IAPB Launches World Sight Day 2026 Campaign, Invites Eyecare Sector to Celebrate on October 8

Published on July 6, 2026
LONDON—The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) has announced the launch of its 2026 campaign for World Sight Day, with a call for the eye health sector to unite behind the global movement once again to #LoveYourEyes. Taking place on Oct. 8, 2026, this year’s campaign spotlights the power of people by putting stories, lived experiences and community action at the heart of the movement, the agency said. Building on the success of the last five years, the campaign continues to remind everyone, everywhere to prioritize their own eye health, while calling on governments around the world to unlock funding and prioritize eyecare so everyone, everywhere can access the care they need.
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