Youth and Families at the WCB Convention

The Washington Council of the Blind is thrilled to invite youth and their families to join in at their 2025 Annual Convention.

Cost

DSB Pre-ETS will sponsor eight students and an accompanying adult.

Who

Families of students who are Blind, Deaf-Blind, or Low Vision.

Date and time

Oct 30, 2025 01:00 PM until Nov 01, 2025 02:11 PM

Location of event

Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport
8740 International Blvd
Seattle, WA 98188 

Event description

Washington Council of the Blind logo showing a green outline of the State of Washington containing upper case letters W C B. The braille dots for each letter are underneath each letter.

Breaking Barriers Together

The Washington Council of the Blind is thrilled to invite youth and their families from across Washington to join us for our 2025 Annual Convention where we will be Breaking Barriers Together! Celebrate a weekend full of connection, learning, and fun! This year’s convention is packed with exciting activities for youth and families.

Youth & Family Highlights

  • Guide Dog Users – Meet guide dog teams and learn all about working with these amazing partners.
  • Tech Talk – Discover the latest in accessible technology.
  • Essential Oils First Aid Kit – Hands-on workshop (cost $20, limit 20 participants).
  • Self-Defense Class – Build confidence and skills (limit 30: 16 youth, 14 adults).
  • Crime Mystery Game – Step into the action and solve the case!
  • Showcase of Talent – Applaud your friends and share your own unique skills.
  • WCB Next Gen & WCB Diabetics – Connect with peers and explore support networks.

And that’s not all! Throughout the weekend you’ll also enjoy inspiring presentations with Happiness Coaches, a cooking session with a Blind Chef, and a buzzing Exhibit Hall open Thursday and Friday—featuring gadgets, goodies, and vendors like Guide Dogs for the Blind.

The convention wraps up with a Saturday evening banquet, where we’ll celebrate our community and the wonderful memories we’ve made. 

We can’t wait to see you there—bring your family, your curiosity, and your excitement for a weekend you won’t forget! 

 

Costs

DSB Pre-ETS will sponsor eight students and an accompanying adult. Students must be VR customers and Pre-ETS eligible. First come first served. Register soon to save your spot. Priority will be given to first time attendees of WCB convention.

Families not sponsored by DSB may still register for the Convention at the WCB website. Those families will be responsible for all related costs.

 

Contact Information

To learn more about this event or DSB sponsorship opportunities, please email your questions to Janet George or call 206-906-5530.

 

Registration

Please register online at the WCB website by Friday, October 3, 2025.

WCB Convention Registration