d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Signs of Identity and Culture Presentation

This training will provide you with knowledge of Deaf Culture and Identity. You will leave with a better understanding of :

• d/Deaf / Hard of Hearing individual's identities, experiences and perspectives
• Microaggressions (I will tell you later, Hearing Impaired)
• Prejudices (the spectrum of hearing)
• The burden of communication...
• De’VIA Art (Deaf oppression and liberation art)
• Deaf Heart, Deaf Gain vs “Audism”
• Deaf Traditions Deaf Storytelling, Poetry, ABC Stories / Number Stories

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Audience: faculty/staff, students, community

Accessibility elements of the event: captioning and an ASL interpreter will be provided

If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the access provided, please call Allyson Hart Cook at 631-553-8625 or email ap2064@echo.rutgers.edu in advance of your participation.