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National Association of Vision Professionals

Connecting those in the vision field with new ideas, resources and professional development

To serve as a forum for ideas on vision conservation and eye health of all people.

06/16/2026

June is National Children's Vision Awareness Month.

Vision plays an important role in how children learn, grow, and experience the world around them. Yet many vision issues can go unnoticed, especially when children assume everyone sees the same way they do.

Early detection through vision screening and comprehensive eye care can help identify concerns before they impact learning, development, and quality of life.

This month, we celebrate the professionals, educators, healthcare providers, and volunteers working every day to support children's vision and eye health.

Together, we can help more children see clearly and reach their full potential.

06/12/2026

NAVP is excited to welcome Dr. Dawn DeCarlo, CEO of Sight Savers America and Professor Emerita at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, to the 2026 NAVP Conference. Dr. DeCarlo currently leads Sight Savers America and has dedicated her career to advancing children's vision health, vision rehabilitation, research, and access to care.

On Wednesday, July 22 at 9:30 AM, she will present:
Understanding Eye Exam Notes and Anatomy of the Eye

This session will help attendees better understand basic eye anatomy, interpret eye exam reports, and use that information to better serve clients and patients.

Whether you work in vision screening, education, healthcare, or community outreach, this practical session will provide valuable knowledge you can apply in your work.

📍 Durham, NC
📅 July 22–23, 2026

Learn more and register: https://visionpros.org/2026-navp-conference/

06/10/2026

Never attended an NAVP Conference before?

You might be surprised by how quickly it feels like you're among friends and colleagues who understand the work you do.

NAVP brings together professionals from across the vision field to learn from experts, share ideas, discuss challenges, and build connections that continue long after the conference ends.

Whether you're a school nurse, vision screener, educator, clinician, or program leader, there's a place for you at NAVP.

We'd love to welcome you to Durham this July.
📍 Durham, NC
📅 July 22 to 23, 2026

Learn more and register: https://visionpros.org/2026-navp-conference/

06/07/2026

One of the most valuable parts of conferences like NAVP is the opportunity to connect with others who understand the work you do.

Vision professionals often work across different specialties, organizations, schools, clinics, and communities, but many of the challenges and goals are shared. Networking creates space to exchange ideas, learn from different approaches, discover new resources, and build relationships that continue long after the conference ends.

Some of the best conversations happen outside the presentation room.

That is one reason we are excited to bring professionals together in Durham this July.
📍 Durham, NC
📅 July 22 to 23, 2026

Registration: https://visionpros.org/2026-navp-conference/

06/05/2026

Hear from NAVP President Rachael Grammer as she shares why the work happening in vision care matters so deeply. ⏯️

From supporting children’s vision health to strengthening communities through screening and access to care, this field is built on people coming together to make a difference. NAVP is proud to support the professionals leading that work every day.

Conference Registration: https://visionpros.org/2026-navp-conference/

06/01/2026

Today is the final day to register for the 2026 NAVP Conference at the early registration rate.

Join vision professionals from across the country for two days of learning, collaboration, and conversation around vision screening, pediatric eye care, clinical practice, and eye health.

We look forward to welcoming attendees to Durham this July.

📍 Durham, NC
📅 July 22 to 23, 2026

Register today: https://visionpros.org/2026-navp-conference/

05/29/2026

A quick reminder for those planning to attend the 2026 NAVP Conference.
Early registration pricing ends Monday, June 1.

NAVP 2026 will bring together professionals from across the country for conversations around vision screening, pediatric eye care, clinical practice, low vision rehabilitation, and the future of eye health.

If you are planning to join us in Durham this July, now is the time to register at the discounted rate.

📍 Durham, NC
📅 July 22 to 23, 2026
Register here: visionpros.org/2026-navp-conference

05/27/2026

NAVP is excited to welcome Dr. Nathan Cheung and Dr. Samantha Southard to the 2026 conference lineup.

On Thursday, July 23 at 12:15 PM, they will present:
Treatment and Management of Amblyopia

This session will explore practical approaches to recognizing and treating amblyopia, including glasses, patching, atropine treatment, treatment timelines, and long-term management strategies. Attendees will also hear real-world case examples and current research shaping pediatric eye care today.

Dr. Cheung is an Associate Professor at Duke University and Program Director of the Pediatric Optometry Residency Program at Duke Eye Center. Dr. Southard is currently completing her pediatric optometry residency at Duke with a strong focus on children’s vision and development.
Early registration pricing ends in less than one week.

📍 Durham, NC
📅 July 22 to 23, 2026
Register here: visionpros.org/2026-navp-conference

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