The global Deaf community already has September 23 to mark International Day of Sign Languages. Now, a new proposal on the table could give Europe
Long before the Paralympics existed, Deaf athletes had already built their own elite international competition. The Deaflympics, first held in Paris in 1924, is the
Global advocacy for Deaf people doesn’t just happen at big public conferences. A lot of it happens in board rooms, where leadership teams set direction,
International Sign plays a role far beyond festivals and conferences. It’s also a tool for holding major institutions accountable, and earlier this year, it did
Every two years, Reims, France becomes home to one of the largest Deaf arts gatherings in the world: the Clin d’Œil International Deaf Arts Festival.
2026 is a milestone year for the global Deaf community. The World Federation of the Deaf (WFD), founded in Rome in 1951, is celebrating its
Mark your calendars: September 23 is International Day of Sign Languages (IDSL), a global observance dedicated to raising awareness of sign languages, celebrating Deaf culture,
Traveling opens doors to new cultures and experiences, and Deaf travelers are increasingly using Sign Language and International Sign to connect with people worldwide. Inclusive
Deaf environmental activists are using Sign Language and International Sign to lead global conversations about sustainability and climate change. Their efforts ensure that the Deaf
Access to healthcare is a fundamental right, yet Deaf individuals often face significant communication barriers when seeking medical care. Improving accessibility through Sign Language interpretation
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