National Resource Centre for Deafblindness

Since 1980, Eikholt has provided various courses and services to people with combined visual and hearing impairments, their carers and professionals/service providers.

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Eikholt is a resource and competence centre, with specialists in combined visual and hearing impairment/deafblindness. Our commitment does not stop at course activities and customised services for users. We are also committed to expertise development, research and dissemination. We want to be at the forefront, exploring new opportunities and developing new knowledge that can help change lives.

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How is the world experienced when sight and hearing are different?

How do we find our way without sight? What does trust mean when we have to rely on others? And how can we communicate when we cannot hear? During Research Days 2026, students at Konnerud School will explore how sight and hearing help us in everyday life, and what happens when these senses function differently.

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Eikholt Morning: A series of webinars on vision and hearing in practice

Join us for Eikholt Morning, a series of four inspiring webinars where you’ll gain practical and useful knowledge about sight and hearing.

A lady is sitting on a bench with a mobility stick beside her. A boy is standing, leaning against the bench behind her. They are looking towards a body of water. Around them are trees and grass.

What is audio description?

Audio description makes visual information accessible through descriptions and provides more opportunities to participate in, understand, and experience what is happening around them. The project "Words that Open Eyes: Audio Description for Social Inclusion" has developed material to make audio description easier.

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Group course “Us and the World” – Politics, Influence and Participation

Two groups have now completed the group course ‘Us and the World’. Politics, international issues, advocacy and participation have been on the agenda during these intense weeks at Eikholt.

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