Practical resources to support understanding, advocacy, and action
Retina International’s Toolkits provide accessible information and practical resources to help people affected by retinal conditions, their families, advocates, and member organisations better understand retinal health, navigate challenges, and strengthen their ability to advocate for improved care and research.
Supporting Informed and Empowered Communities
Retina International’s Toolkits provide trusted information, patient perspectives and practical resources to help people affected by retinal conditions make informed decisions and access support.
Designed for the global retina community, these resources aim to:
- Improve understanding of retinal conditions
- Raise awareness and support education
- Encourage informed conversations with healthcare professionals
- Strengthen patient advocacy and local organisations
Through education and knowledge sharing, RI is committed to empowering people affected by retinal conditions.
Explore our Toolkits
Inherited Retinal Diseases (IRDs) Toolkit
Learn about inherited retinal diseases, including diagnosis, genetic testing, treatments, clinical trials, research and opportunities for patient involvement and advocacy.
AMD Toolkit
Discover information on age-related macular degeneration (AMD), including diagnosis, treatment, living with vision changes, accessing support and getting involved in research and advocacy.
Diabetes Related Eye Disease
Explore diabetes-related eye disease, including diabetic retinopathy, screening, treatment and ongoing eye care, with guidance on patient empowerment and advocacy.
Know Your Code Toolkit
Discover how genetic testing can support the diagnosis of inherited retinal diseases and explore resources advocating for affordable and accessible testing.
Understanding Our Eyes
Discover how the eye works, how vision is formed and the role of the retina in sight, building a foundation for understanding retinal health and eye conditions.
Advocacy Toolkit
Explore practical resources to help patients, organisations and advocates develop effective advocacy strategies, influence policy and engage decision-makers to improve retinal health, research and access to care.
Why Education Matters
Education helps people make informed decisions, engage confidently with healthcare professionals, participate in research, and advocate for better care.
By strengthening knowledge across our global community, we help ensure that patient voices remain central to scientific innovation, healthcare policy, and the development of future treatments.
Together, education creates stronger advocates, stronger organisations, and stronger outcomes for people living with retinal conditions.
Learn With Us
Education at Retina International goes beyond learning—it is about becoming part of a global community committed to improving the future of retinal health.
Whether you are looking to build your knowledge, develop advocacy skills, explore educational resources, or connect with experts and peers, we invite you to discover everything our Education & Learning programmes have to offer.
Continue Your Learning
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