How to Get Involved: Make the World See the Value of Vision
Whether you are shaping policy, delivering care, investing in innovation or advocating for communities, there is a role for everyone in turning the value of vision into action. Explore how your organisation or sector can engage with the Global Summit for Eye Health and help drive commitments, partnerships and progress that lasts beyond 2026.
A Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity
In November 2026, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, in technical collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and supported by IAPB, will host the first Global Summit for Eye Health.
This is more than a meeting; it is a global call to action. With over one billion people living with avoidable sight loss, eye health is one of the most significant—yet solvable—challenges of our time. By addressing this, we can unlock a $447 billion annual boost to the global economy and ensure millions more children stay in school and adults remain in work.
Whether you are a head of state, a global CEO, a frontline clinician, or a grassroots advocate, your involvement is the key to transforming a shared vision into lasting action.
The Pathway to Impact: Landmark Commitments
The central goal of the Global Summit is to secure a new wave of ambitious commitments aligned with our Six Accelerators. These commitments will be formally recognised in the Summit’s official outcome document and featured on our global Commitment Portal.
We are asking all partners to Act, Allocate, and Accelerate:
- Act: Embed eye health into broader health and development systems.
- Allocate: Increase resources and explore innovative funding.
- Accelerate: Implement high-impact interventions to scale access quickly.
Choose Your Pathway
Select your group below to find tailored guidance, resources, and specific ways your organisation can contribute to the Summit’s success.
Governments & Policymakers
Lead the global response by integrating eye health into national health frameworks and announcing landmark policy reforms.
Private Sector
Recognised as the frontline of delivery, the private sector is invited to scale innovation, supply chains, and investment.
Join the IAPB Global Network
At IAPB, we bring together a powerful network of hundreds of organisations across more than 100 countries – including NGO’s, hospitals, research institutes, professional bodies, and business. For almost a century, IAPB has united this diverse community to work collaboratively toward ending avoidable sight loss.
IAPB Membership is your opportunity to lead change, help influence better health systems and policies, amplify your impact, connect with a global movement shaping the future of eye care worldwide.
Become a Summit Supporter
Support the Summit and the wider “Value of Vision” campaign and help us unite leaders, experts, and advocates to ensure the Summit’s outcomes are enduring. Supporters gain high-level visibility and strategic networking opportunities with global decision-makers.
Tools and Evidence to Drive Change
Success at the Global Summit is driven by evidence. We have developed a comprehensive suite of resources—including the “Value of Vision” investment case, policy frameworks, and executive briefings—to help you build a compelling case for action within your organisation or with your national government.
Not sure where you fit?
If your organisation doesn’t fall into the categories above but you want to support the mission to end avoidable sight loss, we want to hear from you.
