Vale Dr. Jan van Dijk We just received word that a giant in the world of deafblindness and renowned pioneer – Dr. Jan Van Dijk of the Netherlands, has passed away. Dr. van Dijk has…
Author: Mirko Baur
Introducing the Deafblind International Youth Network (DbIYN)
The Deafblind International Youth Network (DbIYN) is part of a group of specialist networks that are recognised as one of the core activities of Deafblind International The youth network provides a global platform from which…
Campaing to identify people with deafblindness in Venezuela
Deafblind International thanks Yvette Gallegos for the translation of this post from Spanish to English. SOCIEVEN find deafblind people through the campaign named “short films for deafblind people”. Program: “Create consciousness about deafblindness 2005-2017 In…
Touch of Closeness
Touch of Closeness by: Femke Krijger (fkrijger@live.nl) The Dbi conference ‘Touch of Closeness’ challenged us, professionally and personally, to explore the meaning of ‘closeness’. Paradoxically it means ‘being close to someone’ as well as ‘being…
DbI Network of the Americas Conference
Have you registered yet? Early-bird rates end December 15th! Don’t miss your chance to save $100. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to to join colleagues in the field of deafblindness from North America, Central America, South America…