Global summit planned to combat preventable vision loss
Global summit planned to combat preventable vision loss
Updated at: July 19, 2026 at 04:30 AM
The upcoming Global Summit for Eye Health, scheduled for November 2, 2026, in Antigua and Barbuda, marks a historic effort to address the crisis of avoidable vision loss.
Hosted by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda in partnership with the World Health Organization and the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, the summit seeks to turn ambition into action.
The event highlights the economic necessity of improved vision; research suggests that every $1 invested can yield a $28 return, potentially boosting the global economy by $447 billion annually.
By focusing on the pillars of 'Act, Allocate, and Accelerate,' the summit encourages leaders to integrate eye health into national policy.
With the 2030 deadline for global eye health targets approaching, the summit serves as a crucial platform to ensure that quality eye care becomes accessible and integrated into health systems worldwide.
