How to Apply: Phase 1 Submission Timeline

1 If you are interested but want to learn more before applying, you can express interest in the link HERE Deadline
2 To be considered for the Global Vision Impact Award, you must apply for both the IAPB commitment AND the Global Vision Impact Award:
  1. Sign IAPB commitment HERE (Commitment form HERE)
  2. Apply for the Global Vision Impact Award HERE
August 1, 2026
3 Committee Review (rolling admissions) October 1, 2026
4 Phase 1: Policy Award Granted* Rolling
5 Policy Award Winners Announced (Antigua) November 2, 2026
6 Phase 2: Distribution Award Granted 2027

The Awards are structured as a global challenge, designed to highlight and celebrate countries demonstrating exceptional leadership in addressing avoidable vision loss.
*Only national government officials are eligible to apply for Phase 1.

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