Call for Abstracts Extended! New deadline: June 15 For more information, please visit the DbI website www.deafblindinternational.org/the-call-for...

As you know, DbI is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. So we’re sharing birthday messages from time to time. Today’s message is from one of our youngest members, Mia Sellers! #dbi50 #DBI #deafblind

Spring is in the air in the Swiss Alps. Here is a mountain meadow full of white Alpine crocuses – a floral reminder, so to speak, of the ongoing call for abstracts for the World Conference 27: www.deafblindinternational.org/world-confer... #deafblind27 #worldconf27 #davos27 #deafblind #DBI #wfdb

A shared achievement. And one that we must all help to implement in order for it to become a reality. Here is the message of thanks from Ricard López, the other project lead for the ICF Core Sets for Deafblindness. #icfcoresetsfordeafblindness #icf #dbi #wfdb #perkins @perkinsvision.bsky.social

"Pathway toward equity" — watch this short video to see the ICF Core Sets for Deafblindness from parents’ perspective. #deafblind #ICFCoreSetsfordeafblindness #Inclusion #dbi

Our portable conference stand, which comes in a suitcase, has already arrived in the Swiss mountains. And you: have you submitted an abstract yet? www.deafblindinternational.org/world-confer... #deafblind27 #worldconf27 #DBI #wfdb #davos27 #ch27 #deafblind

Why should we know about the ICF Core Sets for Deafblindness? Watch as Shruti from Sense India shares her journey through the ICF process. #Deafblind #dbI #DeafblindInternational #ICFCoreSets #inclusion

Enrich the 1st joint World Conference of WFDB and DbI with your own contribution: The call for abstracts is open. Please share your experience with all of us! Find more information here: lnkd.in/dyVkh2kp #deafblind27 #worldconf2027 #dbi #wfdb #deafblind

The Deafblind International Communication Network is delighted to host a webinar on Thursday, 23 April 2026: Humour in Deafblind Interactions. Follow the link for more information www.deafblindinternational.org/dbl-communic... #deafblind #humour #dbi #deafblindinternational #communication

Remember the Anne Sullivan Medal to Walter Wittich and Ricard López, paying tribute to the very important work carried out by everyone involved in the ICF Core Sets project? Now we are happy to share Walter’s thank-you video. #icf4deafblindness #icfcoresets #ICF #deafblind #DBI #wfdb

Join April 17 webinar on adult medical issues in CHARGE syndrome, featuring expert insights and real-life experiences. Open to all — families, professionals, and anyone interested. Find more information here www.deafblindinternational.org/dbi-charge-n... #deafblind #CHARGE #DbI #DbICHARGENetwork

A word from Australia! In this video, Annmaree Watharow, a researcher in the field of deafblindness, shares a clear explanation and personal perspective on the implementation of the ICF Core Sets. #dbi #deafblind #deafblindinternational #icf #icf4deafblindness #icfcoresets

Call for abstracts is now open for the World Conference on Deafblindness 2027 in Davos, Switzerland! Share your research, practice, or lived experience and be part of shaping a more inclusive future. www.deafblindinternational.org/world-confer... #DbI #WDFDB #conference #Davos #deafblindness

Speaking of our 50th anniversary: enjoy a cliffhanger for Carolyn Monaco’s anniversary message. You will find more on Facebook or LinkedIn. #dbi #deafblindinternational #dbi50years #deafblind #deafblindness

The DbI Review Spring Issue is open for submissions and will celebrate the 50th DbI Anniversary. Deadline: April 1 Submit: [email protected] More information: lnkd.in/eRAfG5Pi hashtag#dbi hashtag#dbireview hashtag#deafblindinternational hashtag#dbi50years

Get ready: the call for abstracts for the 2027 World Conference will be published soon. There will be four sub-themes: advocacy, accessibility, communication, health and wellbeing. We look forward to receiving your abstracts! #deafblind27 #davos27 #worldconf27 #dbi #wfdb

What a great evening chat with Heba Hagrass, the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Among other things, about the ICF Core Sets and the development of a global definition for deafblindness. #dbi #deafblind #deafblindinternational #icf #icf4deafblindness #icfcoresets

A parent of a deafblind child and a professional in the field of deafblindness, Hellen Shakele from Zambia, shares her perspective on implementing the ICF Core Sets for deafblindness. Watch this short video. #dbi #deafblind #deafblindinternational #icf #icf4deafblindness #icfcoresets

Do you recall that DbI has its own committee for diversity, equity and inclusion? Get to know the members in short videos. Today with our member from India, Sini Regi Thomas. #DbI #deafblindinternational #dbi4inclusion #dbi4diversity #dbi4equity #deafblind

Join DbI’s Nomination Committee and help shape a diverse, equitable and representative Board for 2027–2031. If you’re ready to make an impact, send your expression of interest by April 10, 2026, and be part of building the future of DbI. #dbi #deafblind #DeafblindInternational

Start the week with the first part of the President's message on diversity, equity and inclusion: How essential this is to DbI. Find more here: fb.watch/FistHCmd_t/ #dbi4diversity #dbi4equity #dbi4inclusion #DBI #deafblindinternational #DeafBlind

50 years old, but in our collaboration with the World Federation of the Deafblind back to good old times. Here's the start of the message for DbI's anniversay from WFDB's President, Sanja Tarczay. #dbi50years #dbi4diversity #dbi4equity #dbi4inclusion #DBI #deafblindinternational #DeafBlind #wfdb

Life is inevitably diverse. Here two great photos of Pere Cantenys Gómez, WFDB's Youth Committee Leader in Davos, Switzerland, together with Sara Kiener, DbI's Board Member. Together, they just explored the venue for the Youth Camp during the 2027 World Conference. #dbi4diversity #dbi4inclusion

As we continue to grieve the loss of an incredible mentor and friend, you might want to contribute to a memorial video. Use the link below to submit a video and/or pictures to share memories with Marianne's loved ones by February 15th. share.vidday.com/e/m-tj47vw

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marianne Riggio. Our thoughts are with her family, and we offer our heartfelt condolences. For many of us, Marianne was a role model, a mentor, a colleague and a friend, and she will be deeply missed. Rest in peace, Marianne!

Watch Roxanna Spruyt, CEO of Deafblind Ontario Services, share her inspiring message on diversity, equity, and inclusion — you won't want to miss the final moments! Be sure to watch until the end! #DbI #dbi50years #deafblindinternational #dbi4inclusion #dbi4diversity #dbi4equity #deafblind

50 years across different countries around the world as a place of connection, learning and hope: take a moment for Graciela Ferioli's wonderful anniversary message on the occasion of the DbI's anniversary. #DbI #dbi50years #deafblindinternational #dbi4inclusion #dbi4diversity #dbi4equity

Do you recall that DbI has its own committee for diversity, equity and inclusion? Get to know the members in short videos that we are posting between all the surely very diverse 2026 and anniversary greetings. Today with Basem! #DbI #dbi50years #dbi4inclusion #dbi4diversity #dbi4equity #deafblind

Meet Dario from Mexico! He’s involved in DbI projects and sends his best wishes to the Deafblind Community for the New Year! #DbI #dbi50years #deafblindinternational #dbi4inclusion #dbi4diversity #dbi4equity #deafblind

Your highlight of the second Sunday in the new year: New Year's wishes from Cemdys, a centre of expertise specialising in multiple disabilities and deafblindness in Mexico. Have a good day! #DbI #dbi50years #deafblindinternational #dbi4inclusion #dbi4diversity #dbi4equity #deafblind

Did you know that DbI has its own committee for diversity, equity and inclusion? Get to know the members in short videos that we are posting between all the surely very diverse New Year's and anniversary greetings. Today with Harriet! #DbI #dbi50years #dbi4inclusion #dbi4diversity #dbi4equity

We continue our New Year’s greetings! Meet Eneida from Mexico, sending her warm holiday wishes to all of you in this video. Wishing everyone a wonderful start to the New Year! #DbI #dbi50years #deafblindinternational #dbi4inclusion #dbi4diversity #deafblind

The New Year's Message of the President is now posted on Facebook and Linkedin. #dbi #deafblindinternational #deafblind #dbi4diversity #dbi4inclusion #dbi4equity #dbi50years #dbianniversary #dbi50

The new year has already begun in some parts of the world. Don't miss the President's New Year's message. It will be posted this evening CET. #dbi #deafblindinternational #deafblind #dbi4diversity #dbi4inclusion #dbi4equity #dbi50years #dbianniversary #dbi50

We just have to share this: www.nytimes.com/2025/12/15/u... #dbi #deafblindinternational #deafblind

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of María del Carmen Schleske, a beloved leader of our Family Network.We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and to all who were touched by her remarkable life and work. Thank you, Maricarmen, for everything. Rest in peace.

WHO AFRO Webinar WHO AFRO is hosting a regional session on the new WHA 78 resolution and integrated care for sensory impairments. 27 Nov 2025 9:30–11:00 (GMT+1) Online

One of the highlights of this week: the very first online meeting of the researchers involved in the Global Education Campaign. It was fantastic: 100% in line with our very vibrant core values! #letmein #GlobalEducationCampaign #DBI #deafblindinternational #deafblind

Explore the Latest Edition of DbI Review – Fall 2025 We’re excited to announce the release of DbI Review #74, our Fall 2025 edition, dedicated to the theme of the Global Education Campaign – “Let Me In”! Read the full magazine here: lnkd.in/eRAfG5Pi #DbI #deafblind #DbIReview

Why are the ICF Core Sets for Deafblindness important? #ICF #ICFCoreSets #ICFCoreSetsForDeafblindness #DbI #Deafblindness #RecogniseDeafblindness #InclusiveHealth #DisabilityRights #UniqueDisability #AccessibilityForAll #DeafblindAwareness

We’re excited to share information about the 2025 Jones Memorial Lecture featuring Wissam Constantin and his presentation “From Deaf Shame to Deaf Same.” For more information visit www.deafblindinternational.org/2025-jones-m...

Research never stops! This important study focuses on understanding the lives of deafblind adults from the Global South and Global North, exploring their access to education, healthcare, and inclusion. #DbI #deafblind #Research #DisabilityRights #accessibility youtu.be/O8XWPiCSPEk

Politics can be so sad. And our power of connection so strong. www.edweek.org/teaching-lea... #DBI #deafblindinternational #deafblind

Dr. Walter Wittich talks about the key milestones of this project — from research publications to global partnerships. #ICF #ICFCoreSets #DbI #Deafblindness #RecogniseDeafblindness #InclusiveHealth #DisabilityRights #UniqueDisability #AccessibilityForAll #DeafblindAwareness youtu.be/9b0zCc-I-58

DbI is strengthening its international commitment as a member of the WHO's new Disability Health Equity Network. Walter Wittich will be our primary focal person for this. Many thanks for his commitment and warm congratulations! #DBI #deafblindinternational #deafblind #ICFCoreSets #healthequity

Hellen Shakele shares her thoughts on the ICF Core Set development process — not only as a professional, but also as a parent. #ICF #ICFCoreSets #ICFCoreSetsForDeafblindness #DbI #Deafblindness #RecogniseDeafblindness #InclusiveHealth #DisabilityRights #UniqueDisability #DeafblindAwareness

Hi! Meet today the second of two teachers that DbI has nominated for the Global Teacher Award 2026 of the Varkey Foundation: Verónica Angelino from Argentina! Warm congratulations to Verónica! #letmein #GlobalEducationCampaign #educationisanenabler #DBI #deafblindinternational #deafblind

Hi! Meet today the first of two teachers that DbI has nominated for the Global Teacher Award 2026 of the Varkey Foundation: Hellen Shakele from Zambia! Warm congratulations to Hellen! #letmein #GlobalEducationCampaign #educationisanenabler #DBI #deafblindinternational #deafblind

Today, we begin a series of publications about the ICF Core Sets for Deafblindness, starting with a brief video introduction by DbI Vice President Mary Maragia. #ICF #ICFCoreSets #ICFCoreSetsForDeafblindness #DbI #Deafblindness #RecogniseDeafblindness #DisabilityRights #DeafblindAwareness