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The World Council of Optometry (WCO) is committed to meeting the global eye and vision care needs via collaboration. A multidisciplinary approach will help ensure efficiency — precious resources will be effectively allocated to the development of sustainable, accessible delivery systems offering high-quality, cost-effective eye care. Within this context, we have developed partnerships with many international organizations dedicated to improving social welfare. Examples include:
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International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB)
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The WCO holds Level A membership with the IAPB. WCO President-Elect Robert Chappell sits on the IAPB Board of Trustees.
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United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) – Chair of Visual Health and Development
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The WCO and UNESCO Chair of Visual Health and Development have entered a Memorandum of Understanding to establish the framework of collaboration. We may work together on projects involving public health promotion, teaching and research.
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World Health Organization (WHO)
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The WCO was admitted into official relations with the WHO by a unanimous decision of the WHO Executive Board, which is composed of 32 Member States. The WCO is the first and only optometric organization to have this designation.
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Dr. Serge Resnikoff: World Helath Organisation
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Signing The Declaration
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