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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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Research

Research is a foundation for many initiatives, campaigns and actions in the Deafblind Community. At the same time, there is often a gap in understanding what researchers do and why in the shared knowledge.

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What is New

The ICF Core Sets for Deafblindness Are Completed!

The ICF Core Sets for Deafblindness Are Completed!

March 12, 2025

DbI is excited and proud to announce the completion of the Core Sets for Deafblindness in the framework of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health ICF.
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Research Aimed at Developing a Global Definition of Deafblindness

Research Aimed at Developing a Global Definition of Deafblindness

March 7, 2025

Research never stops! This particular study conducted by the team researchers from different parts of the world aims to develop a global definition of deafblindness.
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1st DbI Regional Conference in Asia Concludes as a Milestone

1st DbI Regional Conference in Asia Concludes as a Milestone

March 3, 2025

It was much more than a conference: The 1st Regional DbI Conference in Asia, held in Pokhara, Nepal, from 1-3 ...
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