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Deaf Awareness Week takes place between the 6th to the 12th of May. Let us take this time to celebrate our deaf community, raise awareness, and spread inclusivity! Here are A2i's top three tips for Deaf Awareness Week: 1. Find out communication preferences. Before your expected meeting, learn the individual's requirements and their preferred communication support. 2. Get the individual's attention before you speak. Try move into good lighting so they can see you, wave your hand in their line of vision, or lightly tap their shoulder. 3. Always face the individual. Communicate face-to-face and keep eye contact. This will help the person lip read and see your facial expressions if they need to. Learn more tips from our blog https://lnkd.in/e8Q2uih5 #DeafAwarenessWeek #DiversityInclusion #a11y #bsl

🔥Big News Alert! 🔥 Member of the international deaf community? Professionals working with deaf people? Academics researching deaf people and sign languages? Mark your calendars for Friday 14th June 2024!📆 This is your chance to make an impact. The BIG Survey is coming your way, and we need your perspective to shape the future of Deaf Legal Theory. Your voice matters, and we can't wait to hear your unique perspective. Follow us to stay up to date and be the first to know when the survey is ready. #BIGSurvey #DeafLegalTheory #YourVoiceMatters

I can honestly say that a lack of deaf awareness in society has been the biggest blocker I’ve encountered as a deaf person. It’s so frustrating when you just want to be able to have a conversation with someone, but they don’t have any knowledge of what it means to be deaf aware. So, how better to raise the profile of deaf awareness than to have a whole week dedicated to deaf awareness!? Check out the fantastic resources below to see how you can be more deaf aware. 👇

This year's Deaf Awareness Week takes place from the 6th of May to the 12th of May. There are plenty of free online resources to educate yourself. For example, the 'It Does Matter' campaign from RNID provides new research to help raise awareness. Understanding is the first step towards creating an inclusive environment for all. What is your company doing for Deaf Awareness Week? #deafawarenessweek

🔥Big News Alert! 🔥 Member of the international deaf community? Professionals working with deaf people? Academics researching deaf people and sign languages? Mark your calendars for Friday 14th June 2024!📆 This is your chance to make an impact. The BIG Survey is coming your way, and we need your perspective to shape the future of Deaf Legal Theory. Your voice matters, and we can't wait to hear your unique perspective. Follow us to stay up to date and be the first to know when the survey is ready. #BIGSurvey #DeafLegalTheory #YourVoiceMatters

This week is Deaf Awareness Week. I am lucky to work with Deaf business owners on (the marketing-side). Here are just three important things to remember when you meet a Deaf person. 1. Don’t be frightened (sadly my Deaf friends/colleagues say this still come across this) 2. Look at them and not the interpreter (who’s there for you, not them). 3. Speak normally. There are lots of other Deaf Awareness tips I haven’t shared. There is a wealth of talent in the Deaf community. Communication shouldn’t and mustn’t be a barrier. - Behind me are just of the organisations my Deaf clients are working with. #DeafAwarenessWeek #DeafAwareness

OPINION: Deaf awareness is more than a celebration, it’s a call for action Deaf Awareness Month is more than a celebration; it is a call for action. It is an opportunity to foster understanding, inclusion, and respect for the Deaf community. In a world predominantly designed for hearing individuals, it is imperative to acknowledge the experiences of Deaf people, challenge prevailing stereotypes, and strive toward a more inclusive society where every unique experience is valued. Read more: https://ufsweb.co/3XrLcx3 #DeafAwarenessMonth | #DeafAwareness

This week, 6-12th May we are celebrating Deaf Awareness Week This awareness shines a spotlight on the challenges faced by the Deaf Community, fostering empathy and understanding among the general population. It is a chance for individuals to learn about the deaf culture, the importance of Sign Language, and the need for accessible communication. How to be more deaf aware? 1. Understanding Deafness. 2. The Signs that Someone Can't Hear You. 3. Getting Someone's Attention. 4. Body Position is Important. 5. Speak in a Clear, UNexaggerated Way. 6. Use Simple Body Language and Visual Cues. 7. Writing to Communicate. 8. Everyone is different. #DeafAwarenessWeek #backingyouforlife #spinalcordinjury #sis #scotland

🤟 Celebrate Deaf Awareness Week with us! 🤟 Throughout this week, we’ll be sharing tips and information around how you can become more aware about the Deaf community and build a more inclusive society! 💫 💬 Tip 1: Communication is key to human connection. To foster inclusivity and empathy, it's vital to communicate effectively with Deaf individuals. Here are some powerful tips: • Try and find out the deaf person’s preferred method of communication – every person has different preferences and needs. • Wave to make eye contact and keep your face and mouth clearly visible. • Repeat once or twice – if the person still doesn’t understand, try rephrasing. • Use clear speech, mime and gesture. #DeafAwarenessWeek #DeafCommunity #SignVideo

September is Deaf Awareness Month! Are you looking for resources to support your work? Check out these resources for educational professionals from the National Deaf Children's Society ➡ https://lnkd.in/gdieWd7m Image description: A yellow-and-white graphic with an image of hands signing and an ear with a line across it. Text says, "September is Deaf Awareness Month. We're sharing useful resources to support your work!"