ECOO is pleased to offer an award, to enable a European Diplomat optometry graduate to attend the 16th Annual European Academy of Optometry and Optics (EAOO) conference, which is taking place in Ljubljana, Slovenia from 16 – 18 May. This conference is an inspiring event filled with cutting-edge research presentations, networking opportunities and professional development sessions.
The winner of the Diplomat award will receive €1,000 sponsorship, from ECOO, to cover the costs of attending the conference.
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for the EDO Graduate sponsorship, applicants must:
- have completed their optometry degree at an EDO accredited institution
- OR have been awarded the EDO by examination
And:
- apply online by completing the application questions
Selection process
All applications will be reviewed by the ECOO application panel to ensure the eligibility criteria are met. The panel will select one winner based on the answers given to the application questions and their decision will be final. No correspondence will be entered into regarding the decision.
Closing date
The closing date for applications is 3 March 2025. The Award winner will be notified, by email, within 14 days of the closing date.
Further information
You can download this application information here.
For any queries regarding the EDO Diplomat Award, please email: accreditation@ecoo.info