Vision 2020 Australia in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Vision 2020 Australia

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9656 2020

Address: Level 3, 33 Lincoln Square South 3053 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.vision2020australia.org.au

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25.01.2022 Lead by our board member Associate Professor Heather Mack, researchers from the Centre for Eye Research Australia and University of Melbourne are encouraging Australians with inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) to share their views on potential gene therapy treatments as part of a world-first survey.

24.01.2022 Despite the significant progress Vision 2020 Australia and its members have made over the past 20 years in closing the gap for vision, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are still three times more likely to be blind or have vision loss than other Australians. Last year the sector came together to develop 'Strong eyes, strong communities: a five year plan for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander eye health and vision' that charts a course to close the gap for visio...n and achieve a world class system of eye health and vision care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. This NAIDOC Week we recommit to a genuine partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and organisations, as we continue to work together to implement this plan. https://www.vision2020australia.org.au//strong-eyes-strong

23.01.2022 Did you know that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are still three times more likely to be blind or vision impaired than non-Indigenous Australians? Read more in the AIHW’s report: Indigenous eye health measures 2020, launched today by Greg Hunt MP https://www.aihw.gov.au//indigenous-eye-health-mea/summary

23.01.2022 Tonight's the night! At 5pm (AEDT) we'll be hosting the inaugural Barry Jones Vision Oration via Zoom, delivered by Australian of the Year Dr James Muecke AM, and featuring reflections from our Patron the Hon Professor Barry Jones AC. To find out more or to register please visit https://www.vision2020australia.org.au//2020-barry-jones-/

22.01.2022 To celebrate our 20th anniversary, Vision 2020 Australia has established the annual Barry Jones Vision Oration, named in honour of the Hon Dr Barry Jones AC, who has been a long standing supporter of our shared vision over many years. This oration will offer an annual opportunity to recognise the importance of eye health and vision matters, and to profile the outstanding achievements across our sector. We are pleased to announce that Dr James Muecke AM, 2020 Australian of the Year, will be delivering the inaugural oration, taking place this Wednesday 28 October at 5pm (AEDT), via Zoom webinar. For more information and to register please visit the event page on our website.

18.01.2022 Save Your Sight Get Tested. https://www.visioninitiative.org.au/sav/cost-of-an-eye-test

18.01.2022 Happy NAIDOC Week 2020. This week we will celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and to acknowledge the voices of First Nations Australians in our history and democracy as we work together for a shared future. #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek

17.01.2022 Did you know that audio description was launched for the first time in Australia in June 2020? Nearly a year on, ABC and SBS are still the only networks who have audio description on free to air TV. Learn more about Blind Citizens Australia's #TV4All campaign and sign the petition here: https://www.change.org/p/the-hon-paul-fletcher-mp-tv4all-it

17.01.2022 2020 was a strong year for collective voice and national policy making. Across 2020, there were a total of 14 meetings of the four national policy committees and a further 58 working group meetings and workshops. In total, over 70 representatives from member organisations participated in those meetings. #YearInReview Read those submissions here:

17.01.2022 2020 was a strong year for collective voice and national policy making. Across 2020, there were a total of 14 meetings of the four national policy committees and a further 58 working group meetings and workshops. In total, over 70 representatives from member organisations participated in those meetings. #YearInReview Read those submissions here:

17.01.2022 For International Day of Women and Girls in Science we are highlighting the work some incredible women are doing in the vision sector. Lisa Nivison-Smith is a vision scientist interested in improving the understanding and early detection of retinal diseases, particularly macular degeneration. Lisa is currently an NHMRC Research fellow and Scientia lecturer at the University of New South Wales. She is a keen science communicator and part of the UNSW Women Science Champions. Read more about Lisa's work here:

16.01.2022 Professor Nitin Verma has formally assumed the role of RANZCO President this month, taking over the role from Associate Professor Heather Mack. From individual patients to national eyecare systems, Professor Verma has made it his mission to improve eye health and vision care outcomes in developing countries.

16.01.2022 This week is Lions Eye Institute Research Week, and the Institute is hosting a range of events to share important developments in research into vision loss and blindness https://www.lei.org.au/about/news/lei-research-week-2020/

16.01.2022 Vision 2020 Australia welcomes the recent announcement of Zed Seselja as the new Minister for International Development and the Pacific. The eye sector makes an important contribution to this sector and we look forward to tackling key challenges like record levels of blindness in PNG with him. Our thanks to outgoing minister Alex Hawke MP for his support & wish him all the best as he assumes responsibility for Immigration, Citizenship and Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs

14.01.2022 Last night we were honoured to be able to host the inaugural Barry Jones Vision Oration! We were privileged to have Australian of the Year, Dr James Muecke AM, delivering the oration, followed by reflections from our Patron Professor Barry Jones AC, who described the oration as "electrifying", "compelling" and "powerful". We'd like to sincerely thank James, Barry, our Deputy Chair Maureen O'Keefe, and everyone involved for making the inaugural Barry Jones Vision Oration poss...ible. We'd also like to thank all attendees for registering and showing support for the sector - we look forward to seeing you all (hopefully in person!) for next year's event. For a more detailed wrap-up of the oration please view the article on our website https://www.vision2020australia.org.au//australian-of-the/

13.01.2022 Proudly announcing the release of a free new training module ‘Diabetes and eye health’ developed by the Vision Initiative and ADEA, accredited 3 CPD points. Read more here

13.01.2022 Today is World Keratoconus Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about keratoconus (KC), as well as educating and advocating for those living with keratoconus. Watch this video to learn more: #worldkcday

13.01.2022 Fixing people’s vision and giving them the capacity to see the world around them is one of the great things a person can do to help others and I’m pleased to have this opportunity to contribute to this significant work. Welcome Christopher Pyne to the Vision 2020 Australia board. https://www.vision2020australia.org.au//christopher-pyne-/

11.01.2022 Huge achievement for the eyecare professionals who were recognised at the Queen’s Birthday Honours this week. Special congratulations to our board member Associate Professor Heather Mack!

10.01.2022 If you or someone you know is living with diabetes, register for KeepSight to receive reminders when it’s time to have your eyes tested. Register here: https://www.keepsight.org.au/

07.01.2022 It's Orthoptics Awareness Week! This year's theme is A day in the life of an orthoptist Through my eyes. Read about the lives of several Orthoptists working around Australia here. #OAW2021 https://www.insightnews.com.au/oaw-2021-the-role-of-an-ort/

07.01.2022 Our Chair @amandavanstone concluded her six year term at the helm of our Board at today’s Annual General Meeting. She brought a wealth of experience, expertise and intellect to the role, and has been generous in drawing upon her networks to support our advocacy at the highest level. We are incredibly grateful for the enormous contribution she has made to the eye health and vision care sector and wish her well for the future. https://www.vision2020australia.org.au//amanda-vanstone-en

06.01.2022 Extended waiting lists for routine yet potentially eyesight-saving cataract surgery could be slashed under a plan proposed by the eye health and vision care sector in a submission to the 2021-22 Federal Budget. Read our full pre-budget submission here:

05.01.2022 Save Your Sight Get Tested. https://www.visioninitiative.org.au/sav/cost-of-an-eye-test

05.01.2022 It's Men's Health Week this week. Did you know men are less frequent visitors to medical professionals and the health status of males in most countries, including Australia, is generally poorer than that of females. The good news is that booking an eye test is simple!... Find out more here: https://www.visioninitiative.org.au/sav/cost-of-an-eye-test

04.01.2022 Tune in now to Vision Australia Radio for the final hour of Vision Australia's special #WhiteCaneDay concert!

03.01.2022 Vision 2020 Australia was sorry to hear of the recent passing of Major General the Honourable Michael Jeffery. Among his many achievements, he played an important part in tackling trachoma in this country through his leadership of the Australian Trachoma Alliance. Our thoughts are with his family and colleagues during this sad time.

02.01.2022 Happy World Orthoptics Day! Watch the video below to learn more about the work of an orthoptist. #OAW2021

02.01.2022 The nominations for the 2021 Impact 25 Awards have been announced. A big year for the vision sector with Blind Citizens Australia CEO, Emma Bennison and Gabi Hollows and Ian Wishart from Fred Hollows receiving nominations. Cast your votes here: