As Deaf Advocates, we are passionate about helping businesses become more inclusive. With this goal in mind, we're thrilled to announce our newest training: "Deaf-Friendly Hotel". Our digital course tackles a critical problem in the hospitality industry— a lack of awareness on how to effectively serve the third-largest market segment: the deaf [...]
In today's corporate world, inclusivity isn't just a buzzword—it's a crucial aspect of effective communication and team dynamics. With the rise of remote work and virtual meetings, ensuring that all participants, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing (D/HH), can engage fully isn't just beneficial; it's essential. This guide will [...]
Creating inclusive concert experiences is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity. In a groundbreaking move that transcended traditional concert experiences. Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle hosted Madonna's Celebration tour with an extraordinary commitment to inclusivity. By featuring Russell Harvard, a renowned Deaf performer, alongside 2 skilled ASL interpreters, this event not [...]
In the heart of Omaha, a moment of warm connection unfolded, forever changing the perspective of a deaf customer. Renca Dunn, a deaf influencer was braving a chilly day when she paused outside a local coffee shop. To her astonishment, the cashier inside began communicating with her in American Sign Language (ASL) [...]
Airports can be a labyrinth of chaos and stress, especially for those rushing to catch a flight. For the Deaf and hard of hearing traveler, this often includes navigating an additional maze of barriers that range from lack of visual information to communication struggles and impatience from airport staff and passengers. Let's [...]
In a world as diverse as ours, cultural differences shape the way we perceive and engage with the world around us. One striking example of this diversity lies in the contrasting social interactions between hearing and deaf culture. While both cultures offer rich and meaningful experiences, their distinct communication modalities, non-verbal cues, [...]
The month of May is Better Hearing and Speech Month. Join me in taking a moment to promote awareness and education about communication challenges and the diverse ways in which people communicate. Hearing and speaking are two of the most common ways that humans communicate and interact with eachother. However, for some [...]
American Sign Language (ASL) is a visual language used by many members of the Deaf community in the United States and Canada. While ASL is a language in its own right, it is not a universal language. American Sign Language is also specific to the Deaf community. As the National Association of [...]
As someone who is deaf, I’ve heard (pun) my fair share of ridiculous statements about deaf people. One of them that keeps coming up, deaf people cannot enjoy music. As a music lover myself, I am here to set the record straight: deaf people CAN enjoy music. Music is not just an [...]