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 […]
Six Tips for Creating an Inclusive Workspace
Six Tips for Creating an Inclusive Workspace Whether your company is large or small, prioritizing the recruitment of a diverse workforce and implementing equity and inclusion policies is essential. Inclusion should extend beyond the hiring process to ensure that all employees have the tools and support they need to thrive. By creating an inclusive environment […]
Lip Reading and the Importance of Captioning
Lip Reading and the Importance of Captioning The number one rule of communicating with individuals who have hearing loss is to avoid making assumptions. Just as no two people share identical preferences for food or music, each person has unique preferences for how they’d like to communicate. It is a common misconception that all individuals […]
Four Ways to Make Your Event Accessible
Four Ways to Make Your Event Accessible Whether your event is large or small, in-person or virtual, creating an environment where everyone feels comfortable and welcome is essential. Prioritizing accessibility ensures inclusivity and enhances the overall quality and impact of your event, making it more meaningful for all attendees. As you begin your event planning, […]
9 Tips to Prevent Hearing Loss & Preserve Your Hearing
9 Tips to Prevent Hearing Loss & Preserve Your Hearing Although hearing is one of the five human senses, it’s easy to take for granted. Hearing loss often goes undiagnosed or ignored due to more pressing health issues until it interferes with daily life. But just as you exercise and eat a heart-healthy diet to […]
Automatic Speech Recognition is Biased
Automatic Speech Recognition is Biased: Why we need human captioners in a digital world Imagine a situation in which you have difficulty understanding or communicating with the people around you. Frustrated, you turn to technology to help get your message across. And then, your technology doesn’t understand you either. You feel a full spectrum of […]
The Importance of Captioner Certification
The Importance of Captioner Certification Some people understand the importance of providing captions for those who rely on them. With one out of seven people experiencing some degree of hearing loss, captions help to provide better communication access and equal access to learning and job opportunities. Read more about the importance of captioner certification below. […]
Global Accessibility Awareness Day – Universal digital accessibility and inclusion
Global Accessibility Awareness Day What is Global Accessibility Awareness Day? Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) is held each year on the third Thursday of May, and this year will take place on May 18th. GAAD serves as a day to increase awareness about digital access and inclusion for over 1 billion people worldwide with visual, […]
