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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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ICF Core Set and Functional Definition/Criteria of Deafblindness: Implementation

Deafblind International (DbI) is pleased to share the successful completion of the ICF Core Sets for Deafblindness, developed within the framework of the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF).

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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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