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, 18 thematically or geographically focused Networks and are managed by a volunteer Board. “Connect to Act” and join us as an individual member!
50th Anniversary
This year, Deafblind International (DbI) is celebrating its 50th anniversary!
We are delighted to celebrate this milestone with you — DbI members, families, service providers, researchers, and people with lived experience.
Growing Up & Being Deafblind in the Global North and South: Free Two-Day Hybrid Event (October 29–30)
October 26, 2026
Dear colleagues, partners, participants, and friends,We are delighted to invite you to a free two-day international knowledge-sharing event:Growing Up & Being Deafblind in the Global North and South29 October 2026: 9.
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DbI Certificate of School Excellence in Deafblindness: Support for the Global Schools Prize
October 26, 2026
The Varkey Foundation’s Global Schools Prize is a landmark new education award: The US $1 million Global Schools Prize seeks to recognise and celebrate exceptional schools from around the world – institutions that are re-imagining what’s possible in education.
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DEN Best Practice – Swap Market: Structuring Your Classroom
October 24, 2026
Welcome to the September 22, 2026 session of the “Best Practice – Swap Market” hosted by the Deafblind International Educational Network (DEN)!
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