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WELCOME TO EBU, the united voice of millions of blind and partially sighted Europeans.

EBU works towards an accessible and inclusive society with equal opportunities for blind and partially sighted people to fully participate in all aspects of life.
EBU currently has 42 member countries; it aims to protect and promote the interests of all blind and partially-sighted people in Europe

Our vision is that of a Europe which supports and empowers blind and partially sighted people, in which we can be self-determining and which fully includes us in all aspects of society, in line with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
The Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons Who Are Blind, Visually Impaired or Otherwise Print Disabled.

It was adopted on June 27, 2013 in Marrakesh. The treaty marks a breakthrough in enabling blind, partially sighted and other print-handicapped persons to access the printed word. EBU is campaigning for full ratification and implementation at European level.
The United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities (UNCRPD).

It is one of the key texts providing a legal framework for the equality and inclusion of all people with disabilities. It is of course a cornerstone of much of EBU's ongoing work, and we actively promote, disseminate and encourage its use by all of our members.

Latest news

10.11.2026
Culture, sport and research: an optimal combination for fostering inclusion.
Last week, EBU attended a conference co-hosted by FAF and Institut de la Vision, focused on enhancing access to culture and sport by blind and partially sighted people.

COMING EVENTS

10.11.2026
Paving our way: inclusive mobility and emerging challenges for blind and partially sighted people
16.11.2026
Blind and Partially Sighted Women Opening Doors to Leadership
24.11.2026
Paving our way: inclusive mobility and emerging challenges for blind and partially sighted people
25.11.2026
“Nobody will believe me”: Women with disabilities’ experiences of violence and justice
22.10.2027 - 24.10.2027
The 13th EBU General Assembly

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