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"According to The Academy’s new Best Picture rules—which go into full effect in 2024—films must meet at least two of four new standards that stipulate roles both onscreen and behind the scenes be filled by people from underrepresented groups, including race, women, LGBTQ and people with cognitive or physical disabilities, including the deaf and hard of hearing.
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Hopefully, this brings a wave of change to the entertainment industry!!
https://www.forbes.com/sites/zoechristenjones/2020/09/08/the-academy-sets-new-inclusion-standards-for-oscar-eligibility/
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06/29/2020
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We need more Certified Deaf Interpreters all around the US!
If you are deaf and interested in the study and practice on interpreting, please consider contacting a CDI with the knowledge and experience to guide you on the path of education needed to get into the field.
01/24/2019
These Apple videos are a great example of accessible materials presented in sign language.
Coding Concepts in American Sign Language - Apple Developer Watch videos of Will and Tim, software engineers at Lyft, as they explain coding concepts in American Sign Language and give advice on app development from a Deaf perspective.
This app seems like an interesting new approach. I’m imagining it has both pros & cons.
Has anyone tried this app?
10/21/2018
Today is the day!! Come out and support the . Our dynamic duo (Dean & Derrick) will be interpreting at the main stage.
12/16/2017
This is going to be a very special moment for the Atlanta deaf/interpreting community! 🤟🏼
"Carly Ortega, a 12-year-old Georgia native, will sign the national anthem. Carly attends the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf (AASD) and will be signing in honor of her mother, a passionate college football fan, who recently passed away after a long battle with cancer."
Zac Brown Band to play National Anthem at college football national championship Georgia's own the Zac Brown Band will take the stage at the College Football National Championship Game on Monday, January 8, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
10/22/2017
Hey Atlanta, want to get out and enjoy this beautiful weather while supporting a great cause? Come out and support !
Thank you to our friends at Medley Interpreters, LLC who help us make accessible to everyone!
Looking forward to the day when we have deaf members in the U.S. Government.
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