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In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and with Hurricane Milton approaching, many in our community are facing uncertainty due to a lack of ASL information. We have launched the Hurricane Relief ASL Helpline for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people seeking hurricane resources. Call us now at (833) 682-7630 for access to vital information, safety plans, and even support for non-ASL resources to be explained in ASL. You can find accessible resources, as well as more information on what topics our helpline can support here: https://lnkd.in/ehu22GYX Please share this post with anyone who would benefit from the helpline. Prioritize your safety and follow any issued evacuation orders. Let’s support our community together!

Do you know someone that communicates in ASL that needs information regarding Hurricane Milton or Helene? We are providing a direct number where a sign language user can call for resources and information in ASL. We can support with the following: 🔸 Getting direct information in ASL on what the government can help with 🔸 How to get financial assistance 🔸 Applying for FEMA assistance 🔸 How to provide help 🔸 And more! ➡️ (833) 682-7630 Please share this number with them. 💙 #ASL #Equity #Accessibility #DEI #Deaf #HardOfHearing #DeafCommunity #HurricaneRelief #HurricaneMilton #HurricaneHelene

Moving forward with a career looks different for everyone. Whether it is navigating a current job or pivoting into a new position, join this discussion about career opportunities as a Deaf/Hard of Hearing person. On October 23rd at 1pm Eastern, we are excited to bring multiple perspectives from our panelists: Roberta Mather, Chief Communication Officer Rachel Arfa, Commissioner of the City of Chicago Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities Storm Smith, Creative Consultant & Creative Director Melissa Salazar, Manager of Contingent Talent Partners at Netflix Don't wait, register here: https://lnkd.in/guH5T_SV This webinar will be held in American Sign Language (ASL) and have interpreters and live captioning. This event is one of four events leading up to the Deaf Employment Summit, an in-person event in June 2025. Sponsors include Communication Service for the Deaf, the National Association of the Deaf, Gallaudet University and NTID/RIT. National Association of the Deaf Gallaudet University RIT National Technical Institute for the Deaf #DeafJobSeekers #Deaf #HardOfHearing #DeafCommunity #Employment #DeafEmploymentSummit #DeafJobs [Image Description: The text on the top of the graphic includes: “Career Mobility, Cultivating the career potential of DHH professionals.” On the top right, the text reads: “Deaf Employment Summit 2, Webinar Series.” There are four photos in a row with names and roles underneath. From left to right: A woman with blonde long hair wearing a red top, “Roberta Mather, Chief Communications Officer; A black and white photo of a woman with her hair in a bun and smiling sideways, “Storm Smith, Creative Consultant and Creative Director; A woman with brown medium hair wearing a red top and a business jacket, “Rachel Arfa, Commissioner of the City of Chicago Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities”; A woman with blonde hair resting her arm on a director’s chair that has Netflix logo printed on it. There is a tv on behind her. “Melissa Salazar, Manager, Contingent Talent Partners at Netflix.” Underneath, there are logos of Communication Service for the Deaf, National Association of the Deaf, Gallaudet University, and RIT/NTID. On the bottom, the text reads: “Wednesday, October 23, 2024, 1- 2PM ET, Register today!”]

Breaking beyond culinary boundaries, all In American Sign Language (ASL)! 👩🍳 Teaching Kitchen 202 / TK202 is a unique educational institution dedicated to empowering Deaf and hard of hearing individuals with the skills and support they need to thrive in the kitchen. We offer: ➡ Hands-on training ➡State-of-the-art equipment ➡Classes taught in ASL ➡Supportive community that fosters a love for food ➡Prepares students for culinary careers Share this post! – Help us reach potential students and spread awareness about TK202's mission! 📩   #TeachingKitchen202 #TK202 #ASL #AmericanSignLanguage #SignLanguage #DeafCommunity #Deaf #HardOfHearing #Culinary #DMV #DC #ServSafe #Mozzeria   

📈 Elevate Your ASL Skills with Our ASL 2 Course! If you've completed ASL 1 and are eager to further your proficiency, our ASL 2 course is perfect for you. Dive deeper into the nuances of American Sign Language and enhance your ability to communicate effectively. Enroll today and continue your journey towards fluency. Visit https://bit.ly/4eImdxh to sign up now. Who's eligible? 👉 Family members of Deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals 👉 Medical professionals working with DHH 👉 Deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals 👉 Nevada residents #ASL #SignLanguage #Intermediate #Nevada #ProfessionalGrowth

How can companies use AI to create a more inclusive experience for Deaf and Hard of Hearing customers? Our CEO, Chris Soukup, shared key insights in his Harvard Business Review article. From designing customer experiences to including individuals with lived experience, these steps can reshape the future of customer service. Swipe through for some points and read the full article for more insights at the link below. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/guBw36Uu #InclusiveTech #EquitableCommunication #CustomerService #DeafCommunity #Deaf #HardOfHearing #DEIA #Accessibility #FutureOfAI #Inclusion #DirectVideoCalling #DVC [Image Description: A series of 7 graphics. Graphics 1 and 7 have a dark gray background with faded dots, CSD logo and white text. Graphics 2 through 6 has a light blue background with faded dots, with enlarged numbers on the top left and bold text in dark gray and CSD logo on the top right. There are white arrows to indicate swiping to the next graphic. All text reads: Graphic 1: Ways to create more inclusive and accessible customer service programs with AI, From the article, "How Companies Can Use AI to Better Serve Deaf and Hard of Hearing Customers", Written by Chris Soukup, CEO of Communication Service for the Deaf, for Harvard Business Review on September 17, 2024 Graphic 2: 01 - Design customer experiences to be inclusive from the beginning. Graphic 3: 02 - Repurpose a portion of efficiencies gained from automation to support more complex customer service needs. Graphic 4: 03 - Use an abundant and expansive mindset in the engineering of customer experiences. Graphic 5: 04 - Demonstrate socially responsible practices. Graphic 6: 05 - Involve individuals with lived experience as a person with a disability in the development of any AI-powered application. Graphic 7: Read the entire article linked below.]

Do you work in a workspace that focuses on employment and the Deaf community? Are you a Deaf community member looking for work? Then this webinar is for YOU. Come learn from Jazzy and Shelley to learn about the new Employment Hub and how you can find D/HH contractors from @Dripple. April 2nd, 2024 Take your pick: 11 AM CST – Interpretation and captioning provided https://lnkd.in/g9PgbXP5 5 PM CST – ASL Only https://lnkd.in/gWSBpb6x

🥪 Bring your brown bag and join Jazzy and Shelley for a conversation on employment and how you can capitalize the new Employment Hub by @CSDWorks and find D/HH contractors through @Dripple!     📍Register now at: 11am CST Interpreters and CART: https://lnkd.in/g9PgbXP5 5pm CST ASL: https://lnkd.in/gWSBpb6x   #Deaf #HardOfHearing #DeafCommunity #DeafJobSeekers #VocationalRehabilitation     [Image Description: “Webinar on Zoom, “Brown Bag Session”, April 2nd 2024, with Jazzy Jones and Shelley Oishi, Two webinars to choose from: 11am CST (Will be interpreted and captioned), 5pm CST (will be in ASL only), Calling counselors and clients of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) and Job Developers! Come learn about the new Employment Hub by CSD Works and how to find contractors through Dripple! CSD Works and Dripple logos are placed on the upper corner. The bottom corner shows photos of two women smiling to the camera.]

Video Description: An Asian woman wearing a black top is standing in front of a white wall with a green plant in the background while signing for the camera. Transcript: Communication Service for the Deaf has many programs and I want to spotlight one program of ours, CSD Works!      What is CSD Works?     CSD Works is a nationwide employment services, we partner with Vocational Rehabilitation to provide resources and services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing job seekers. All of our training videos and staff are completely accessible and in American Sign Language (ASL).     FYI, we have many exciting things happening this year! Come follow us on social media to learn of our upcoming plans!     My name is Shelley Oishi, Director of Employment Services. If you have any questions, go ahead and ] email me at works@csd.org.