Welcome to The International Association for Hearing Accessibility.

Access to intelligible broadcast audio signals is a right, not a privilege.

IAHA is a global association dedicated to improving hearing accessibility through the promotion and support of assistive listening technologies.

As hearing needs evolve across all age groups, from older adults to younger people with hearing loss, IAHA seeks to bring together manufacturers, experts, and advocates to ensure inclusive access in public spaces and beyond, as well as support good quality assistive listening system installations around the world.

Find out more about our purpose.

Assistive Listening Technologies

Explore available Assistive Listening Technologies. A clear overview of how they work, and how they compare.

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We've produced a handy guide covering the latest Assistive Listening Technologies, and how they compare. Get it here.

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The latest industry news, articles, information on Assistive Technologies, as well as any IAHA updates.

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Happy to help with any enquiries regarding Assistive Listening Technologies.

Only 22% of hearing aid recipients are actually told about hearing aid accessories.

There are a number of factors affecting a user’s compliance with their hearing device, including first impressions, utility, and perceived benefit. If a user’s initial experience with assistive listening technology is poor, they are unlikely to use the feature again, greatly reducing the long-term value of assistive listening Technologies.

Therefore, we're seeking a renewed commitment from the hearing instrument manufacturing and dispensing community to raise awareness and improve equality of access to audio for everyone with hearing loss. We provide support and guidance to anyone interested in Assistive Listening Systems. Our goal is to help ensure accessible, compliant, and effective solutions for all environments.

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Available Assistive Listening Technologies

Assistive Listening Technologies

Hearing Loops

Hearing loops, also known as induction loops, are assistive listening systems that use electromagnetic fields to transmit sound directly to hearing aids and cochlear implants equipped with telecoils (T-coils).

Hearing Loops

Infrared

Infrared (IR) systems use invisible light waves to transmit sound from a source to a receiver worn by the listener. These systems require a direct line of sight between the transmitter and receiver.

Infrared

FM / Radio

FM (radio frequency) systems use radio waves to transmit sound from a source to a receiver worn by the listener. These systems are less affected by physical obstructions and are well suited to settings where users may move around and can be used outdoors.

FM / Radio

Audio Over WiFi

Audio over Wi-Fi systems transmit sound via a wireless internet connection to a listener’s personal device, such as a smartphone or tablet, making them ideal for venues where users prefer to use their own equipment and where Wi-Fi infrastructure is already in place.

Audio Over WiFi

Auracast

Bluetooth systems transmit sound over short distances directly to a user’s hearing aids, cochlear implants, or personal listening devices. Often used for personal communication or media streaming, they are most effective in one-on-one settings or small spaces.

Auracast

ISCVE launches guide and Code of Practice for Assistive Listening Systems

In a world where technology is rapidly advancing, it can be overwhelming to keep up with the latest innovations in assistive listening systems for the hearing impaired. This comprehensive Guide and Code of Practice is aimed at venue managers, audiologists, users, system designers, and installation companies looking to improve their knowledge and understanding of assistive listening systems.

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IAHA Member

Whether you work in manufacturing, specifying, or installing assistive listening systems, or support people with hearing loss in your professional role, you’re welcome to join us.

IAHA membership is open to organisations involved in creating and installing assistive listening systems, as well as those supporting the interests of people with hearing loss. It doesn’t just include manufacturers of assistive technologies, but also influential groups and individuals working to improve hearing access across society.

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Assistive Listening Resources

The International Association for Hearing Accessibility seeks to clear up confusion around assistive listening technologies.

This includes supporting greater awareness, implementation, and accessibility for people with hearing loss. Here's some more links that may help that.

About IAHA

Available Assistive Listening Systems

Standards

Technical Resources

Link Directory

Access to intelligible broadcast audio signals is a right, not a privilege.

IAHA is a global association dedicated to improving hearing accessibility through the promotion and support of assistive listening technologies.

Find out more about our purpose.

Only 22% of hearing aid recipients are actually told about hearing aid accessories.

IAHA to work alongside the European Federation of Hard of Hearing People (EFHOH)

Assistive Listening Technologies

Hearing Loops

Infrared

FM / Radio

Audio Over WiFi

Auracast

Join IAHA's free webinar exploring the development of Auracast™ for assistive listening.

Stay up to date with The IAHA Newsletter.

ISCVE launches guide and Code of Practice for Assistive Listening Systems

Whether you work in manufacturing, specifying, or installing assistive listening systems, or support people with hearing loss in your professional role, you’re welcome to join us.

The International Association for Hearing Accessibility seeks to clear up confusion around assistive listening technologies.

This includes supporting greater awareness, implementation, and accessibility for people with hearing loss. Here's some more links that may help that.

Stay up to date with
The IAHA Newsletter.