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Greetings - I am back. I know I have been away for a while. My priorities have changed, so there’s a reason why I’ve been away. But there’s some good news. I’m still committed to continuing my vlogs, but only when time permits. I do miss it.
So now I have a question for you as a continuation of my “What would you do?” series. In a recent workshop, there were about 25 to 30 people who attended, including both Deaf and hearing participants. Toward the end of the day, the Deaf participants ended up being scolded for having some side conversations/discussions, even though the conversations were relevant to the day’s presentation.
Wait a minute…there’s some other relevant points to consider. Watch the vlog and think about it…. What would you do?
October 27th, 2008
On Saturday, September 27th, there will be a festival in Milwaukee, “Inspired: The Art of ASL”. I felt honored when they asked me to come and give a presentation on ASL. If you live in the area of Milwaukee, plan on going there and I look forward to meet you! For more information, click here, go to: http://www.dhha-wi.org and click on ASL Festival.
In his presentation, Joey Baer, one of the leading ASL vloggers, will discuss how ASL has inspired millions of people and their families. However, ASL still does not have full equality and respect afforded to other languages. It is widely known that early exposure to ASL increases Deaf AND hearing children’s cognitive, reading, and speaking skills. Joey will point out that it is time to standardize ASL in the Deaf Education system and beyond. Joey will also address ways we can attain full acceptance of and respect for our precious language, ASL, which has inspired our lives.
September 17th, 2008
Yes, it is finally here!!! Some of you probably remember my vlog I made/posted on December 2006 called “The Bay Area Premiere of ‘Audism Unveiled’. If you missed it, you can see it below.
Audism Unveiled:Â (From Dawn Sign Press website)
Audism Unveiled exposes and explains another form of oppression prevalent in the Deaf community. Going beyond definitions, this powerful documentary uses real life experiences from Deaf people of varied social, racial, and educational boundaries –showing how this form of oppression does lasting and harmful damage.
Audism Unveiled will help educate and spread the knowledge that the oppressed are not alone, and share a common bond with many others who have experienced it. It is also beneficial to educate yourself, by seeing the many faces of audism, and the deep emotional scars resulting from this discrimination.”
To purchase the DVD, click here to go to Dawn Sign Press website.
Original post from December, 2006:The Bay Area Premiere of ‘Audism Unveiled’, click on the picture.
September 2nd, 2008
In this vlog, Joey discusses his experience that if you are being yourself as a Deaf person in hearing world, you will get more respect. Do you have similar experience? Share your thoughts.
August 22nd, 2008
After playing basketball for a long time, I have noticed something while playing. I wonder whether Deaf basketball players call for fouls more frequently than Hearing basketball players do? Secondly, is it the nature of Deaf people’s lives to relay on visual and feel that calls for more fouls? Watch and share your thoughts! (2:30)
August 3rd, 2008
In this vlog, Joey describes a new film, “Nothing Can Stop You” about a deaf guy who has exhibited incredible amount of passion in the cycling world. During the vlog, he talks about his involvement with the Momentum Cycling Team and Hawk Relay. Robin talks about breaking down barriers and wants to provide the same type of opportunities to deaf kids in this movie presented through Deaf Eyes. In the end, Hawk Relay, Momentum Cycling Team and Robin have teamed up to establish Riding for Deaf Schools fundraiser to raise funds for Deaf Schools. Enjoy!
Note: “Nothing Can Stop You” video is subtitled.
Click on Riding for Deaf Schools to see their website.
Nothing Can Stop You from Riding for Deaf Schools on Vimeo
July 28th, 2008
As promised, here is another vlog to follow up on my “Leaving DeafRead” vlog from yesterday which includes some further thoughts. I remain firm in my stance that DeafRead needs to step up and change as well as raise their own expectations and standards in order to protect our beloved Deaf community. I usually keep my vlogs to under three of four minutes, but this vlog is about 6 1/2 minutes long. I felt it necessary to make this one a little longer to be able to express my thoughts thoroughly. Thank you.
I also would like to refer my viewers to an excellent vlog by Tommy I watched last night about how we can restore proper ethics to the blogosphere by showing each other respect. He also explains why certain critics and hecklers need to stop using loaded terms and stop taking “cheap shots.” Check it out as well! CLICK HERE to watch it.
July 16th, 2008
After reading Patti Durr’s blog this morning, I made up my mind and will join Patti in leaving DeafRead. It was not easy decision but I simply can’t support DeafRead’s mission and vision anymore after watching them approving bashing and destructive v/blogs. That is NOT how the Deaf community works.
Reference: Patti Durr’s blog “Im outta here - adios and be well” here.
July 15th, 2008
This is a similar vlog I did last January when New York Giants won Super Bowl title but this focuses on Boston Celtics who won NBA title recently. Enjoy!
Photo credits: www.msnbc.com, www.espn.com, www.cbssportsline.com
June 19th, 2008
It is a good time to remind ourselves why Deaf people are here on Earth in the first place. The 13-minute video memorializes Deaf people who have suffered yet carried on our Sign Languages and Deafhood. Additionally, this video will inspire us to continue fighting for our Deaf children’s human rights. The video is subtitled and was performed at the World Federation of the Deaf conference in 1999.
Credit: Educational Television and Australian Association of the Deaf (1999)
June 4th, 2008
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