Training & Events
Stay informed about the latest events, conferences, workshops, and webinars organized or supported by KAO. Join us for these exciting opportunities to enhance your knowledge, network with industry professionals, and stay up to date with advancements in optometry. Check out our upcoming events below:
KAO Dereva Hodari Eye Screening Campaign 2023 - KPSA
In partnership with Kenya Private Schools Association (KPSA) we will be conducting a free eye screening campaign for school bus drivers dubbed within Nairobi at Parklands Baptist Church. Drivers requiring reading reading glasses, sunglasses or eye drops will receive them free.
Date: Nov. 25, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Event Type: Campaign Event (Eye Screening)
Venue/Platform: Parklands Baptist Church Westlands Grounds
Attendance: Physical
KAO Dereva Hodari Eye Screening Campaign 2023 - KAIS
In partnership with Kenya Association of International Schools (KAIS) will be conducting a free eye screening campaign for school bus drivers dubbed within Nairobi and Mombasa regions. Drivers requiring reading reading glasses, sunglasses or eye drops will receive them free.
Date: Oct. 7, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Event Type: Campaign Event (Eye Screening)
Venue/Platform: Nairobi - Nairobi Jaffery Academy (9am - 2pm), Mombasa - Oshwal Academy (9am - 2pm)
Attendance: Physical
KAO Business Community Launch Luncheon
We take this opportunity to invite all optical business owners and partners to join us at our business luncheon to launch our business community where we are bringing all optical businesses together to share, collaborate, and drive the path to a brighter future in eye care
Date: Aug. 11, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Event Type: Business Event
Venue/Platform: Aga Khan University
Attendance: Physical
Open Discussion on Cataract
We invite all our dear members and other interested members of the optical profession for an open discussion on Cataract facilitated Dr. Tony Walia, Consultant Ophthalmologist.
Date: July 20, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Event Type: Continuous Medical Education (CME)
Venue/Platform: Zoom
Attendance: Virtual
Glaucoma Management
Our distinguished guest speaker, Angela Mokaya, consultant ophthalmologist will guide us through a dynamic session packed with practical knowledge and real-world case studies on glaucoma management. Come network with fellow optometrists and collaborate for better patient care.
Date: March 23, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Event Type: Continuous Medical Education (CME)
Venue/Platform: Harleys, Westlands
Attendance: Physical
World Sight Day 2022 – Dereva Hodari Campaign
Join or partner with us in this initiative to create awareness around eye health and road safety by encouraging public and commercial vehicle drivers to get an eye check-up.
Date: Oct. 12, 2022
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Event Type: Campaign Event (Eye Screening)
Venue/Platform: Country Bus Station, Railways Go downs
Attendance: Physical
