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Earlier this month, the long-awaited Sports Eyewear Safety Month resolution was introduced, expressing support for the goals of Sports Eye Safety Month by promoting the importance of playing sports with the proper protective eyewear. A big thank you to the resolution’s sponsor, Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC).

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The countdown to June 27—National Sunglasses Day—continues! Brought to life by The Vision Council, it’s an annual reminder to protect eyes from the sun’s rays all year long.

With warmer days around the corner, Americans…

The Vision Council is pleased to share that the May social media content calendar is now available for members to download and use in their consumer-facing social media marketing.

As part of The Vision Council’s mission to support consumer outreach and education, the calendar is a monthly member benefit and includes…

The countdown to June 27—National Sunglasses Day—has begun! Brought to life by The Vision Council, it’s an annual reminder to protect your eyes from the sun’s rays all year long.

This year, we’ll be shining the light on eyewear and eyecare that optimizes safety, style and performance and we encourage you to join the celebration by…

The Vision Council is pleased to share that the April social media content calendar is now available for members to download and use in their consumer-facing social media marketing.

As part of The Vision Council’s mission to support consumer outreach and education, the calendar is a monthly member benefit and includes…

If you were unable to attend the presentation at Vision Expo East or would like the opportunity to engage once more with the presenters, Thursday, April 13 at 2 p.m. ET, DONEGER | TOBE will present the Fashion Trend…

Vision Expo East 2023 announced the winners of the inaugural NOW Awards on Saturday, March 18, at the Javits Center in New York City. The awards honored brands that embodied the latest trends and innovations in eyewear.

More than 100 companies and 180 brands participated in the competition, submitting products to eight different…

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Last November, The Vision Council’s Government and Regulatory Affairs team held an open call for all members to participate in a discussion on Made in the USA labeling requirements and to better understand their business expansion challenges.  

Vision Expo East 2023 concluded on Sunday, March 19, following four days of new product discovery, action-packed education sessions, networking events, and business meetings. Held at New York City’s Javits Center from March 16–19, Vision Expo East was the largest gathering of ophthalmic professionals in the United States in recent years.

Recipients of the Opening Your Eyes Scholarship receive $6,000 per year and reimbursement of exam fees.

Funded by members and supporters of The Vision Council, the Opening Your Eyes Scholarship is a 501(c)(3) charity designed to provide financial assistance and career opportunities to minority high school seniors throughout the United…