COPCID 2027 · 1st Congress of Paediatric Optometry and International Development Cooperation · Barcelona, 5 and 6 March 2027
“Advances in children’s eye health applied to the global vision landscape: from clinical research to implementation in vulnerable settings”
COPCID 2027 is set to be a key meeting point for professionals, researchers and experts in optometry, contact lens practice and vision sciences, with visual health and cooperation at the heart of the congress. Against a backdrop of constant scientific and technological progress, this event aims to promote a holistic, collaborative and patient-centred approach.
The congress is aimed at professionals in the eye health sector and at people linked to NGOs that cooperate in this field.
Throughout the conference, COPCID 2027 will offer a high-calibre scientific programme addressing the latest advances in diagnosis, treatment and prevention, whilst promoting the exchange of knowledge and cooperation amongst professionals. Furthermore, it will foster research, innovation and networking, with the aim of improving the quality of eye care and jointly tackling the present and future challenges facing the profession.
Main Objectives
- To promote knowledge of children’s eye health and paediatric optometry.
- To foster international cooperation in eye health.
- To establish collaborative networks between professionals and organisations.
Main Topics
- Children’s Eye Health
- Paediatric Optometry
- International Cooperation
- Public Policy on Eye Health
- Training in Optometry and Eye Health
Target Audience
- Optometrists, Eye Care Professionals
- Paediatricians
- Optometry Students
- Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)
Would you like to take part in the conference?
Abstract submission deadline: 31 December 2026.
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PROGRAMME
Download the congress programme in PDF (provisional version).
REGISTRATION
Early bird prices until 20 December 2026.
See the fees for OCULARIS members, registered optometrists, students and other groups, and complete your registration.
VENUE
Barcelona East School of Engineering (EEBE), Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)
Diagonal-Besòs Campus · Av. d’Eduard Maristany, 16 · 08019 Barcelona
If you would like more information, contact us at copcid@ocularis.ong
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