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Operational insight on interpreting and access, written by the coordinators and interpreters who handle these situations daily.
Facts About Deaf People You Need to Know
In the 21st century, every minority group has a law that supports their rights in one way or another. Deaf people have legal rights just as any other member of society.
Read article Deaf CommunityAre Sporting Venues Deaf Fan Accessible?
According to FIFA, more than 70 million Deaf and Hard of Hearing people were able to enjoy the 2018 FIFA World Cup held in Russia. All 64 match recordings were reproduced in a Sign Language to ensure that every fan...
Read article Deaf CommunityMake Your Instagram Stories Deaf Friendly
One of the greatest ways of interacting with your Instagram followers is through Instagram Stories. You can share what’s on your mind through enlightening and entertaining videos.
Read article Deaf Culture4 Ways to Make Your Home Deaf Accessible
Designing a home for hearing people is quite easy since only a few factors are considered. The “beauty of the room” is what it’s all about from our perspective.
Read article Deaf CultureSpreading Deaf Awareness This September
“Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. As we are liberated from our fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” ~Nelson Mande The International Deaf Awareness month is here again.
Read article Deaf CultureHow We Differ: Deaf and Hearing Cultures
As a hearing person, how much do you know about the Deaf culture? What does it mean to be deaf? Your interaction with the Deaf community is largely dependent on how you answer both of these questions.
Read article Deaf CommunityValues of Deafness: The Language
Those within Deaf Culture share a common language: American Sign Language (ASL). The most important part of learning Deaf Culture is learning ASL. Deaf people pride their culture and the pride of their culture is the...
Read article Deaf CultureValues of Deafness: The Culture
The most important part of learning ASL is learning Deaf Culture. Deaf people pride in their language and along with the pride of their language is the pride of their culture.
Read article Interpreting20 Good & Bad Ideas: While Working with Sign Language Interpreters
If this is your first time working with a Sign Language interpreter, you may be nervous and unsure of how to interact during their presence. Well, not to worry!
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