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!
Introducing our NEW awareness initiative for National Deafblind Awareness Month!
Beyond Barriers: Expressions for All Senses.

World map of Deafblind Support Organisations
June 6, 2025
We are excited to present an interactive map featuring organisations that provide education and other assistance to people with deafblindness.
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The wonderful Graciela Ferioli has finally received her Lifetime Achievement Award in person
June 5, 2025
This award was originally presented at our 1st Regional Asian Conference in Nepal in March. Graciela Ferioli, from Argentina, received this recognition for her over four decades of pioneering work in Latin America and the Caribbean.
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World Conference 2027: Join the Programme Committee!
May 26, 2025
Deafblind International (DbI) and the World Federation of the Deafblind (WFDB) are jointly organising the next World Conference on Deafblindness, known within WFDB as the Helen Keller World Conference.
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