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This Deaf Awareness Week, let's turn up the volume on inclusivity! We recognise that #diversity isn't just about what we can see or hear. With 12 million people in the UK experiencing some form of deafness, it's crucial that our workplaces reflect and accommodate this diversity. Did you know that #BritishSignLanguage is an official language since 2003? Yet, many D/deaf individuals still face significant barriers in accessing services and information. It's not just about hearing—the D/deaf community has its own rich culture, history, and identity. Here’s how we can all foster a more inclusive environment: - Always face the person you're talking to. - Speak clearly, slowly, and ensure your mouth is visible. - Be patient, repeat, or rephrase if needed. Let’s embrace these practices not just this week but every day to create a workplace where everyone can thrive. 💛🖤 #DeafAwarenessWeek #Inclusion #Diversity #BSL #Accessibility #MahoganyInclusionPartners

Some useful tips that may help when #communicating with people that maybe hard of hearing or have a hearing loss 👍 #deafawarenessweek #deaf #deafcommunity #signlanguage #bsl #cochlearimplant National Deaf Children's Society British Deaf Association deaf together

I arrived home earlier from a summit, and my children said, "Oh, they didn't have ASL interpreters?" That's becoming common knowledge in our household. It's time we recognize that providing ASL interpreters at webinars, summits, and public meetings should be a standard of practice—not an afterthought. Ensuring access to ASL interpreters is crucial for empowering Deaf individuals to participate fully in discussions. It's not merely an accommodation; it's a necessary component for inclusivity. When event organizers take the initiative to provide these services, they shift the responsibility away from individuals needing support. This promotes a culture of accessibility and equality. #Accessibility #DeafCommunity #ASLInterpreter #Access

Learn ways in which you can be more deaf aware. 🙌 Let’s celebrate the resilience and diversity within the Deaf and hard of hearing community, championing inclusivity and accessibility for all. Let's amplify their voices, break down barriers, and foster a world where everyone's story can be heard. 🫶 #DeafAwarenessWeek #ProsperoGroup

The Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR) offers specialized training sessions on cultural competency, effective communication best practices, and accessibility for the deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing community. These trainings can be tailored to your audience and specific needs and can be conducted in person or virtually. Additionally, MDCR's Division can partner with other units within the Department to provide relevant training for the disability community. Enhance your organization’s inclusivity and accessibility by scheduling a session today https://lnkd.in/ePgzRViD [ALT Text: The image has a dark blue background. The logo for the MDCR is at the bottom. Large white text covers most of the image and reads, Michigan Department of Civil Rights Trainings, Receive training specifically tailored to your audience and your needs. Such as cultural competency, effective communication best practices, and accessibility for the deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing community.]

NEW BLOG! Unseen Hurdles: Daily Challenges Faced by Deaf/HOH and Individuals with Disabilities Every day, Deaf/Hard of Hearing and disabled individuals face numerous obstacles that many of us might not even notice. From inaccessible public spaces to communication barriers and societal biases, these challenges can significantly hinder their independence and inclusion. We're shedding light on these critical issues in our latest blog. Join us in understanding and changing these unseen hurdles to create a more accessible and inclusive world for everyone. Read the full story on our website and help us make a difference. 🌍💪 https://bit.ly/3wfhFgi

NEW BLOG! Unseen Hurdles: Daily Challenges Faced by Deaf/HOH and Individuals with Disabilities Every day, Deaf/Hard of Hearing and disabled individuals face numerous obstacles that many of us might not even notice. From inaccessible public spaces to communication barriers and societal biases, these challenges can significantly hinder their independence and inclusion. We're shedding light on these critical issues in our latest blog. Join us in understanding and changing these unseen hurdles to create a more accessible and inclusive world for everyone. Read the full story on our website and help us make a difference. 🌍💪 https://bit.ly/3wfhFgi

Who else noticed the powerful accessibility for Deaf and hard of hearing folks during the DNC? As someone deeply invested in making the world more deaf-friendly, I was thrilled to see both captions and ASL interpreters ensuring that the Deaf/hh community could fully engage. It’s also inspiring to see President Biden, a member of the disability community himself proving that inclusion isn't just possible, it's essential. Let's keep pushing for more of this in every space. [ID: The image shows President Biden speaking at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) 2024, with a large screen displaying his image above a packed arena. Closed captions are visible, highlighting Biden's words, and an ASL interpreter can be seen on the right side of the screen. It is circled with an arrow. The CNN news ticker at the bottom reads, "President Biden speaks at first night of DNC.] #AccessibilityMatters #InclusionForAll #DeafFriendly #Deaf #HardOfHearing #DisabilityAdvocacy #EqualAccess

In every space! It can be done. It can even be improved. It can be normalized. Inclusion starts with thinking about others before the event starts. Love to see this! #languageaccess #interpreters #captions

Around 50 percent of #women in the deaf community experience #domesticviolence. #Research suggests the deaf community report experiencing victimization at higher rates, but a lack of accessible resources and trauma-informed services for American Sign Language speakers make it difficult for deaf people to report crimes and access support. In this report, Urban provides recommendations for how New York City’s Barrier Free Living (BFL) and similar direct service programs can improve and adapt staffing, services, and outreach to strengthen their response to deaf survivors. See Urban’s additional recommendations and findings from our evaluation of BFL’s program. https://urbn.is/3zWYLwl