CHICAGO (September 19, 2007) – Prevent Blindness America advocates for sound public policy and adequate funding for initiatives that prevent blindness and save sight.
The annual Eyes on Capitol Hill event provides Prevent Blindness America’s vision advocates an opportunity to meet with Congressional leaders and policymakers who are often unaware of how much can be done for the many Americans who have, or are at risk for, vision loss.
Half of all blindness is preventable, and increased resources for research and prevention can improve the vision health of our population. Greater federal investment is needed to increase the impact of the National Eye Institute and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Share Your Story and Help Shape Our Nation’s Vision Health Policies!
A limited number of Eyes on Capitol Hill advocacy scholarships are available for those with compelling stories to share with their legislators in Washington. Other applicants are welcome to attend at their own expense. The application deadline is December 3, 2007, and applicants will be notified of their acceptance by December 21, 2007. For children selected to attend, one parent will be funded to accompany them.
Apply online today or request a large-print application form at www.preventblindness.net/EOCH or call 1-800-331-2020.
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Founded in 1908, Prevent Blindness America is the nation's leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving sight. Focused on promoting a continuum of vision care, Prevent Blindness America touches the lives of millions of people each year through public and professional education, advocacy, certified vision screening and training, community and patient service programs and research. These services are made possible through the generous support of the American public. Together with a network of affiliates, divisions and chapters, it's committed to eliminating preventable blindness in America. For more information, or to make a contribution to the sight-saving fund, call 1-800-331-2020.
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