Learn About Deaf Culture and Deaf Community Members
Support the Deaf community by participating in an informative and interactive workshop on the basics of Deaf culture and American Sign Language.
1 hour
Online
5 to
English, Spanish
Woodbine, Maryland, United States

What you’ll do

Learn more about the Deaf community in this introductory workshop from a nonprofit that supports and empowers deaf youth and their families. You’ll get introduced to Deaf culture, discover workplace norms when working with Deaf staff members or Deaf customers, and learn basic American Sign Language. 

Agenda:

  • Visit.org Welcome: Making an Impact Together (5 minutes)
  • Presentation on Deaf culture and Workplace Norms (20 minutes)
  • Interactive Lesson on American Sign Language Basics (30 minutes)
  • Celebrating the Impact (5 minutes)

What else you should know

  • This experience can be customized to meet the corporate partner’s needs. 
  • This experience is suitable for a general audience of all skill levels interested in learning about the Deaf community, American Sign Language basics, and best practices for interacting with Deaf individuals in the workplace.

How you’ll make an impact

Disability Inclusion
Economic Empowerment
Children & Families
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
This experience gives your team valuable insights into the lived experiences of Deaf community members, leaving them better equipped to support Deaf friends, colleagues, or loved ones. By participating, your team will learn actionable strategies to promote inclusivity and accessibility in the workplace, cultivating a more supportive environment where all team members can thrive. Additionally, your team's support will provide American Sign Language opportunities for families raising Deaf or hard-of-hearing children, preventing language deprivation.

This nonprofit is committed to empowering diverse families with Deaf children and youth by embracing full access to language-rich environments through mentoring, advocacy, resources, and collaborative networks.

*The above-mentioned donation amount was thoughtfully suggested by the nonprofit organization and/or social venture and/or charitable organization. The donation will help them in achieving their mission, as detailed above. In case you would prefer to alter this suggested donation, please contact Visit.org.

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