Britain’s Dr Cindy Tromans has been appointed as president of the World Council of Optometry (WCO). The WCO’s 2025 virtual general assembly on September 30 marked the formal beginning of her leadership of the organisation.
A media release said Dr Tromans shared her vision for the future, emphasising to general assembly attendees the importance of ensuring that optometry’s voice was both heard and acted upon.
“WCO is the global voice of optometry. And we don’t just say that – we need to act it,” she said. “We need to ensure that the potential of optometry is understood to provide sustainable, affordable, and equitable eyecare.”
The assembly also celebrated the election of Dr Rajeev Prasad (India) as the WCO president-elect for the 2025-2027 term, signalling the next chapter of leadership for the organisation.
“I am committed to work alongside each one of you to strengthen our shared vision for optometry globally,” Dr Prasad said.
“Together, I’m sure that we will advance eye health, foster collaboration, and create a lasting global impact. I’m really looking forward to working alongside you all in this journey.”
Dr Prasad has served on the WCO Board of Directors since 2021.
The WCO thanked Australian Professor Peter Hendicott, president between 2021 and 2023, for his “dedication, time, expertise, and strategic insight he brought to the organisation” on its presidents group and board of directors.
