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We've put together answers to the top questions we get about VRI On-Demand—what it is, who can use it, and who covers the cost. P.S. Not sure if VRI On-Demand is right for your business? Get in touch and we’ll help you with the next steps! #AccessibleCommunication

Not every Deaf person can lipread—it’s a learned skill, not an innate ability. Even under ideal conditions, lipreading is more guesswork than certainty. In fact, studies estimate that lipreaders catch only 30-45% of a conversation. Relying on lipreading alone for effective communication isn’t realistic. That’s why providing accessible alternatives, like sign language interpretation, is so important.

We’re so grateful for our interpreters, clients, partners, and most importantly, the Deaf community. 💙 Here’s to another amazing year ahead!

Counting down to 2025 with the best team around! Happy New Year! ✨

Every year, we celebrate the season with a special holiday card for our team. This year, we made it extra special by hosting a drawing contest and inviting everyone’s kids to share their creativity. We received so many amazing entries and loved every single one! We hope these creations bring you as much joy as they brought us. Happy Holidays from the Asign family to yours! 💙 -- Image description: A collection of 11 holiday-themed kids' drawings and paintings, including ice skaters, gnomes, snowmen, Christmas trees and other holiday characters and decor.

Do you have Deaf customers, coworkers or employees who use American Sign Language (ASL)? Try signing “Happy Holidays!” A small gesture can mean so much. 🙌

Giving back isn’t just about giving things—it’s about making a difference. Whether it's volunteering, supporting accessibility, or contributing to meaningful causes, every action counts. Happy holidays from all of us at Asign! 💙 Disclaimer: We said it last year, and we'll say it again—no sign language interpreters were harmed in the making of this video. #PaidPartnership

American Sign Language (ASL) is a spatial, 3D language that uses movement, direction, and placement in space to convey meaning—something that spoken languages, like English, can't do. This allows for rich, nuanced communication, providing Deaf individuals with a fully accessible means of expression. ASL is not a signed version of English. It's a distinct language that's deeply tied to Deaf culture and community. That's why offering your Deaf customers and employees communication in ASL is so important.

Make accessibility a priority—schedule an interpreter as soon as you start planning your meeting to ensure it’s inclusive for Deaf employees. Need to book an interpreter? Visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gHPkwzfr

What's a Deaf Interpreter? A Deaf Interpreter (or a DI) is a Deaf professional who ensures communication is clear and accessible, especially for Deaf individuals who use different types of signing or have unique communication needs. Here’s how it works: the ASL-English interpreter signs to the Deaf Interpreter, who then adjusts and conveys the message in a way that makes sense for the Deaf person. The Deaf person then signs their response to the Deaf Interpreter, who passes it along to the ASL-English interpreter. The ASL-English interpreter then speaks to the hearing individual. Deaf Interpreters bring their lived experience and cultural understanding to bridge communication gaps, making sure everyone understands each other fully. This teamwork is essential in creating effective and accessible communication. We’re grateful for all our amazing DIs!