The Alliance for Eye and Vision Research (NAEVR), a 501(c)(3) non-profit advocacy organization, constitutes a coalition of nearly 50 professional, patient, consumer, and industry organizations actively engaged in the realm of eye and vision research. AEVR’s overarching objective is to educate the public, policymakers, and other key stakeholders about the critical importance of federally funded vision research. AEVR works to showcase the life-changing advancements made possible by investments in vision science and advocates for sustained funding to address the growing burden of vision disorders.
Each year, AEVR hosts a series of impactful Congressional Briefings, covering urgent topics like myopia, thyroid eye disease, and advances in retinal disease treatments. These events bring together researchers, clinicians, patient advocates, and policymakers to highlight cutting-edge discoveries and the need for sustained federal funding through agencies such as the National Eye Institute (NEI). Each briefing served as a platform to foster dialogue, build awareness, and advocate for the resources necessary to advance vision research.
AEVR launched the Research Saving Sight, Restoring Vision Initiative, building on the momentum of the highly successful Decade of Vision (DOV). This initiative serves as a comprehensive framework for AEVR’s ongoing educational efforts, including Congressional Briefings, Emerging Vision Scientists (EVS) Program, and the development of impactful resources such as fact sheets, studies, and publications. Like the DOV, this initiative highlights the transformative impact of vision research on patients’ lives, with a particular focus on addressing unmet medical needs and improving outcomes for underserved populations.
Dive into AEVR’s unparalleled educational initiatives, designed to highlight the transformative power of vision research. From Congressional Briefings featuring the latest breakthroughs to collaborative programs like our Emerging Vision Scientists Program, we educate policymakers, stakeholders, and the public about the critical role of federally funded vision research.
Together, we’re shaping a future where education drives awareness and fosters continued investment in sight-saving innovations.
Discover how AEVR brings cutting-edge vision research directly to Capitol Hill. Our Congressional Briefings educate policymakers on the latest scientific breakthroughs, underscoring the impact of federally funded research on patients and the economy.
Empowering the next generation of vision research leaders, the EVS program connects early-career scientists with lawmakers to advocate for continued funding. See how AEVR fosters collaboration and highlights the importance of young investigators in advancing vision science.
From detailed fact sheets to comprehensive studies, AEVR provides tools and data to amplify the case for vision research funding. Explore our publications and learn how you can support efforts to keep vision research at the forefront.
