Hearin' Me — deaf and hard of hearing RSS

In a world that thrives on diversity and inclusivity, it is our responsibility as members of society to support and uplift marginalized communities. One such community that deserves our attention and allyship is the deaf community. By becoming a deaf community ally, we can actively work towards breaking down barriers, promoting inclusivity, and fostering a more accessible world. In this article, I want to share my personal journey of becoming an ally to the deaf community, emphasizing the importance of empathy, understanding, and taking action...

As children we were taught that the United States of America is a great melting pot of a myriad of cultures, ethnicities, and religions. Two ingredients left out of that melting pot were the different physical and mental states of the human being. We excluded the deaf/hard of hearing community, the autistic community, the blind community, and so on.