https://oaandgap.eventsair.com/world-council-of-optometry-myopia-management-virtual-event-2023/registration.
Myopia Event Agenda 2

Dry Eye Disease Measurement Webinar (The Dry Eye Spotlight 2) - WCO and Alcon
2023-01-31
Hosted by WCO, in partnership with Alcon, this dry eye disease measurement spotlight webinar explores the signs and symptoms of dry eye and how to confirm a diagnosis. In the free webinar, our faculty shares practical methods for adopting measurement techniques and highlight those which are available without additional investment in instrumentation.

Learn More at dryeye.worldcouncilofoptometry.info.
Register Today: https://oaandgap.eventsair.com/wcodydmeasurement/reg/Site/Register.

India Vision Institute - Panel Discussion on Eye Health & SDG 4: Quality Education
2023-01-27
Hosted by the Indian Vision Institute.
Poor vision in children has been linked to delayed motor and cognitive skill development and academic performance.
Join the second discussion in the ‘Eye Health & SDGs’ series, January 27 at 4 p.m. IST to understand better how eye health can aid in the achievement of SDG 4 – Quality Education and the critical role of a primary eye care practitioner

Click Here to Register.

Glaucoma Awareness and Management Around the Globe
2023-01-17 11:00 - 12:00
In honor of Glaucoma Awareness Month, the SUNY’s Office of DEIB and VOSH/International are collaborating on a global panel. Optometrists from Spain, Antigua, Nigeria, the Phillipines and Mexico will speak about how glaucoma is treated and managed in their part of the world. They will also touch upon the future or glaucoma care from a global perspective.

Register Today: https://sunyopt.zoom.us/webinar/register.

Asia Optometric Congress - 3rd Asia Optometric Congress & 8th ASEAN Optometric Conference (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
2022-11-15 - 2022-11-16
Asia Optometric Congress – 3rd Asia Optometric Congress & 8th ASEAN Optometric Conference (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) – November 15-16

Asia Optometric Congress Global Orthokeratology and Myopia Control Conference (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
2022-11-13 - 2022-11-14
Asia Optometric Congress Global Orthokeratology and Myopia Control Conference (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) – November 13-14

WCO and Alcon Present "Dry Eye Mitigation" - 8 November 2022
2022-11-08
The World Council of Optometry (WCO) and Alcon have announced the first in a series of online events supporting their global, evidence-based dry eye disease education initiative. The event will be available in multiple time zones and includes an interactive live chat to give participants worldwide access to these distinguished experts at no cost. Registration is now open at https://bit.ly/DryEyeMitigation.

APLO Open Optometric Conference
2022-11-04 - 2022-11-05
APLO Open Optometric Conference – November 4-5 .
Please direct any questions to APLO (Associação de Profissionais Licenciados de Optometria): www.aplo.pt.
