Professional Development Grants and Thought Leadership
To elevate the visibility and influence of female eye health professionals globally, WLEH supports women’s participation in key conferences and thought leadership platforms.
This experience enables them to build critical connections, share expertise, and advocate for gender equality within eye health systems.
To achieve this, WLEH:
Awards
WLEH awards professional development grants, ensuring that female leaders gain access to opportunities to connect, learn, and contribute to the field.
Collaboration
WLEH fosters collaboration with major conferences, increasing women’s representation in speaking roles, panels, and workshops to diversify thought leadership.
Women Circles
WLEH establishes post-conference engagement structures that include mentorship-focused workshops, integrating “women’s circles” to encourage ongoing growth and support.
APPLY TODAY!
Are you a woman in eye health looking to expand your expertise and amplify your voice on the global stage?
Have you read the call for applications, and are eligible to apply to the grant?
The WLEH Professional Development Grant provides financial support for female professionals to attend international conferences, engage in thought leadership opportunities, and strengthen their professional networks.
This grant empowers women to share their insights, participate in key discussions, and gain visibility in eye health, gender-focused discussions, and global health.
Seize this opportunity to grow, connect, and lead.
Dr. Fatma Shakarchi
Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre
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