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The Fascinating World of Indigenous Sign Languages: Preserving Ancient Traditions

signlanguage.blog29 January 202529 January 2025

When we think of sign languages, many of us picture widely used systems like American Sign Language (ASL) or British Sign Language (BSL). However, sign languages have existed for centuries...

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How to Be an Ally to the Deaf Community: 7 Simple Steps

signlanguage.blog29 January 202529 January 2025

Being an ally to the Deaf community means more than just acknowledging their existence—it means taking active steps to support their rights, needs, and culture. Whether you’re a friend, family...

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Breaking Barriers: Deaf and Hard of Hearing Leaders in Government Around the World

signlanguage.blog29 January 202529 January 2025

There have been a few notable Deaf or Hard of Hearing (HoH) individuals who have served in high-level government positions, including members of Congress and parliamentarians around the world. While...

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How the Federal Freeze Could Impact the Deaf/HoH Community

signlanguage.blog29 January 202529 January 2025

NOTE: This is written as breaking news on 29 January 2024 - Please check updated news or press releases for any updates, as of this date, everything is still up...

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The Growing Role of AI in Sign Language Translation

signlanguage.blog29 January 202529 January 2025

Technology has always played a crucial role in breaking down barriers for the Deaf community, from video relay services to captioning tools. But in recent years, one innovation has emerged...

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The Power of Deaf Events: Celebrating Community, Culture, and Connection

signlanguage.blog28 January 202528 January 2025

Deaf events are more than just gatherings—they are vibrant celebrations of culture, language, and community. From local meetups to international festivals, these events provide a space for Deaf individuals to...

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Where Words Take Flight: The Enchanting World of Sign Language Poetry

signlanguage.blog29 April 202429 April 2024

Poetry, that art of weaving words into tapestries of emotion and meaning, isn't confined to the written or spoken word. In the vibrant world of sign languages, a different kind...

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Why Hearing Your Sign Language Teacher Doesn’t Quite Sign Up: The Case for Deaf Instructors

signlanguage.blog15 February 202415 February 2024

Language is much more than just words - it's a cultural tapestry woven through expression, nuance, and shared understanding. This is especially true for sign languages, vibrant communities with unique...

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Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR meaning)

signlanguage.blog15 February 202415 February 2024

Have you ever wondered if your signing skills would translate across borders? Or maybe you're curious about how Sign Languages fit into the larger language learning landscape? Look no further...

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The World of Greek Sign Language

signlanguage.blog30 January 202430 January 2024

Nestled within the sun-kissed shores and ancient ruins of Greece lies a unique and dynamic language, often unseen yet brimming with life. This is the realm of Greek Sign Language...