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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!

In Focus

ICF Core Set
for Deafblindness

Under the leadership of members of Deafblind International, an international team is currently in the process of developing the first version of the ICF Core Sets for deafblindness.

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Every child has the right to education!
However, children with deafblindness and similar needs are often left behind.
Our 4-year campaign “LET ME IN” therefore calls for the immediate respect of their right to education worldwide.
The campaign thrives on close international cooperation, notably with the World Federation of The Deafblind WFDB.

What is New

The President of the Parents' Association, Lakpa Nuru Sherpa, presents a tactile map of Nepal.

1st DbI Regional Conference in Asia: Website Has Gone Online!

June 27, 2024

The International Day of Deafblindness is for sure a day of hope. Read more

Flag of Paraguay.

Paraguay Makes History for Deafblindness Day

June 26, 2024

On 25 June 2024, the Honorable Chamber of Deputies of Paraguay approved in plenary session a declaration calling for The International Day of Deafblindness to be declared Day of National Interest Government and private organisations to take action to support, recognise and make visible people with deafblindness in recognition of deafblindness as a unique condition … Read more

Welcome to the Report of the Inter-Ministerial Meeting in Córdoba

June 24, 2024

Welcome to the Report of the Inter-Ministerial Meeting in Córdoba, Argentina, within the framework of the Global Education Campaign of Deafblind International. Read more