Seeing isn’t Always Hearing: Lip Reading, Captioning, & Why Deaf Awareness Month Matters
Each September Deaf Awareness Month is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the Deaf community. This month we reflect on the barriers that still exist and emphasize that true inclusion requires more than just awareness; it calls for intentional advocacy and actionable change. A common misconception is that lip reading alone provides sufficient access to […]
Caption Pros’ Top Picks: Books & Podcasts on Accessibility and Advocacy
Caption Pros’ Top Picks: Books & Podcasts on Accessibility and Advocacy Here are some of our favorite works created by authors with disabilities. These powerful perspectives and stories broaden the narrative around what it means to live with a disability and challenge commonly held views within our ableist society. Whether you’re looking for stories that […]
Tips For Communicating What You Need With Hearing Loss
Tips For Communicating What You Need With Hearing Loss We often find ourselves in many different spaces throughout the day, from home and work to events, stores, and other public spaces. These environments can feel overwhelming to navigate for those with hearing loss. It might feel easier to just deal with it and keep your […]
Are You Talking About Equality When You Really Mean Equity?
Are You Talking About Equality When You Really Mean Equity? Have you been using “equality” and “equity” interchangeably? While they may roll off the tongue similarly and both focus on fairness, they differ in important ways that can have a ripple effect on true and meaningful change. Our schools and workplaces are important spaces that […]
Improving Accessibility in the Hiring Process
Improving Accessibility in the Hiring Process Building an inclusive environment that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) supports your employees and drives your company’s success. Hiring and onboarding are often overlooked areas where many individuals with hearing loss or other unique abilities frequently encounter barriers before they even set foot in the workplace. That’s why […]
DEI isn’t Dead: Companies are Doubling Down
In recent months, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives have faced political scrutiny. With claims that DEI policies are unnecessary and even harmful to businesses’ success. Despite these attacks on DEI, it has been proven that stronger companies are built when all people are given a seat at the table and championed for their different abilities. […]
The Real Impact of DEI: What the Data Shows
The Real Impact of DEI: What the Data Shows Challengers of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) often claim that DEI efforts increase unnecessary business costs without meaningful change, prioritize politics over real inclusivity, and lower hiring standards. According to recent studies with real data, this couldn’t be further from the truth. DEI initiatives build successful […]
Accessibility Matters
Accessibility Matters For people with hearing loss, being unable to hear what a teacher, presenter, or coworker is saying is an everyday reality. Simple things such as placing an order at a restaurant, attending training, and even having coffee with a friend pose unique challenges. Hearing loss should not prevent any individual from being able […]
Tips To Navigate The Holiday Season With Hearing Loss
Tips To Navigate The Holiday Season With Hearing Loss The holiday season is often filled with excitement and festivities, but it can also bring added pressures and complex family dynamics. These challenges can sometimes feel even more overwhelming for those with hearing loss. It might feel easier to get through chaotic gatherings by keeping your […]
Raising Deaf Children: Strategies for Success
Raising Deaf Children: Strategies for Success The majority (more than 90%) of deaf children are born to hearing parents. It is natural for a parent to be overwhelmed and unsure where to start. Not only do you have to take on the role of a new parent, but being an advocate for the child has […]