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GLOBALASL28d ago

A video course on art in sign language has been created in Odesa

The Odessa National Art Museum presented “A Sign Language Dictionary of Art.” This is the first free video course that explains more than 300 art terms in sign language and introduces new signs. Reporters from Intent attended the event.  The main goal of the initiative is to…

Via Інтент
GLOBALASL28d ago

Restaurants in Coahuila incorporate Braille menus and Sign Language training

Más de 30 restaurantes se han sumado a un programa de inclusión desarrollado en conjunto por la Secretaría de Inclusión y Desarrollo Social de Coahuila y la Cámara Nacional de la Industria de Restaurantes y Alimentos Condimentados (Canirac), que contempla la incorporación de…

Via Vanguardia
GLOBALASL28d ago

Activists want sign language taught in all schools

Activists under the Uganda National Association of the Deaf (UNAD) have asked Parliament to enact a law that compels all schools to teach sign language. During the national celebrations to mark the International Day of the Deaf in Sembabule District on September 18, the…

Via Daily Monitor
USACOMMUNITY29d ago

‘One Lahui’: How Olelo Hawaii Kuhi Lima connects Deaf and hearing keiki

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A local project is creating Hawaiian language hand signs to help Deaf and hearing keiki connect through ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi. Co-founders Kekai Kaaumoana-Cummings and Keane Waian Nakapueo-Garcia, alongside parent advocate Nikki Kepoo and interpreter…

Via Hawaii News Now
GLOBALCOMMUNITY29d ago

Actor Alaqua Cox speaks on deaf representation at Columbia’s Deaf Awareness Day

Marvel actor Alaqua Cox spoke about the importance of deaf representation and seeing underrepresented communities on screen during Columbia’s Deaf Awareness Day event, hosted by the American Sign Language program, on Friday, Sept. 18. Cox, known for her role as Maya Lopez in…

Via The Columbia Chronicle
GLOBALCULTURE29d ago

BTS’ V goes viral for his touching gesture toward a deaf fan at concert

In recent days, BTS‘ V went viral on social networks for his touching gesture toward a deaf fan at a concert, demonstrating his intentions of making all attendees feel included. During a recent ‘ARIRANG’ world tour concert in Arlington, United States, the K-Pop idol seemed to…

Via Music Mundial
GLOBALCOMMUNITY29d ago

Race to replace deaf sailor's 'ears' after loss of beloved cat

After losing the cat who helped him navigate life and the ocean, a deaf sailor has been buoyed by a wave of support for a new furry first mate. Retired boat builder Paul Thompson, 69, is totally deaf and relies on lip-reading in a world he says is "not set up for deaf…

Via 1News
GLOBALEDUCATION29d ago

Robot hands help deaf students with learning

De apparaten hebben naar verluidt een nauwkeurigheidspercentage van 92 procent bij het omzetten van spraak naar gebarentaal, kosten $350 per stuk en zijn gemaakt van gerecycled plastic. Er zijn al 78 exemplaren verkocht, waardoor de onderwijskansen voor dove en slechthorende…

Via The Portugal News
GLOBALEDUCATION29d ago

Robotic hands help deaf students learn

A Kenyan startup has developed robotic hands that translate teachers’ voices into sign language, helping deaf students access classroom lessons even when teachers cannot sign.  By TPN, in Africa, Learning · 19 Sep 2026, 15:31 · 0 Comments The devices have a reported 92 percent…

Via The Portugal News
GLOBALCOMMUNITY29d ago

How Orchestras are Improving the Concert Experience for Deaf Audience Members

From the past to the present, deaf and blind artists have significantly contributed to the classical repertoire and the world stage As explored in a new article from the ABC, deafness and classical music have been interlinked for centuries. Beethoven’s Ode To Joy and Smetana’s…

Via The Violin Channel
GLOBALCOMMUNITY29d ago

How Orchestras are Improving the Concert Experience for Deaf Audiences

Deaf artists have significantly contributed to the classical repertoire and the world stage, and organizations are striving to make their concert experience better As explored in a new article from the ABC, deafness and classical music have been interlinked for centuries…

Via The Violin Channel
GLOBALASL29d ago

UKZN graduate develops AI tool to translate South African Sign Language

Inspired by his experiences growing up with deaf parents, the technology aims to help deaf people communicate more independently. A UKZN graduate could help address communication barriers faced by people who are hard of hearing in South Africa. Growing up with deaf parents…

Via ECR
GLOBALCOMMUNITY29d ago

A new voice in architecture: Deaf Architecture Front and DeafSpace Lab

Deaf Architecture Front (DAF) launched in June 2023 in response to a clear and longstanding gap between the Deaf community and the architectural profession. As a Deaf designer working in practice, I became increasingly aware of a disconnect between how spaces are designed and…

Via RIBA
GLOBALASL30d ago

Preserving Black American Sign Language

Franklin Jones, Jr., a lecturer in Deaf Studies at BU Wheelock, is the author of a new book, Learn Black American Sign Language: A History and Complete Beginner’s Guide with Over 200 Words and Phrases. With this book, Jones takes inspiration from the history and representation…

Via Boston University
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