# Disability association anniversaries in Europe > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/disability-association-anniversaries-in-europe > Updated: 2026-10-14T19:45:15.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Various disability organizations in Serbia and Austria marked their 80th anniversaries through commemorative ceremonies. In Novi Sad, the Association of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing of Vojvodina celebrated its founding in 1946. Officials emphasized the organization’s role in promoting social inclusion, accessibility, and sign language services. During the event, a plaque was presented to Maja Gojković for her contributions to the working conditions of people with hearing impairments. In Austria, the KOBV (Disability Association for Vienna, Lower Austria, and Burgenland) held a ceremony at the Vienna City Hall to mark its 80-year history. The event highlighted a transition from welfare-based policies toward a focus on rights and self-determination. Additionally, the Blind and Visually Impaired Association Carinthia celebrated its milestone in Klagenfurt, where it received the Social Award of the City of Klagenfurt for its commitment to accessibility. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-14: Austrian disability associations celebrate 80th anniversaries Austrian disability organizations KOBV and the Blind and Visually Impaired Association Carinthia celebrated their 80th anniversaries, highlighting progress in rights and accessibility. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/austrian-disability-associations-celebrate-80th-anniversaries ### 2026-09-21: Association of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing of Vojvodina marks 80th anniversary The Association of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing of Vojvodina marked its 80th anniversary in Novi Sad, highlighting its work in social inclusion and accessibility for the hearing-impaired community. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/association-of-the-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing-of-vojvodina-marks-80th-anniversary --- Cite as: Disability association anniversaries in Europe. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/disability-association-anniversaries-in-europe