Hawaii Faces Critical Shortage of Certified ASL Interpreters
Honolulu, HI – Hawaii is grappling with a severe shortage of certified American Sign Language...
Read MorePosted by Deaf Vee Journal Team | Jun 1, 2024 | Community, Interpreting |
Honolulu, HI – Hawaii is grappling with a severe shortage of certified American Sign Language...
Read MorePosted by Deaf Vee Journal Team | Jun 1, 2024 | Education |
Gallaudet University has been labeled the most dangerous U.S. campus, with 1,110 incidents per 1,000 students. Safety issues include high crime rates, systemic racism, and police misconduct. Critics accuse the administration of performative allyship. Recent student suicides highlight gaps in mental health support, underscoring the need for comprehensive safety reforms.
Read MorePosted by Deaf Vee Journal Team | May 31, 2024 | Community |
The NYPD launched an ASL Initiative to train officers in sign language, aiming to bridge the communication gap with deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, enhancing safety and inclusivity
Read MorePosted by Deaf Vee Journal Team | May 30, 2024 | Interpreting |
The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) has faced significant challenges in its certification processes, particularly with criticisms of cultural bias and systemic racism. In response, RID revised its Ethical Practices System (EPS) to improve accountability and integrity.
Read MorePosted by Deaf Vee Journal Team | May 29, 2024 | Health |
Over the past decade, there has been a remarkable 72% increase in Deaf students enrolling in...
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