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5th WFD Conference

The 5th World Federation of the Deaf Conference will be held from 12 to 14 August 2025 in Nairobi in Kenya.

Theme: Advancing Sign Language Rights

This event focuses on advancing sign language rights, aiming to promote and protect the use of sign language globally. Experts, advocates, and members of the deaf communities will gather to share insights, strategies, and experiences.

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Logo for the 5th World Federation of the Deaf Conference, happening 12th-14th August 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya. Features hands, a sun, and a blue symbol.

3 Sub-themes

Key-Presenters

A person with short hair wearing a patterned top, standing against a blue background. A blue label at the bottom displays the name "Penninah Vulimu.
Ms Penninah Vulimu,
WFD  Disaster Risk Reduction Officer
A woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a black blazer, white top, and pearl necklace, stands against a blue gradient background. The name "Susana Stiglich" is displayed in bold text.
Ms Susana Stiglich
WFD Sign Language Rights Officer and expert on Sign Language Advocacy and in DRR.
A woman with glasses and short wavy hair, wearing hoop earrings and a patterned top, is shown against a blue gradient background. Text reads: "Dr. Maartje De Meulder.
Dr. Maartje De Meulder
Senior researcher on challenges facing deaf communities, and on ethics in the development and use of AI-driven (sign) language technologies.
A bald man with a beard wearing a suit and white shirt is smiling at the camera. The name "Shane Feldman" appears in white text on a blue label at the bottom.
Mr Shane Feldman
Expert in driving transformative change and strategic growth in mission-driven.

Pre-Conference

The WFD Pre-Conference is ‘Strengthening Gender Diversity in Deaf Organisations’. It seeks to address challenges and identify opportunities in accelerating gender equality and empowerment of deaf women.

Objectives:

  • Raise awareness on gender issues.
  • Gather preliminary data and information on the experiences of Deaf women.
  • Build knowledge and share tools needed to work within gender issues and increase the representation of deaf women in national associations of the deaf.
A large group of people forms a gender symbol with an equal sign inside. Text reads: "WFD Pre-Conference: Strengthening Gender Diversity in Deaf Organisations, 10–11 August 2025.

Key-Presenters

A woman wearing glasses and a red headwrap looks at the camera with a neutral expression. Text on the image reads, "Lizzie Kamukwamba.
Consequences for deaf women when they do not receive education or information in sign language

Lizzie Kamukwamba talks about how the lack of access to information, education and community resources affects deaf women in Zambia. When sign language is not available in schools, healthcare and society, this has serious consequences: poorer health, limited opportunities for education and work, and an increased risk of violence and social exclusion.
A woman with long dark hair is smiling at the camera, wearing a black top with white polka dots. A blue label at the bottom displays the name "Priti Soni.
How a national association can work to empower deaf women through education, leadership and financial independence

Priti Soni, founder of the Deaf Can Foundation (DCF) in India, talks about how deaf women can become strong leaders and agents of change when they receive the right support. She has travelled all over India to meet deaf women in vulnerable areas, and through education, workshops and concrete projects, she has strengthened the self-confidence and opportunities of hundreds of women.

How to Register?

Please contact the Organising Committee: [email protected] 

Further practical information

Accommodation

Flight

You can access exclusive discounted fares for your flights through our partnerships:

  • Lufthansa Group: book your flights and take advantage of the discounted rates here.
  • Kenya Airways. Use promo code: WFD25 when booking on the Kenya Airways website.

Local Transportation

Transportation options from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport include taxis, ridesharing services, and airport shuttle buses. Many hotels in Nairobi offer complimentary airport transfers for guests.

Visa information

Travelers to Kenya should ensure that they meet all the necessary immigration requirements, including obtaining a valid visa. Passport holders from certain countries are required to apply for a visa before entry, while others may obtain a visa on arrival.

It is important to check the specific requirements based on your nationality.

eVisa Kenya Portal

The World Federation of the Deaf Conference is held every four years and is organised by a Member of the WFD. 

The Conferences are held in odd years between the World Congresses. The conference aims to provide a platform for our members to enhance their knowledge and provide resources to strengthen their advocacy work.

Audience seated in a large auditorium watching a presentation on stage, with a cameraman capturing the event.
Our previous World Federation of the Deaf Conference:

  • 2005 (Helsinki, Finland)

    I

  • 2013 (Sydney, Australia)

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  • 2017 (Budapest, Hungary)

    III

  • 2021 (Bangkok, Thailand - Online)

    IV

  • 2025 (Nairobi, Kenya)

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