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Millions around the country use ASL to communicate, here’s how you can learn
Learning American Sign Language (ASL) is not only a way to break through communication barriers, but it is also respected and seen as a skill worth having. Sign language is not universal, and each country has its own version of the language. There are currently more than 300 sign languages in use around the world. […]
Deaf Missions to Release First Ever ASL Film on Jesus’ Life
Deaf MissionAn organization dedicated to serving the deaf and hard of hearing will premiere the first feature film performed entirely in American Sign Language (ASL). The film, due for release June 20, is directed by Joseph D. Josselyn and stars Gideon Fahl, both of whom are deaf. “I grew up in a Christian household and […]
NYPD recruits taught basic ASL as part of training to better communicate with deaf people during emergencies
The current 600 New York Police Department recruits learned basic American Sign Language as part of their training, allowing them to better communicate with the hearing impaired in emergencies. Jessica Wohlstetter, who teaches ASL at the College of Staten Island, Hudson County Community College and Montclair State University, led the training of the newest officers, […]