Deafblind International is growing rapidly and we have many new members. So it is important that we know each other better with the use of simple and funny tools. We are launching a service for…
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Dr. Walter Wittich is the recipient of the 10th Annual JT Award
We are excited to announce that Dr. Walter Wittich, Associate Professor at the University of Montreal in the School of Optometry, and chair of the Deafblind International Research Network is the recipient of the 10th Annual…
New bill in Chile promotes full social inclusion of deafblind people
On October 1, 2020, in Santiago de Chile at 1:00 p.m. unanimously, the Chamber of Deputies approved and sent to second processing the bill that recognizes deafblindness as a unique disability and promotes full social…
African Conference: Great Progress Despite Pandemic
Focus on a desired future helps in many crises. Looking at the positive future strengthens in the present and carries far beyond in a maelstrom of energy. In the ongoing pandemic we can all need…
Breakdown Barriers: 3rd Edition of Accessibility Guidelines for Sensory Loss
“Together, we can proactively breakdown barriers to make an environment safer, accessible, and inclusive to everyone in it,” says Kelly Patterson, DeafBlind Ontario Services’ Manager of Client Services and Specialized Training. A great resource for…
USHER IN FOCUS - WEBINAR SERIES
UsherKids Australia invites you and your colleagues to the upcoming USHER IN FOCUS Webinar Series starting Monday 14th September – Friday 18th September 2020. All recordings will be available to view in your own time…