Program Outline
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Orientation Class
The APAO Leadership Development Program (LDP) Class of 2025–26 attended their Orientation Class on April 3–4, 2025, during the 40th APAO Congress in New Delhi, India. The program began with an introductory session, followed by a dynamic Speed Mentoring session led by Dr. Helena Prior FILIPE, and concluded with an engaging half-day Insights Discovery Workshop facilitated by Ms. Ronjana KALYANPUR.
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Master Class
The 3-day Master Class, proudly hosted by the Ophthalmological Society of Chinese Taipei, was held from August 22 to 24, 2025, in Taipei City. The event brought together 19 APAO participants, 10 local attendees, and 4 observers, creating a dynamic and collaborative learning environment. The thoughtfully curated curriculum featured informative talks, interactive workshops, team-building exercises, and engaging gamification activities. The local host also provided a variety of networking opportunities, fostering meaningful professional connections and enriching cultural exchange within the ophthalmology community.
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Graduating Class
Eighteen participants presented their self-initiated LDP Projects on February 7, 2026, at the APAO Congress in Hong Kong, China and graduated successfully from the Leadership Development Program.
![]() Orientation Class Program Book |
![]() Master Class Program Booklet |
![]() Graduating Class Abstract Book |





