A field guide to signed languages
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Stories, history, and culture from Auslan, ASL, BSL, LSF and beyond.
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A Beginner's Guide to Learning Sign Language: ASL, BSL, LSF, and Auslan
Ready to start your journey into the world of signed languages? This guide provides a beginner's path to learning American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language (BSL), French Sign Language (LSF), and Australian Sign Language (Auslan), with resources and tips to get you started.
Jun 8, 2026
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Feeling the Conversation: An Introduction to Haptic Communication and Protactile
Explore the world of haptic communication and Protactile, the touch-based language developed by the DeafBlind community to convey emotion, environment, and conversation.
Jun 22, 2026
A Guide to Deaf, deaf, and Hard of Hearing Terminology
Understand the key terms and concepts used within the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. This guide explains the meaning of Deaf, deaf, Hard of Hearing (HoH), sign language, and more for respectful and accurate communication.
Jun 22, 2026
From Suppression to Celebration: The History of Sign Language
Explore the rich and often turbulent history of sign languages. From their ancient roots and the founding of the first Deaf schools to the dark days of oralism and the modern celebration of Deaf culture, discover the story of these vital human languages.
Jun 22, 2026
More Than a Roar: The Deaf Community and the World Cup
The FIFA World Cup is a global spectacle of sight and sound. But for Deaf fans, the experience is different. This post explores the challenges and triumphs of Deaf football fans and the rich visual language of the beautiful game.
Jun 22, 2026
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4 stories
How Sign Language Poetry is Redefining Art and Expression
Poetry has always been a powerful medium for self-expression, but in the Deaf community, it takes on a whole new dimension. Sign language poetry is a vibrant and dynamic art form that uses the visual and spatial elements of sign language to create stunning works of art. Unlike sp
Jan 31, 2025
More Than a Roar: The Deaf Community and the World Cup
The FIFA World Cup is a global spectacle of sight and sound. But for Deaf fans, the experience is different. This post explores the challenges and triumphs of Deaf football fans and the rich visual language of the beautiful game.
Jun 22, 2026
Sign Language in the Animal Kingdom: Can Animals Learn Sign Language?
Humans aren’t the only ones who use sign language—some animals have also been taught to communicate using gestures and signs. From gorillas to dolphins, these remarkable animals have demonstrated an ability to learn and use sign language to express their thoughts and needs. In th
Jan 31, 2025
The Deaflympics: Where Deaf Athletes Shine on the World Stage
Explore the rich history, thrilling events, and vibrant cultural significance of the Deaflympics, the oldest disability-specific multi-sport competition in the world. Discover how International Sign Language unites athletes and where the Games are headed next.
Jun 22, 2026
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4 storiesMore Than a Roar: The Deaf Community and the World Cup
The FIFA World Cup is a global spectacle of sight and sound. But for Deaf fans, the experience is different. This post explores the challenges and triumphs of Deaf football fans and the rich visual language of the beautiful game.
Jun 22, 2026
A Guide to Fire Safety for the Deaf Community
Traditional smoke alarms are not effective for everyone. Explore the life-saving technology of visual and vibrating fire alarms designed for the Deaf and hard of hearing community.
Jun 7, 2026
Deaf Rights in the Dock: Landmark Court Cases That Shaped a Community
Explore the landmark court cases that have shaped the rights and recognition of the Deaf community, from education to accessibility.
Jun 7, 2026
The Spontaneous Speech of Hands: A Look into Village Sign Languages
Discover village sign languages, unique languages born in small communities with high rates of deafness. Explore the history of Martha's Vineyard Sign Language and the linguistic insights from Al-Sayyid Bedouin Sign Language.
Jun 8, 2026