Deaf Tech 2026 sponsorship

Deaf Tech 2026 is the first edition of an international deaf-led conference on deaf technologies. Sponsoring Deaf Tech means sponsoring an event that prioritises deaf-led technology research and development and benefits for deaf communities.

Interested in sponsoring? Email: deaftech2026@gmail.com or use the contact form at the bottom of this page.

Why sponsor Deaf Tech 2026?

  • Reach a highly relevant audience: deaf tech developers, researchers, innovators, community leaders, policymakers, educators, and interpreters
  • Be visible in a deaf tech space

Sponsorship tiers

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Platinum Sponsor (€15,000 – €20,000+ or equivalent in-kind)

  • • Prominent logo placement on all materials (website, banners, program, IS opening video)
  • • Acknowledgement in opening & closing ceremonies
  • • Curated non-commercial exhibition space
  • • Opportunity to host a sponsored networking reception
  • • 3 complimentary passes
  • • Dedicated feature on conference social media channels
  • • First option for future DeafTech sponsorships
  • • Flexible contribution: may combine cash and in-kind support (e.g., captioning services, travel support, equipment loan)
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Gold Sponsor (€7,500 – €14,000 or equivalent in-kind)

  • • Logo placement on website and program
  • • Acknowledgement in plenary sessions
  • • Curated non-commercial exhibition space
  • • 3 complimentary passes
  • • Option to include a short company video in International Sign (shown once during breaks)
  • • Mention on social media
  • • Flexible contribution: may combine cash and in-kind support (e.g., captioning services, travel support, equipment loan)
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Silver Sponsor (€3,000 – €7,000 or equivalent in-kind)

  • • Curated non-commercial exhibition space (dedicated demo table and screen)
  • • 2 complimentary passes
  • • Logo on website and program
  • • Thank-you mention during the conference
  • • Mention on social media
  • • Flexible contribution: may combine cash and in-kind support (e.g., captioning services, travel support, equipment loan)
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Community/Accessibility Sponsor (€1,000 – €2,500)

(targeted option for smaller companies or startups)

  • • Curated non-commercial exhibition space (shared demo table during scheduled demo sessions subject to capacity)
  • • 1 complimentary pass
  • • Logo on website and program
  • • Flexible contribution: may combine cash and in-kind support (e.g., captioning services, travel support, equipment loan)

This is the lowest sponsorship tier that includes any demo or exhibition opportunity.

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Supporter/ally sponsor (€200 – €500)

(entry-level support for individuals, small organisations, early-stage startups)

  • • 1 complimentary pass
  • • Name listed on the DeafTech website under "Supporters"

Sponsorship packages are indicative and open to negotiation. All sponsorship levels may be fulfilled through a combination of financial and in-kind contributions (e.g. captioning services, travel support, equipment).

Non-commercial demo and exhibition stall policy

All demos and exhibition stalls at DeafTech 2026 are strictly non-commercial. No on-site sales, order taking, or commercial transactions are permitted, in line with university regulations.

Supporters

Signly
Overseas Interpreting

Funders

Funders: AccessTech, TU Vienna, ERC

Become a sponsor

E-mail us: deaftech2026@gmail.com or use the contact form at the bottom of this page.