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Members of the visually-impaired community, volunteers, local organizations and the Myanmar Red Cross Society participate in the 2017 White Cane Day walk in downtown Yangon. Yangon, Myanmar. Photo by Victoria Milko
The World Blind Union (WBU) is the global organization representing the estimated 253 million persons who are blind or partially sighted worldwide. Members are organizations of and for the blind in 190 countries, as well as international organizations working in the field of vision impairment. We bring together national and international organizations of and for blind persons and those organizations providing services to people with low vision to work on the issues affecting the quality of their life. WBU is a founding member of the International Disability Alliance (IDA), sharing their values and principles of promoting the rights of persons with disabilities.
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Our Vision: A world in which we, as persons who are blind or partially sighted, can participate fully in any aspect of life we choose.
News
World Blind Union Celebrates the 2024 Paralympics: Advocating for Inclusivity and the Benefits of Sports for People who are Blind or Partially Sighted
Tuesday September 3rd, 2024
World Blind Union News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE World Blind Union Celebrates the 2024 Paralympics: Advocating for Inclusivity and the Benefits of Sports for People who are Blind or Partially Sighted August 28, 2024 As the world eagerly anticipates the 2024 Paralympic Games, the World Blind Union (WBU) extends its heartfelt congratulations to all athletes participating... View Article
Closing the Accessibility Gap: WBU unveils a new report on its journey and learnings towards cities for all
Monday June 3rd, 2024
The WBU is thrilled to announce the release of its latest report, “Closing the Accessibility Gap,” which provides a comprehensive overview of the progress and insights from its Global Programme for Inclusive and Accessible Urban Development (IAUD). This report highlights the urgency to accelerate the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)... View Article
Global Events
For Immediate Release: World Blind Union and City Space Architecture launch a special issue of the Journal of Public Space
Thursday June 30th, 2022
Katowice, Poland At the 11th World Urban Forum – taking place in Katowice, Poland – the World Blind Union (WBU) and City Space Architecture have launched “Universally Accessible Public Spaces for All”, a special issue of the Journal of Public Space. The launch of this issue is the realization of a commitment WBU and City... View Article
Marc Workman, World Blind Union CEO kicks off our participation at World Forum 11 on Urban Development
Monday June 27th, 2022
Marc Workman, the CEO of the World Blind Union and the team are currently attending the World Urban Forum 11 in Katowice Poland. World Urban Forum 11 is the global Premier conference on Urban Development. WBU is part of a delegation of people with disabilities and we’re there to participate in high-level conversations, to advocate,... View Article
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