For English speakers, too much eye contact is considered intense or rude and too little means you might be nervous, unprepared, or insincere. When making eye contact with people in the Deaf community, the first connection means “I see you.” 👁👁 When Deaf folks meet for the first time, […]
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Be an advocate for accessibility
You do not have to be Deaf yourself to ask for access to communication resources. 👋 If you notice something is inaccessible in a public space or even at a friend’s house (hint: closed captions for your favorite show), say something! 📺 The most tiring thing for a person who […]
Beginning ASL Online class starts Tuesday July 6
In 8 weeks, you will learn the following: How to Fingerspell your ABC’sHow to ask questions – for example:asking for a cutie’s number.setting up a time for zoom dates.Basic signs such as the beautiful luminous colors of the rainbow. American Sign Language (ASL) is an invaluable skill for everyone and […]
Beginning ASL class online starts Wednesday June 9
American Sign Language (ASL) is an invaluable skill for everyone and fun to learn. Learning this unique language brings you to a new cultural awareness about the Deaf Community. You open up a new world filled with new people to meet and to develop different types of relationships. In 8 […]
Beginning ASL class online starts Thursday June 10
In 8 weeks, you will learn the following: How to Fingerspell your ABC’sHow to ask questions – for example:asking for a cutie’s number.setting up a time for zoom dates.Basic signs such as the beautiful luminous colors of the rainbow. Quarantine got you bored? Want to develop a new useful skill […]
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