About Us

While the discovery of the disease called glaucoma dates back to the 17th century, its role as a cause of blindness has only been known since the 19th century. 

Its prevention will hopefully be the work of the 21st century.

In 1986, ophthalmologist Clinical Professor Ivan Goldberg and glaucoma patient Kath Holmes, formed a Steering Committee to create an organisation to support the needs of patients across Australia.  

By 1988 the Foundation had been incorporated and registered as a charity. At this time, it was known as The Glaucoma Foundation of Australia Inc.

The three foundational aims of the organisation were:
•    to increase community awareness of glaucoma, its potentially blinding effects and the need for regular eye examinations;
•    to provide information and support for glaucoma patients and their families, thus reinforcing advice and explanations given by treating ophthalmologists, and improving compliance with therapy;
•    to develop financial resources to fund glaucoma research.

In March 1999 The Glaucoma Foundation of Australia Incorporated became Glaucoma Australia Incorporated.