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.
50 Years of DbI Podcast Series | Episode 4: Roxanna Spruyt
October 2, 2026
What does it take to connect a global community when borders and language barriers stand in the way? In this special 50th-anniversary episode, Amy Stevenson sits down with Deafblind Ontario Services CEO Roxanna Spruyt for a candid, inspiring look inside Deafblind International (DbI).
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50 Years of DbI Podcast Series | Episode 3: Graciela Ferioli
September 25, 2026
What does it take to spend over three decades building an international community and championing educational access across Latin America?
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Hybrid Knowledge Exchange: The experience of growing up & being deafblind
September 23, 2026
Over the past several years, many of you have contributed to, collaborated on, or supported our international research exploring the lived experiences of people who are deafblind across the Global North and Global South.
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