Optometry news – WCO reveals theme for World Optometry Day

The World Council of Optometry (WCO) will highlight the expanding role of the profession as part of World Optometry Day, advocating for greater global access to eye care and ensuring optometrists can thrive within their healthcare systems.

The theme for the 2023 World Optometry Day, on Thursday 23 March, is: ‘Expanding optometry’s role… the time is now!’

The global awareness day aims to highlight optometry as a healthcare profession, as well as the contribution of the profession in supporting access to eye healthcare as a human right.

With the 2023 theme, the WCO said it seeks to “advocate for stronger global access to eye care and ensure that optometrists around the world have the education and skills to thrive and contribute within their respective healthcare systems.”

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