The WFD Congresses are quadrennial international gatherings that bring together global communities with the common aim of learning about deaf people’s lives. At these Congresses, … Read More
Media Statement on the General Assembly Decision on the Host for the WFD XX World Congress 2027
The World Federation of the Deaf make this statement regarding the General Assembly’s decision for the United Arab Emirates to host the 2027 XX World Congress. Read … Read More
COSP16 Side Events
COSP16 Side Events On the occasion of the 16th Conference of States Parties to the CRPD The World Federation of the Deaf is hosting three … Read More
2019 – 2023 WFD Report
The World Federation of the Deaf is pleased to announce the publication of a report of our work over the past 4 years. We have … Read More
Position Paper on Access to National Sign Languages as a Health Need
The WFD works continuously for sign language rights for all deaf people. As part of this work, we are pleased to release a new position … Read More