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Deafblind International DbI is THE point of connection in deafblindness worldwide. We connect to maximize positive impact for and with all those concerned and involved.

As an international not-for-profit membership organization we have a constitution, members from around the globe, 17 thematically or geographically focused Networks and are managed by a volunteer Board. “Connect to Act” and join us as an individual member!

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In Focus

Create and Connect Campaign. What does it truly mean to connect?

In a world that often relies on sight and sound, there are many other ways to experience, understand, and relate to one another. This season, we invite you to explore connection beyond the usual — through touch, movement, creativity, and shared presence.

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What is New

Now Available: “Adult Medical Issues in CHARGE Syndrome” Webinar Recording

Now Available: “Adult Medical Issues in CHARGE Syndrome” Webinar Recording

May 1, 2026

Welcome to the webinar recording “Adult Medical Issues in CHARGE Syndrome: Insights, Stories and Developing a Comprehensive Care Checklist.
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Webinar Recording Now Available: Life Beyond School

Webinar Recording Now Available: Life Beyond School

May 1, 2026

The recording of our recent webinar “Life Beyond School: When Passions Turn into Meaningful Employment” is now available to watch.
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Call for Papers: Clinical Forum on Communication and Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI)

Call for Papers: Clinical Forum on Communication and Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI)

May 1, 2026

Children with vision differences—and particularly those with Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI)—and their families frequently interact with speech-language pathology services during early intervention and throughout their school years.
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