WLEH Featured in Ghana Media: Inaugural Women Leaders in Eye Health Conference Gets Spotlight

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Oct 9, 2025

We’re thrilled to share that Asaase Radio Ghana featured Women Leaders in Eye Health in their coverage of Orbis International’s inaugural WLEH Conference in Ghana’s Ashanti Region.

The article highlights how this ground-breaking event brought together female eye health professionals : ophthalmologists, optometrists, nurses, and opticians, from across Ghana under the theme “Mentorship, Breaking Barriers; Building Legacies.”

It also underscores the gender gaps in Ghana’s eye care workforce: while women dominate roles such as ophthalmic nurses and opticians, they remain underrepresented among ophthalmologists and leadership positions. WLEH was described as a “pioneering collaborative initiative,” committed to uplifting women in ophthalmology through leadership, mentorship, and strengthened networks.

Find the article here: Asaase Radio

‍We’re honored by this recognition and use it as a reminder that visibility helps move the needle. Thank you to the Ghanaian eye health community and media partners who helped bring this story to life , and to everyone working with us to build more inclusive, equitable eye care systems.

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