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Disney+ is debuting Songs in Sign Language, reimagining songs from Frozen 2, Encanto, and Moana 2 in ASL through collaboration with Deaf West Theatre.

https://loom.ly/hOQZz3k

#ADA #DeafInclusion #AccessibilityMatters #ASL
April 27, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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This week we celebrate the accomplishments, culture, and languages of our Deaf communities.

As we take time to honor our Deaf communities, we must center the conversation around accessibility and inclusion to ensure every voice is heard.

#IWDP #InternationalWeekOftheDeaf #DeafInclusion
September 23, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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Sign language is a full, rich language and key to cultural identity. On 9/23, #InternationalDayofSignLanguages, we affirm the right to communicate freely in the language that fits best. #SocialWork must support #LanguageJustice.
#SignLanguageDay #DeafInclusion #NASW #SocialWorkAccessibility
September 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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A3 Invest in AI-driven real-time transcription services, offer video banking with sign language options, and train staff in deaf awareness. Creating accessible educational resources & ensuring seamless digital experiences empower customers. #WeAreBillionStrong #HumanInclusion #AXSChat #DeafInclusion
February 11, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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Q3 How can the financial sector better support deaf customers beyond providing sign language interpreters and captions? #AXSChat #DeafInclusion
February 11, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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Maryam Bilal Ahmed examines Café Qabil’s inclusive model and why flashing emergency alerts, visual signage and formal communication tools could strengthen accessibility for Deaf customers.
www.thefridaytimes.com/22-Sep-2026/...

#DeafInclusion #Accessibility #Disability
Making Hospitality Accessible At Café Qabil: Inclusion For Deaf And Hard-of-Hearing Customers
Café Qabil represents a shift from charity-based welfare toward a capability-driven model, where persons with disabilities are empowered through skills,
www.thefridaytimes.com
September 22, 2026 at 3:37 PM
midatlanticada.adata.org
A federal appeals court confirmed that Werner Enterprises violated the ADA by refusing to hire a qualified deaf truck driver. The ruling affirms that disability discrimination has consequences.

Read more: https://loom.ly/CFpWQKo

#ADA #DisabilityRights #EEOC #WorkplaceInclusion #DeafInclusion
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September 24, 2025 at 12:21 PM
enhancetheuk.bsky.social
👂💼 Deaf & hard of hearing employees bring valuable skills, but workplaces aren’t always accessible. The good news? Small adjustments can make a big difference!

📥 Download our guide on Reasonable Adjustments for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People in the Workplace: buff.ly/3fmirvN

#DeafInclusion
A woman with red hair is putting a hearing aid on her ear. She is wearing a grey jumper and a yellow watch
March 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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📢 Proud to work with @policescotland.bsky.social
on a vital project supporting the deaf community.

Together, we’ve created 13 BSL videos to raise awareness of domestic abuse, recognising abuse, & how to report it.

More here: tinyurl.com/26ptmc6t

#DeafInclusion #EndDomesticAbuse
Launch of BSL videos to support deaf survivors of domestic abuse
Police Scotland, supported by Heriot-Watt University, has created a series of British Sign Language (BSL) videos aimed at the deaf community affected by domestic abuse.
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December 17, 2024 at 10:17 AM
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This week's IL newsletter: New app for deaf people – In Scotland, the new SignPort app will make it easier to book and connect with BSL interpreters. #SignPort #BSLAccess #DeafInclusion #AccessibleTechnology #ILcommunity
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November 20, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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This week marks Deaf Awareness Week — a time to raise awareness, challenge perceptions and celebrate the rich culture and contributions of Deaf people and those with hearing loss.

#DeafAwarenessWeek #DeafInclusion #BSL #AccessibilityMatters #InclusionInAction #DiversityAndInclusion #HealthEquity
May 8, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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#BSLAccess #DeafInclusion #AccessibleTheatre #Theatresign #InclusiveArts #BSLInterpreter #AccessibleArts #DisneyHercules #WestEndTheatre
August 21, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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New blog by Young, Palanisamy, Rogers, Thanzami and Hulme (2025) titled "Deafness is not an infectious disease but a global health priority" has been published on BMJ Global Health:
blogs.bmj.com/bmjgh/2025/0...
#SORD #odafunding #DeafInclusion #globalhealthequity
A blog post from SORD which is based in the University of Manchester The blog post contains a headline, a short paragraph, and a small image. The headline reads: "Deafness is not an infectious disease but a global health priority." Beneath the headline, there are author names and a date: Young, Palanisamy, Rogers, Thanzami & Hulme (2025). The paragraph below provides more information on the blog topic: "The UK’s 2025 Spending Review has sidelined critical global health research – including a groundbreaking £21M award for Deaf Malaysians, a collaboration between SORD, University of Manchester and Monash University Malaysia. Why? Because deafness isn’t seen as a global health security threat." There is also a link to read the full blog on BMJ Global Health with a URL starting with "https://blogs.bmj.com/bmj/2023/08/17/..." The blog banner includes a small image on the left side depicting a dark blue globe with white lines connecting across it, symbolizing network or global connectivity. The University of Manchester and SORD logos are visible in the upper left corner.
August 19, 2025 at 3:34 PM
enhancetheuk.bsky.social
👂💼 Deaf & hard of hearing employees bring valuable skills, but workplaces aren’t always accessible. The good news? Small adjustments can make a big difference!

📥 Download our guide on Reasonable Adjustments for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People in the Workplace: buff.ly/3fmirvN

#DeafInclusion
April 30, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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#DeafAwarenessWeek #DeafinitelyWomen #DeafInclusion #BreakBarriers
May 4, 2026 at 8:45 AM
deafinitelyw.bsky.social
👋 It’s Deaf Awareness Week (5–11 May)!

Meet our amazing staff who work hard every day to break down barriers and support Deaf, hard-of-hearing, Deafblind, and those with acquired hearing loss. 🙌

#DeafAwarenessWeek #DeafinitelyWomen #DeafInclusion #BreakBarriers
May 5, 2025 at 7:38 PM