WLEH Events

Stay engaged with the WLEH community through our upcoming in-person Coffee Hours and virtual webinars designed to foster meaningful connections and professional growth.

These events provide a platform for women in eye health to share experiences and discuss key topics in leadership, mentorship, and gender equity.

If you are looking to network, learn from experts and contribute to the conversation, you are welcome to join us in shaping more inclusive eye health systems.

EVENTS

2025 Coffee Hours

Don’t miss out! Stay tuned for upcoming Coffee Hours to connect, learn, and grow with a global community of women leaders in eye health!

Oct 18, 2025
AAO 2025 Coffee Hour
The American Academy of Ophthalmology's annual meeting will be in Orlando, Oct. 18-20, 2025. Stay tuned for further information on our Coffee Hour session!
Oct 13, 2025
FEH Coffee Hour Ghana
Female Mentorship in Ophthalmology - how we thrive at every stage of eye care – from medical school to leadership.
Aug 22, 2025
COECSA 2025 Coffee Hour
12th COECSA Congress to be held in August, 2025, in Addis Ababa! Stay tuned for further details.
May 31, 2025
PAAO 2025-36th Pan-American Congress of Ophthalmology Coffee Hour
The powerful role of mentorship and allyship in advancing women in ophthalmology.
Explore Our Past Coffee Hours
Check our page with the compilation of previous coffee hour sessions

Coffee hours

Coffee Hours are in-person gatherings held at international conferences, bringing women in eye health together to network, share experiences, and engage in meaningful discussions on leadership and gender equity

Advisory Council

Twice a year, the WLEH Advisory Council, composed of influential leaders across eye health and beyond, gathers virtually and in person to drive gender equity and leadership opportunities for women. These strategic events foster expert insights, collaboration, and action to shape the future of eye health.

Networking opportunities

WLEH continuously creates diverse networking opportunities to foster collaboration and professional growth for women in eye health. Through events at international conferences, women’s circles, and fellowship programs, we provide spaces for meaningful connections. These opportunities are regularly communicated through our official channels.

Previous awardees

The WLEH Professional Development Grant has empowered women in eye health by providing opportunities to attend key conferences, expand their networks, and amplify their voices in thought leadership.

"Over the years I've learned to speak truth to power without fear. Let us normalize speaking up against injustices for all minority groups"

Dr. Evelyn Mensah

London North West Health Care NHS Trust

Stay Connected and Inspired

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