Mirko Baur

President Deafblind International

Deafblind International

Switzerland

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Deafblind International DbI is THE point of connection in deafblindness worldwide. We connect to maximize positive impact for and with all those concerned and involved. As an international not-for-profit membership organization we have a constitution, members from around the globe, 17 thematically or geographically focused Networks and are managed by a volunteer Board. We are passionate about bringing together individuals and organizations, persons concerned and involved like family members, professionals and researchers. We are connecting to make a real difference in the lives of people with deafblindness around the world.
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About me

Mirko is the current President of Deafblind International DbI. He studied special needs education, German and philosophy and has training as an NPO manager, coach and in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI). He is co-founder of the Swiss project deafblindinclusion.ch and of a consultancy network for DEI in personal and organisational life: fullrainbow.ch

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Wednesday, 5 March 2025

13:30 - 14:00

How to run a business as a deafblind person

Format:In-personLocation:M2
  • Focus: Visual impairment or Blind
  • Focus: Hearing impairment or Deaf
  • Entrepreneurship
  • English captions | International Sign
  • Easy Language

Entrepreneurs need to be resilient, and innovative. This session highlights the journeys, case studies, innovative strategies, and the role of technology in overcoming dual-sensory challenges to build independent and thriving businesses.