World Blind Union (WBU) (www.worldblindunion.org) - the sole voice speaking on behalf of approximately 160 million blind and partially sighted persons in 178 individual member countries, representing approximately 600 organisations. The WBU advocates for human rights of persons who are blind and partially sighted and seeks to strengthen their organisations and advance the participation of all persons who are blind and partially sighted, including women and youth. A non-profit organisation, WFD works for human rights and equal opportunities for Deaf people everywhere.