Implementing vision and hearing screening in schools: a deep dive into the WHO handbook

The World Health Organization (WHO), invites you to the web meeting " Implementing vision and hearing screening in schools: A deep dive into the WHO handbook".

The vision and hearing school screening handbook, developed by WHO, provides practical guidance to help countries implement effective school-based screening programmes for vision and hearing. Its goal is to ensure early identification and timely intervention for children with sensory impairments, contributing to better health, learning, and life outcomes.

This handbook has been developed with the support of ATscale and aligns with the recommendations of the World report on hearing (WRH) and the World report on vision. It supports the implementation of WHA resolutions 70.13 (hearing), 73.4 (vision), and 78.7 (sensory impairments), and advances progress towards universal health coverage and inclusive education.

About the event
During this 90-minute webinar, participants will:

• Learn about the benefits of joint Vision and Hearing School Screening  
• Explore the key components of the screening process and recommended pathways 
  
• Hear from experts and countries already implementing school screening
• Discuss how to adapt and apply the handbook in national contexts
• Promote the integration of sensory screening into school health programmes

This event is open to all those interested in knowing more about it. It is especially targeted towards:

• Ministries of health and ministries of education
• NGOs and civil society organizations working in child health, education, and disability
• Researchers and technical experts in vision and hearing care
• UN agencies and development partners


The meeting will have simultaneous interpretation in French, Spanish, and International Sign Language, with the support of ATscale. In addition, live captioning will be available in all six UN languages.

Provisional agenda is coming soon. 

The same web meeting is  offered in two slots to accommodate different time zones.

Be part of this important conversation and help shape the future of school health programmes around the world. Together, we can ensure that every child has the opportunity to see, hear, and learn.