We welcome new IAPB members and non-members to come together to hear from IAPB's CEO Peter Holland and Rachael Bourke, IAPB’s Membership Services Manager, to learn more about IAPB member benefits and how you can actively get involved in our work.​

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Room: Kathmandu Room

The 2030 In Sight Meeting in Mexico in June 2024 saw the launch of a one-year project that aims to develop the WHO Global Eye Health Research Agenda. Where are we now and how can you be part of this project?​ Delegates will learn about the final theorys of change that are underpinning the agenda and will have the opportunity to brainstorm possible research questions to be included in the agenda.

Delegates will also learn how to become an active member of the open consultation group for the agenda.​

Room: Changemaker Room

Join us for Part 1 of IAPB's Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 30 April at 17:30. This important meeting brings together Council Members with a special update from Peter Holland, IAPB CEO​.

If you’re a Council Member and would like to attend, please reach out to [email protected] to register. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with IAPB’s mission and initiatives.​

Room: IAPB Auditorium

Unwind and enjoy the evening after the first day of 2030 IN SIGHT LIVE by joining us for an evening reception featuring delicious Nepalese food and entertainment.

This session will discuss how we can effectively integrate programs that address the two largest causes of vision loss: cataract and refractive error. We’ll hear from leading experts in these spaces and then shift to facilitated small group conversations to design what this might look like in various contexts.

In this session, leading experts will discuss and drive conversation around:

• The need to integrate cataract and refractive programs
• Challenges and opportunities for integrating cataract and refractive error programs
• Current initiatives advancing integrated eye care

Room: Action Cafe

This session explores how digital health technologies are transforming global eye care by improving accessibility and quality, with insights from innovative practices in China, Nepal, Singapore, Australia, and India. It will also highlight the role of the IAPB in coordinating global efforts, addressing key challenges, and identifying solutions to enhance eye health worldwide.

Room: Changemaker Room

Join us for "Blinded by Bias: How Gender, DEI, and the Backlash Against Women's Rights Impact Eye Health," a panel session exploring the intersection of gender dynamics, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in eye health. Experts will discuss how societal shifts affect access to eye care and health outcomes for women and underserved populations. Topics include implicit biases in healthcare, gender equity in organizational policies, and the need for a holistic approach to eye health. Gain insights into advocacy, policy changes, and practical DEI strategies to create a more inclusive eye health landscape.

Room: Kathmandu Room