Supporting people with deafblindness to live, learn and thrive.

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Over the past 30 years we’ve reached almost one million people, transforming the lives of people with deafblindness and complex disabilities. And their families.

Today, Sense International’s work stretches across 8 countries from South Asia to South America. We are dedicated to ensuring that every person with deafblindness has the right to live, learn, and thrive in an inclusive society.

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Deafblind Awareness Week 2025

Celebrating the power of collaboration to build a more inclusive society. Hear from the experts on disability advocacy and inclusion in our Deafblind Awareness Week blog series.
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Support the Global Deafblindness Resource Hub

Learn how our Global Deafblindness Resource Hub is helping people across the world to participate in life.
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Read: Christopher Patnoe’s thoughts on the future of accessible technology

Christopher Patnoe is Head of Accessibility and Disability Inclusion for EMEA at Google. With over 25 years of experience in the tech industry, he knows the power of technology to change lives for people with disabilities.

Our year in numbers

Deafblindness screening 70,887 children

screened for deafblindness ensuring we reach children as soon as possible. 967 children received early intervention therapy and support.

Fundraising £3.1million was raised

by amazing supporters like you.

Training 9,178 people

were trained to support people with deafblindness, including parents, teachers and health workers.

G20 Summit 4 out of 60 recommendations

submitted to G20 leaders at 2023’s G20 Summit referenced persons with deafblindness.

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Latest stories

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Siby’s Story: The Inclusive Communities project

One year into our project, we’ve supported 58 young people and many more family members and businesses. The family of one trainee, Siby, has seen an incredible transformation.
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Sense International appoints new chief executive Kavita Prasad

Kavita, who has served as Director of Sense International since 2022, will enter the role with immediate effect. This appointment recognises the leadership that Kavita already gives the organisation, as well as her experience and expertise within the international disability and development sector.
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Sense International launches Global Deafblindness Resource Hub 

On 26 February 2025, Sense International launched its groundbreaking digital platform designed to empower people with deafblindness worldwide by providing vital information and resources online.