Throughout 2026, we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of DbI as an independent non-profit organisation, completely focused on the rights and needs of people with deafblindness, their families, specialised service organisations and relevant research.DbI was…
Author: Ilya Platonov
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
One of DbI’s core values is DIVERSITY. This is the corresponding statement: “Diversity. Promoting integrity and inclusion for each and everyone concerned and involved worldwide”.
Current Communication Theme: The Power of Social Connection
This theme celebrates the profound impact of human connection within the deafblind community, centered on the foundational principle that people always come first.
New video on DbI YouTube Channel!
Global Education Campaign Latin America educators discussed approaches in teaching children with deafblindness.You can watch full video here. During the meeting following topics were discussed (the video is in Spanish) 1. Fundamental PrinciplesCommunication is essential for…
WHO AFRO Webinar on Integrated Care for Sensory Impairments
WHO AFRO is organising an online session to discuss the new WHA 78 resolution on integrated care for sensory impairments. The webinar will introduce key regional challenges, share practical tools, and highlight experiences from countries…
Interview with Mirko Baur, President of Deafblind International (DbI)
In a recent conversation with Empreinte RDC Mag, Bob and Gracia Kabashi of inDicaPéd discuss their mission to advance inclusion for people with disabilities in the Democratic Republic of Congo through education, advocacy, and community…