Welcome

 

The President of Deafblind International

Benvenuti in Italia!
The president of Deafblind International welcomes all the new and old friends and colleagues to the 7th DbI European Conference in September 2009.
Our host, the Lega del Filo d`Oro, is actively preparing this event and have already started to create the scene for a wonderful experience.
The Lega has over the years organised many international events and those who have attended can bear witness to the quality of the programme, social events and the typical Italian hospitality.

The title of the conference “Tides, Waves and Currents in Research and Action” is in itself thought stimulating and will give the opportunity to reflect upon past, present and future actions in our field. The title of course, refers also to the natural beauty and closeness of the sea.

Our DbI conferences have shown themselves to be important moments of sharing, stimulation, learning and networking. Our membership has always put a high priority on bringing together all those significant in the quality of life of deafblind children and adults. The conference programme will provide something for all, just as diverse as the population itself.

Having first hand knowledge of the location and hospitality I am convinced the social setting and programme will satisfy the majority of all the participants needs. The location itself is a costal town in the beautiful Marche region, with possibilities for many various activities that I am sure participants can and will profit from.

I sincerely hope and look forward to seeing many familiar and new faces in Senigallia September 2009
So it only remains to say Arrivederci – See you in Senigallia!

Best wishes

 

The Chairman of the Scientific Commmitte
7th DbI European Conference

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

As the Chair of the Scientific Committee, I have pleasure in inviting you to the 7th DbI European Conference entitled, “Tides, Waves and Currents in Research and Action”, to be held in Senigallia, Italy from the 22nd – 27th of September 2009.

The Scientific Committee has chosen this theme because it wants to offer participants who work with deafblind people, tools and strategies, which can enhance everyone’s daily life.

Within this vision, “tides” refers to the idea that all phases of life are influenced by changing circumstances. Research can help us find solutions to the situations which are encountered, until all the elements come together and find their natural balance.

“Currents” symbolise life’s dynamism and constant progress, as well as the energy that we must find at a physical emotional and cultural level necessary to work with deafblind people.

Finally “waves” represent significant moments which deafblind people may live through. However there is calm at the end of every storm, and the calm seas soothe us.

I look forward to welcoming many of you to Senigallia to what promises to be an exciting conference

Best wishes