Vision Science Academy observed CVI Awareness Month and National Eye Health Week UK in October 2025
London, UK – September 30, 2025: Vision Science Academy actively participated in raising awareness on brain and vision interactions and promoting eye health by observing Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI) Awareness Month and National Eye Health Week UK.
What Is CVI?
CVI is a visual processing disorder where the brain, rather than the eyes themselves, has difficulty interpreting what is seen. It is increasingly recognised as one of the leading causes of visual impairment in children in many countries. Early recognition, intervention, and supportive strategies can significantly improve visual function and quality of life.
Program Highlights and Activities
During the month, Vision Science Academy organised a variety of programs:
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- The Vision Science Talks observing CVI Awareness
Daliya Patterkadavan, an expert in the field of CVI, addressed our audience on how Low Vision Aids Transform Life in CVI.
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- A Vision Post Exclusive Article on CVI
Ms. Rupali, another prominent CVI practitioner shared her insights into CVI through her Exclusive Article in the Vision Post Exclusive.
Ms. Rupali, another prominent CVI practitioner shared her insights into CVI through her Exclusive Article in the Vision Post Exclusive.
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- CVI Awareness Reels
Ms. Rupali also contributed with her reels on CVI for spreading awareness among the general audience.
Impact and Takeaways
- The VS Talks reached out to 18 different countries globally.
- The awareness reel was viewed over 2000 times across all our social media platforms.
- The institutional social media campaign (using hashtags like #CVIAwarenessMonth, #CorticalVisualImpairment) fostered community engagement.
The National Eye Health Week (UK) 2025
National Eye Health Week is an annual campaign in the UK to encourage proactive eye care, early detection of eye conditions, and promotion of protective behaviors. More than two million UK residents live with sight loss, and many cases are preventable through timely intervention.
Activities and Engagement by Vision Science Academy
To support the NEHW goals, Vision Science Academy carried out the following:
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- Public Awareness and Education
Our social media campaigns focused on making our audience aware on the statistics of sight loss in UK and significant numbers regarding crucial factors like high-risk gender and prevention status of the common causes.
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- Supportive Initiatives
Encouraged breaks from screens and eye-friendly behaviors during the week. Provided guidelines on workplace eye ergonomics, UV protection, and recognising symptoms of early eye disease.
Outcomes and Influence
- The awareness campaign achieved good engagement across social media, increasing knowledge of preventive eye health measures.
Statements and Future Directions
“Observing CVI Awareness Month reinforces our deeper commitment to bridging the gap between brain function and vision in our work,” said Kristi Sharma, Education Engagement Manager, Vision Science Academy.
“As part of the global push to remind everyone that vision matters, we are honored to actively support National Eye Health Week (UK),” commented Dr. Abhishek Mandal, Founder and CEO, Vision Science Academy, with the intention to expand eye health education across all age groups and settings.
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