News Resources
- The Daily Moth Youtube ChannelThis channel delivers news in video using American Sign Language. The Deaf host, Alex Abenchuchan, covers trending stories and Deaf topics with a twist of humor and Deaf culture. www.dailymoth.com
- Deaf History rare materialsGallaudet University Library Deaf Collections and Archives has the world's largest collection on deaf people, deaf culture, deaf history, sign languages, deaf education and deaf related organizations.
- National Deaf CenterThe Center's mission is to close the substantial gaps in education and employment that exist for deaf people in the United States and its territories. We are a technical assistance and dissemination center funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA).
Professional Organizations & Associations
Communication Tips
To get a Deaf/HOH person's attention:
- Wave your hand.
- If you are close by, tap the shoulder or upper arm of the Deaf person.
- If you are not close by, ask a person nearby to tap the shoulder or upper arm of the Deaf person.
- Flash the lights in the room.
- Stomp on a wooden floor