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Statement From the WCO President – World Optometry Week 2023

This year, the World Council of Optometry (WCO) will celebrate World Optometry Week from March 19–25, and specifically World Optometry Day, Thursday, March 23, with the theme “Expanding Optometry’s Role… The Time is Now!” 

Read the full President Statement from WCO President Peter Hendicott below. 

World Optometry Day 2023 _ WCO President Statement 3.23.2023

 

To celebrate World Optometry Day on March 23, WCO encourages optometrists to download and share our “Committed to Eye Care” graphic, reaffirming the individual commitment of optometrists across the globe to advance accessible eye care.  

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