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“I Want to Help Deaf People” — A Different Way to Think

Saying “I want to help Deaf people” can unintentionally reinforce audism. Deaf individuals are capable, not helpless.[…]

Why Visually Speaking Rejects the Phone: Embracing a Visual-Centric World

At Visually Speaking, we reject the phone to champion visual communication. By prioritizing ASL, video calls, and[…]

Fingerspelling: Slower Isn’t Always Better

Slowing down your fingerspelling isn’t always helpful. Deaf signers read words in real time, just like spoken[…]

Pause the Voice, Prioritize the Deaf

When you use your voice around Deaf friends, the conversation often defaults to the hearing person. Servers,[…]

How to Change the World Around You Instead of Matching It

You don’t have to fit a world that wasn’t built for you. Surround yourself with supportive friends,[…]

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