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The Vision Council brings the power of sight to all through education, government relations, research, and technical standards. A leading advocate for the optical industry, the association positions its members to deliver the eyewear and eyecare people need to look and feel their best. Vital to health, independence and safety, better vision leads to better lives. 


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EyeMed Vision Care® and The Vision Council Foundation Join Forces to Increase Eye Health Awareness and Advocacy 

Cincinnati, Ohio & Alexandria, VA, November 13, 2024 – EyeMed Vision Care® and The Vision Council Foundation have established a partnership focused on their shared mission to drive the optical industry forward by raising public awareness and advocacy on the importance of overall eye health. This multi-phased collaboration brings together both organizations to develop and launch a unique series of […] EyeMed and The Vision Council Foundation Join Forces

Veteran-Owned Eyewear Companies to Support This Veterans Day

Veteran’s Day is observed on November 11 to honor the individuals that have served in America’s military. This year, The Vision Council Foundation would like to call attention to veteran-owned eyewear companies and encourage you to support their businesses. By shopping at a veteran-owned business, you show gratitude to those who have protected our country […] Support Veteran-Owned Eyewear Brands This Veteran’s Day

Celebrating National Scholarship Month: The Opening Your Eyes Scholarship Fund Supports the Next Generation of Opticians

November is National Scholarship Month and The Vision Council Foundation is excited to celebrate by shining a spotlight on our Opening Your Eyes Scholarship. The Opening Your Eyes Scholarship is a fund designed to provide financial assistance to members of underrepresented communities interested in pursuing a career in the optical industry as a licensed optician. […] Celebrating National Scholarship Month

The Vision Council Names Top 10 Products from Vision Expo West

Alexandria, Va., Sept. 30, 2024—Vision Expo West 2024, co-hosted by The Vision Council, attracted thousands of attendees from the eyewear and eyecare industries to Las Vegas from September 18-21. In addition to morning-to-night education and networking opportunities, more than 350 organizations took to the exhibit floor, highlighting a range of offerings—including these ‘Top 10 Products’ […] Check Out the Top 10 Products from Vision Expo West

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Chelsea Pillsbury
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cpillsbury@thevisioncouncil.org

Tori Hyndman
Director, Communications
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