Best Practices for On-Site ASL Interpreting
On-site ASL interpreting supports face-to-face communication during in-person meetings or events that last from a few hours to multiple days. It is especially effective when participants are moving around, when the setting is outdoors, or when reliable internet access is not avai
Have your say on public transport accessibility
In the first ever survey focusing on public transport accessibility for people who are deaf or have hearing loss in the UK, we are urging deaf people to share their experiences. If you are
If it’s not Baroque, don’t fix it: a participatory concert of classical music
Emma Boswell, the National Coordinator of our Usher Service, shares her experience of a concert curated for a deafblind audience… On Remembrance Sunday, in the heart of London, I had ... Read more The post If it’s not Baroque, don’t fix it: a participatory concert of classical mu
U.S. Department of Education Update – March 2026
Open embedded content from YouTube Hi, my name is Marla Hatrak. I am currently NAD’s Educational Policy consultant. This video is an update on previous videos where we talked about certain programs within the Department of Education being moved to different departments like Depar
U.S. Department of Education Update
Hi, my name is Marla Hatrak. I am currently NAD’s Educational Policy consultant. This video is an update on previous videos where we talked about certain programs within the Department of Education being moved to different departments like Department of Labor and Department of Hu
A lasting tribute to a determined lady
“We’re really grateful to Deafblind UK; they were so supportive when my mother, Mary, went into a care home. Now, we keep her memory alive with a tribute page and ... Read more The post A lasting tribute to a determined lady first appeared on Deafblind UK .
Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and Blind board considers big changes to staff salaries - AZPM News
Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and Blind board considers big changes to staff salaries
New Resource – Vendor Evaluation Guide: AI Captioning and Translation for Meetings with Deafblind Participants
As AI technology moves faster than ever, we know many of us are exploring or using automated captioning and real-time translation to make meetings more inclusive. It’s an exciting time, but it also brings up a lot of questions such us: What are the non-negotiable questions we sho
DbI Review Spring Issue: Call for Submissions – 50th DbI Anniversary Edition
The DbI Review Spring Issue is now open for submissions. This special edition will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Deafblind International (DbI) and highlight voices, experiences, and innovations from across our global community. If you have not yet submitted, there is still ti
Press Statement: Senedd’s vote
Today marks a historic milestone for Deaf British Sign Language (BSL) signers across Wales. The passing of the British Sign Language (Wales) Bill in the Senedd ensures that the distinct language and culture of BSL signers is recognised
March School Board Meeting
The Indiana School for the Deaf Board will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 from 5:00-7:00pm EDT. Location: Indiana School for the Deaf Willard Hall - Media Center 1200 East 42nd Street Indianapolis, IN 46205 Livestream Link: Join here Teams Meeting ID: 249 676
At 56, I woke to silence: the strange, sudden loss that changed everything
Since the US has no federal mandate for hearing aid coverage, I found myself in a quandary – I couldn’t communicate with the hearing or the deaf At the end of my second American Sign Language (ASL) class, during which I had fingerspelled my name Deborah as “F-E-B-O-R-A-H”, I thou
Blueprint for Excellence in Deaf Education
English translation: Hi, my name is Marla Hatrak. I am currently NAD’s Educational Policy consultant. I would like to discuss a new program, a new concept, or maybe a new approach to Deaf Education. As you may know, the federal Department of Education will definitely be closed so
Our campaign for BSL recognition
For years, people across the UK who use British Sign Language (BSL) have shared their stories about inaccessible healthcare with us. We've heard about services that don’t meet their needs, or the basic need to communicate in situations where communication should have been a basic
Senedd votes through Wales BSL Act
The British Sign Language (Wales) Bill, has officially passed through the Welsh Parliament (Senedd), marking a significant step towards equality, for BSL signers across Wales. Campaigners celebrating outside Senedd - photo credit Natasha Hirst The Bill was introduced to the Sened
Opportunities to tender: Sciencewise, AI and BSL
RNID and Sciencewise are commissioning a UK-wide public dialogue on the ethics of AI-enabled British Sign Language (BSL). Read more about the RNID and Sciencewise project here . There are 3 opportunities to tender on this project. Delivery Partner Download the Invitation to Tende
Breaking barriers in the outdoors through BSL
Out in the wild spaces of Scotland, far from the noise of the city, Morag Skelton feels free. As a deaf mountaineering and climbing instructor, the outdoors is where she finds calm, confidence, and connection. Since 2024, she’s been making sure other deaf people can explore the m
The 45% Hope: Brain-Health Levers That Help Keep the Lights On Webinar
Presenter: Dr. Jaime Wilson Webinar Description: In The 45% Hope, Dr. Jaime A.B. Wilson reframes brain health through a powerful metaphor: your brain is not a switch... It’s a city with lights, highways, and dimmers. Research now suggests that up to 45% of dementia risk is modifi
Assistant Professor in Deaf Culture / ASL Interpreting – American River College
APPLY HERE! Deaf Culture & ASL (50%)/ ASL English Interpreting (50%) Assistant Professor Los Rios Community College District – American River College Job Posting Number: REQ01492 Salary: $55,957.82 – $105,605.51 Annually Closing Date: 3/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Co
ICF Core Set and Functional Definition/Criteria of Deafblindness: Implementation
Deafblind International (DbI) is pleased to share the successful completion of the ICF Core Sets for Deafblindness, developed within the framework of the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF). This research, supported