WFDB is a global non-governmental advocacy organization dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the rights of individuals with deafblindness. Established in 2001, WFDB consists of 75 national and associated member organizations from 62 different countries. The organization has established relationships with global entities such as The World Blind Union, The World Federation of the Deaf, Deafblind International, and The World Association of Sign Language Interpreters.

WFDB has achieved consultative status at the UN Economic and Social Council and is a member of the International Disability Alliance. While the organization initially faced challenges due to the lack of a secretariat, it now has a full-time staff dedicated to supporting its various projects and acts as a secretariat for the WFDB President. WFDB aims to improve the quality of life and equal opportunities for individuals with deafblindness and serves as a forum for knowledge exchange in the field.

The organization is governed by an Executive Council and advocates for appropriate services for persons with deafblindness, including the inclusion of deafblindness in global health classification lists. By actively participating in international and regional advocacy efforts, WFDB works towards its goal of placing persons with deafblindness in the driver's seat in securing their rightful place in society. Membership in WFDB is open to national organizations, individuals with deafblindness, as well as supporting and sponsoring organizations.

Contact WFDB for more information on membership opportunities