International Deaf Organisation
European Union of the Deaf - EUD
The European Union of the DEAF (EUD) is a European non-profit making organisation whose membership comprises National Associations of Deaf people in Europe. EUD was established in 1985, and is the only organisation representing the interests of Deaf Europeans at European Union level. EUD aims to establish and maintain EU level dialogues, making sure deaf issues are raised. We do this in consultation with National Deaf Associations' members.
Contact Details:
Website: www.eud.eu
World Federation of the Deaf - WFD
WFD is an international, non-governmental, central organisation comprising national associations of Deaf people.
At present, emphasis is placed on the following areas:
- Improve the status of national sign languages
- Better education for Deaf people
- Improve access to information and services
- Improve human rights for Deaf people in developing countries
- Promote the establishment of Deaf organisations where none currently exist
The highest decision making body of WFD is the General Assembly (GA). Every Ordinary Member has the right to send up to two Deaf delegates to attend the GA, held every four years.
The GA is held in conjunction with the quadrennial World Congress of the WFD.
Contact Details:
Tel: +358 9 580 3573
Fax: +358 9 580 3572
Email: info@wfdeaf.org
Website: www.wfdeaf.org