Deaf Community

Here on our Blog you will learn a little more about the deaf community and the importance of accessibility. Whether in business, schools, government or everyday life, we can all break down barriers and build a more accessible and inclusive world! Shall we make the change happen?

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Maya is smiling and signing in Brazilian Sign Language (Libras). The character appears in front of Deaf Powe symnbol on a textured blue background, with circular graphic elements around the corners.

Deaf Power <0/: when deaf protagonism becomes potency [Interview]

An illustration featuring a cartoon-style character signing in American Sign Language (ASL) in front of a smartphone screen. The phone displays an app called "Hands Up" with the tagline “Learn ASL with activities!” A label says “Beta” and “Now inside!” above two animated characters. In the corner, there's an icon of the US flag next to a hand sign symbol, indicating ASL. The background includes abstract orange shapes and gradients.

Hand Talk App launches Hands Up: Learning Sign Language can be fun and easy

Hand Talk and Sorenson: United to break even more accessibility barriers around the world

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15 ableist expressions you should stop using right now

Cover of the article about the National Interpreter Appreciation Day. Blue background. On the center, Maya has her arms crossed and is smiling. Around her, the ASL and Libras icons, alongside the American flag and the deafness icon.

National Interpreter Appreciation Day: when it is and its importance

Cover of the article about ASL interpreters. Illustration of a woman signing. Beside her the ASL icon.

ASL Interpreters: what they do and why they are important

Cover of the article "International Week of Deaf People". Maya is signing in ASL (American Sign Language). Behind her there is an illustration of the world. Beside her the icons of Sign Language and deaf people

International Week of Deaf People: what is it and why celebrate it?

Maya is at the center smiling with her arms crossed. Around her in frames are the images of people who shaped the history of the deaf community.

Deaf Activists: meet the people who changed history!

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The Deaf Community: What it is, Characteristics and Who is part of it

Illustration of some people representing different disabilities and communicating in Sign Languages.

Deaf culture: what is it, history, aspects, examples & facts

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The Benefits of Sign Language for Children with Hearing Loss

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How To Learn Sign Language And How Long Does It Take?

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What is accessibility for deaf people and what is its importance?

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Sign Languages unite us

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Social Inclusion: what is our role in promoting a fairer society

On the center, an illustration of two hands tied up by a rope. On top of it, an open mouth talking. Around it, Sign Language symbols crossed over as forbidden.

Audism and the discrimination against deaf people

Illustration of two people communicating in tactile ASL, and smiling. The person on the left is holding a cane.

What is deafblindness?

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Do you know what it is like to be a CODA?

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World Hearing Day: the global scenario of hearing disabilities

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Why deafness is an invisible disability

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What is SignWriting?

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5 Interesting Facts about Sign Languages

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3 Things Deaf People Want You to Know

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The importance of teaching Sign Language in Early Childhood Education

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5 Great Tips to get you started investing in accessibility!

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Learn ASL: A Guide to Getting You Started Fast

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How to be an Ally to the Deaf Community