Advocacy for the Deaf

Advocacy for the Deaf involves actively supporting and promoting the rights, needs, and preferences of Deaf individuals. It aims to ensure they have equal access to communication, education, employment, and participation in society. Advocates work to raise awareness, influence policy, and remove barriers such as limited availability of sign language interpreters or inaccessible information. The goal is to empower Deaf people to speak for themselves and be fully included, respecting their cultural identity and language, primarily American Sign Language or other sign systems. Effective advocacy fosters equality, independence, and societal acceptance.