Domestic Violence in the Deaf Community: ASADV continues to bring attention to the topic of domestic violence and abuse by sponsoring a one-day conference in Rochester, New York, next month. CyberSafety and CyberBullying are among the timely issues that will be covered. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how domestic violence impacts our community and what you …
Read MoreJob Announcement: Deaf Abused Women’s Network (DAWN) in Washington, DC is seeking an Executive Director Job Summary The Executive Director is responsible for establishing and executing major goals and objectives for the organization. Implements policies established by the board of directors. Provides leadership, direction, and guidance of DAWN’s activities. Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of all organization operations. Develops and …
Read MoreThe Deafhood Monologues: An episodic play of Deaf experiences, chronicles and reflections delivered through poetry, stories, and presentations in American Sign Language. Inspired by “The Vagina Monologues” and “Understanding Deaf Culture: in search of Deafhood”. December 3-4, 2010 Little Theatre – California School for the Deaf 39350 Gallaudet Drive Fremont, California 94538 SHOW TIMES Friday Evening: 7:30PM ~ December 3, …
Read MoreDeaf Abused Women’s Network (DAWN) Title: Empowerment Advocate Hours: Full time at 40 hours per week Location: Deaf Abused Women’s Network office in Washington DC Supervision: Interns Reports to: Deaf Abused Women’s Network Advocate Coordinator The Empowerment Advocate should have extensive knowledge ofdomestic violence and sexual assault. The Empowerment Advocate will provide direct services to Deaf, hard of hearing and …
Read MoreAccessible Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline: The National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH) is a wonderful resource for the Deaf community. The confidential hotline sponsored by Abused Deaf Women’s Advocacy Services (ADWAS) offers support for Deaf women who are experiencing domestic violence. Friends and family members can also contact the hotline for information about how to support loved ones who are …
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Counselor for the Deaf Alaska State School for the Deaf, Anchorage, AK Title: Counselor for the Deaf Salary Range: DOE Posting Date: Open until filled Closing Date: Open until filled Schedule: 9 months, 5 days per week, 8 hrs per day Qualifications: Master’s in Counseling (Deaf) required. Completion of teacher education program for deaf preferred. Summary of Work and Responsibilities: …
Read MoreOriginal letter sent May 27, 2010 Mia Orr, Consultant Senate Health Committee State Capitol, Room 2191 Sacramento, CA 95814 Dear Honorable Senate Health Committee Members: Alternative Solutions Center, a Deaf-owned and operated private psychotherapy practice, OPPOSES Assembly Bill 2072 (AB 2072). AB 2072 hurts Deaf children and adults by ignoring all the research and testimonials that show just how critical …
Read MoreOriginal letter sent on May 17, 2010 To: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected] cc: Patti Durr Dear Purple, We are writing with three requests. We ask that Purple: 1. Withdraw financial sponsorship from DeafRead/DeafVIDEO.TV (DVTV) 2. Remove the Purple logo/banner from both of these websites 3. Close the Purple Communications b/vlog accounts at DeafRead/DVTV We ask you to do …
Read MoreEnglish transcript: Just this past week, our Deaf community faced the sad reality of two of our members ending their lives through suicide. These are just two, among far too many other suicides, that have occurred over the years. As many people know, suicide is a difficult topic to discuss, particularly when since it brings up a whole range of …
Read MoreEnglish transcript: From time to time, in the Deaf community, I have noticed some Deaf adults using children to settle scores or to take revenge against people. This is very distressing and a cause for concern. It is important to take a look at the issue of using children. The concept of using children actually encompasses a wide spectrum of …
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