The International Glaucoma Association is the charity for people with glaucoma, with the mission to raise awareness of glaucoma, promote research related to early diagnosis and treatment and to provide support to patients and all those who care for them.

The IGA was formed over 30 years ago at King's College Hospital in London. At that time, doctors at King's were keen to improve patient care and find out more about the practical issues associated with living with glaucoma. Exploratory meetings with patients revealed that they too were eager to have a means of keeping in informal contact with eye specialists and fellow patients. Many people were also motivated to find a way to improve the limited resources available for treatment and to encourage research into glaucoma. At one of these meetings in 1974, the Glaucoma Association was officially formed and a council and officers appointed. Our vision is to ensure that all people with or at risk of glaucoma have the knowledge and access to care that will enable them to maintain a good quality of life.

Practical information and emotional support via Sightline
Patient meetings in regional locations
Professional research reports
Higher education in glaucoma for nurses
Help to set up local support groups