NAD News

DeafBlind Triathlete Sues Ironman
NAD News Lake Placid, New York – Kathleen Borrone, a DeafBlind trialthlete, filed suit today against World Triathlon Corporation and USA Triathlon who own and operate iconic triathlons around the world including the Ironman Lake Placid. In 2015 and 2016, Borrone successfully completed the Ironman Lake Placid, which consists of a grueling 2.4 mile open water swim, followed by...
Mon, Dec 19 2016

Historic Captioning Agreement with Airlines
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Thanks to the NAD and other Advocates: Airlines will provide captioned in-flight entertainment to passengers, increasing accessibility in the air for deaf and hard of hearing passengers. read more
Mon, Dec 12 2016

President Updates -- November 2016
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. NAD President Melissa gives an update about the five priorities, working with other organizations, and how to work with the local law enforcement, fire departments, EMTs, and other safety personnel. Also included in this video update is the announcement of where #NAD2020 will be held!  Vi...
Wed, Nov 30 2016

A Unique Internship Opportunity!
NAD News A first-hand experience with government advocacy and legal activism at one of the most innovative law and advocacy centers in the country awaits for your internship interest! Join the National Association of the Deaf Law and Advocacy Center as an intern this summer -- made possible with the Nancy J. Bloch Leadership & Advocacy Scholarship stipend awards. Interested ...
Mon, Nov 14 2016

Deaf Citizen Sues Oklahoma Legislature
NAD News Oklahoma City, OK – Johnny Reininger, Jr., a deaf Oklahoman filed suit today against the State of Oklahoma and the Oklahoma Senate and House of Representatives for the failure of the Oklahoma legislature to caption hearings and other proceedings streamed online. read more
Mon, Oct 31 2016

Fall Board Meeting Recap
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. In her monthly video update, NAD President Melissa Draganac-Hawk discusses about the Board's first meeting in D.C. and Maryland, the five priorities, three new appointed board members, and where and when the next board meeting will take place. Enjoy the photos of the Fall Board meeting he...
Fri, Oct 28 2016

Emergency Management Creates New Position Statement
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. The NAD Emergency Management expert group developed a position statement on emergency management. The goal of the statement was to give our state chapters and associations as well as other member organizations key information they can use in advocating for greater access for the challenge...
Wed, Oct 26 2016

Deaf Movie Fan Sues Pittsburgh Movie Theater
NAD News Pittsburgh, PA – Kenneth DeHaan, a deaf movie fan from Pittsburgh, filed suit today against Cleveland Cinemas, LLC and Soffer Organization for refusing to provide captioning for deaf individuals at the SouthSide Works cinema in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. DeHaan made multiple requests that the Southside Works theater, the theater closest to his home, come into complia...
Fri, Oct 21 2016

Three New Board Members
NAD News The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is excited to announce the completion of its Board of Directors for 2016-2018 with the appointment of three new members. Joining the Board Members from #NAD2016, we are delighted to welcome Lisa Furr as the new Region IV Board Member, and Alicia Lane-Outlaw and Meena Mann as Appointed Board Members. read more
Thu, Oct 20 2016

Ask Howard Anything / October 2016
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. NAD CEO Howard A. Rosenblum wants you to vote for a specific question for the upcoming Presidential Debate happening on Sunday, October 9th. This debate will be a town hall format. The Commission on Presidential Debates has mandated that moderators ask questions with input from the Interne...
Wed, Oct 05 2016

Looking for Committee Members!
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. The NAD wants you to join one of the NAD's committees!   NAD Standing Committee -- Governance: provide expertise and recommendations in NAD governance, including SAAC, bylaws, policy and Council of Representatives-- Outreach: provide expertise and recommendations in outreach...
Tue, Sep 27 2016

Deaf History That -- "Laura Bridgman"
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Learn about the beginning of the DeafBlind education in America, thanks to Laura Bridgman. #IWD2016 #deafhistoryTHAT #ASLstories  If you're reading this from your mobile, view the video here.
Wed, Sep 21 2016

Summer 2016 Interns
NAD News Lily Esquer-Horta read more
Thu, Sep 15 2016

The NAD and Hulu Reach Agreement
NAD News Hulu will provide the captioning option to all subscribers, improving the entertainment experience for deaf and hard of hearing people. read more
Tue, Sep 06 2016

How Accessible Are Those State & Local Websites?
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. NAD Staff Attorney Debra Patkin explains about the Department of Justice seeking input regarding state and local websites, are they accessible? If you're reading this from your mobile, watch the video here.
Fri, Aug 26 2016

NAD Responds to Police Shooting in NC
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. NAD President responds to the police shooting in North Carolina. If you're reading this from your mobile, view her response here.
Tue, Aug 23 2016

Emergency Assistance Resources for Survivors of Disaster...
NAD News The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is concerned with ensuring that deaf and hard of hearing individuals living in areas that have been tremendously impacted by recent natural disasters receive information, resources, and access to services to help them recover from the disaster. In late June 2016, West Virginia was hit by storms that created unprecedented floo...
Fri, Aug 19 2016

Introducing 2016-2018 NAD Youth Ambassadors
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. PHOENIX, ARIZONA – On Friday, July 8, 2016 – Tanea Brown and Jeffrey Spinale, Jr. were named as the National Association of the Deaf Youth Ambassadors for 2016-2018!  The Youth Ambassador Program (YAP) Competition took place in Phoenix, Arizona during #NAD2016, July 5-9, 2016 with San...
Fri, Aug 19 2016

Deaf Movie Fans Sue Celebration! Cinemas For Discrimination
NAD News Grand Rapids, MI – Graham Forsey, a deaf individual residing in St. Joseph, and the NAD filed suit on August 15, 2016, against Loeks Theater, Inc. for discriminating against deaf movie goers by failing to provide captioning on the movies it shows. Forsey and the NAD charge that Loeks Theater, Inc., which owns and operates Celebration! Cinemas, refuses to display c...
Mon, Aug 15 2016

UMD Agrees to Continue Efforts to Improve Experience for...
NAD News COLLEGE PARK, Md. – In partnership with the National Association of the Deaf (NAD), the University of Maryland and the NAD announce today several measures that are designed to better accommodate Terps fans who are deaf or hard of hearing. The changes are part of a lawsuit settlement and improvements have been rolling out since 2013. They now include an agreement to ...
Thu, Jul 28 2016

Dr. Yerker Andersson: International Leader and Activist
NAD News The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) salutes the life of Dr. Yerker Andersson, a leader known and beloved throughout the world for his tireless advocacy on behalf of the entire deaf community. The NAD appreciates his dedication and service, including as a member of the NAD Board of Directors (2004-2008) and as long-time Chair of the NAD Committee on Internationa...
Wed, Jul 20 2016

Deaf Woman Sues North Dakota Courts and Police for...
NAD News Jamestown, North Dakota – Christine Stein was wrongfully arrested and jailed after calling 9-1-1 to seek help from law enforcement, because she is deaf. read more
Tue, Jun 14 2016

Good Luck Nyle!
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Who's tuning in Monday (May 23, 2016) to watch Nyle Dimarco's final Dancing With the Stars performance? The NAD staff had fun doing our own version of dancing with the stars -- although, evidently, we're not as good as him…. Nyle, we're rooting for you!  If you're reading this from your...
Sun, May 22 2016

NAD Applauds DGM Efforts
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. NAD CEO Howard A. Rosenblum applauds Deaf Grassroots Movement for their successful efforts on May 4, 2016. If you're reading this from your mobile, view the video here.
Tue, May 17 2016

Meet #NAD2016 Partners
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Find out who the three partners are for #NAD2016! Register at phoenix.nad.org by May 31, 2016! If you're reading this from your mobile, watch the video here.
Thu, May 12 2016

PARS Priority Update
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Zainab Alkebsi, NAD Policy Counsel, gives an update regarding one of the 2014-2016 Priorities, Preservation and Advocacy of Relay Services (PARS). If you're reading this from your mobile, view the video here.
Wed, May 11 2016

Educational Strategy Team Legislative Committee Report
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Kim Bianco Majeri, NAD State Legislative Affairs Coordinator, gives a report on behalf of the NAD Education Strategy Team (NAD-EST) Legislative Committee. If you're reading this from your mobile, view the video here.
Wed, Apr 27 2016

#NAD2016 Kids Camp
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Are you going to #NAD2016 in Phoenix?  Bring your kids!  Register your kids for Kids Camp at phoenix.nad.org by May 31, 2016. If you're reading this from your mobile, view the video here.
Tue, Apr 26 2016

Nyle DiMarco and Language for Your Child
NAD News Winning “America’s Next Top Model” shot Nyle DiMarco to stardom, and this Deaf role model continues to win hearts across America with his moves on “Dancing with the Stars.” Many excellent articles have been written on his ascent, including a recent article by the
Sun, Apr 03 2016

Ask Howard Anything / March 2016
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Howard A. Rosenblum, NAD CEO, shares some outreach activities he has done within the past year and encourages people to build relationships. The AHA Series is also available at www.nad.org/AHA. If you're reading this from your mobile, view the video here.
Fri, Mar 25 2016

Amendments Recommended for the Early Hearing Detection and...
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Video: Donna Valverde, a member of the NAD Education Strategy Team (EST) shares an update regarding the NAD’s proposed amendments. read more
Mon, Mar 14 2016

American Heart Association And National Association Of The...
NAD News DALLAS – February 26, 2016 – Cardiovascular diseases do not discriminate, and currently account for more than 17 million deaths worldwide each year. read more
Fri, Feb 26 2016

9-1-1 Providers Sued For Denying Access To Deaf Citizens
NAD News Text-to-9-1-1 capability required by law and readily available to rectify the life-threatening barrier. read more
Thu, Feb 11 2016

NAD, NFL, PepsiCo and CBS Announce Marlee Matlin to Perform...
NAD News Academy Award Winner Marlee Matlin to perform National Anthem during pregame festivities at Levi’s Stadium for Super Bowl 50 SANTA CLARA, February 2, 2016 – The National Association of the Deaf (NAD), the National Football League, PepsiCo, and CBS are honored to announce that Academy Award winner Marlee Matlin will convey the beauty of American Sign Language (A...
Tue, Feb 02 2016

YLC Seeks New Administrative Team
NAD News Are you fun, creative, and interested in working with the Youth of tomorrow? The National Association of the Deaf (NAD), is seeking a Camp Director, Assistant Director, Special Projects Coordinator, and Business Manager for the 2016 Youth Leadership Camp (YLC) session. That’s right, we’re looking for four people to lead the administration team for our YLC sessio...
Tue, Feb 02 2016

NAD and Gogo LLC Agree to Make Closed Captions Available on...
NAD News Deaf and hard of hearing airline passengers will soon have closed captioned, on-demand in-flight entertainment videos.  The National Association of the Deaf (NAD), a non-profit civil rights organization of, by, and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, and Gogo LLC, the global leader in providing broadband connectivity solutions and wireless entertainment to the ...
Tue, Jan 26 2016

President Report About NAD-RID Partnership
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Chris Wagner, NAD President, gives a report regarding the NAD-RID Partnership. If you're reading this from your mobile, view the video here.
Thu, Jan 21 2016

#NAD2016 Call for Workshops
NAD News   Got an idea to share with the community?  Any ground breaking research? What tools do you have that others should learn about? Submit your workshop proposal by January 10, 2016! read more
Mon, Nov 16 2015

What is Your VRI Story?
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. Have you used Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) in a medical setting?  A VRI Taskforce has been established to collect your stories in order to help develop guidelines.  So, what's your story? If you're reading this from your mobile, watch the video here.
Mon, Nov 09 2015

NAD Is Committed to Schools and Programs for Deaf &...
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. NAD CEO Howard A. Rosenblum emphasizes the NAD's commitment to the future of schools and programs for deaf and hard of hearing youth. If you are reading this from you mobile, view the video here.
Thu, Oct 29 2015

Amazon.com, Inc. Agree to Expand Closed Captions on Amazon...
NAD News The National Association of the Deaf (NAD), a non-profit civil rights organization of, by, and for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, and Amazon.com, a leading online streaming entertainment provider, have reached an agreement that will extend Amazon’s ongoing captioning even deeper into its back catalog of TV shows and movies streamed through its on-demand enter...
Wed, Oct 14 2015

TIP: Communication Access in Legal Settings
NAD News In part of the International Week of the Deaf celebration this week, we will be releasing daily self advocacy tips!  credit: interpretereducation.org read more
Fri, Sep 25 2015

TIP: Text to 911
NAD News In part of the International Week of the Deaf celebration this week, we will be releasing daily self advocacy tips!  credit: moducom.com read more
Thu, Sep 24 2015

TIP: Video Relay
NAD News In part of the International Week of the Deaf celebration this week, we will be releasing daily self advocacy tips!  Are different types of businesses refusing to accept your relay calls?  credit: appadvice.com read more
Wed, Sep 23 2015

TIP: Communication Access in Medical Settings
NAD News In part of the International Week of the Deaf celebration this week, we will be releasing daily self advocacy tips!  credit: redeafined.com read more
Tue, Sep 22 2015

TIP: Captioning
NAD News In part of the International Week of the Deaf celebration this week, we will be releasing daily self advocacy tips!  Movie Theater Captioning... credit: classiccinemas.com  read more
Mon, Sep 21 2015

NAD Responds to March for Employment
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. NAD President Chris Wagner shares the NAD's response regarding the Deaf Protest event that will happen September 5-6, 2015 in Washington, DC. If you're reading this from your mobile, view the video here.
Mon, Sep 21 2015

NAD Responds to RID Moratorium
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. NAD President Chris Wagner shares the NAD's response regarding the RID moratorium.  If you are reading this from your mobile, watch the video here.   You can also watch an interview between Street Leverage and Chris Wagner here.
Mon, Sep 21 2015

TIP: Captioning
NAD News In part of the International Week of the Deaf celebration this week, we will be releasing daily self advocacy tips!  Movie Theater Captioning... credit: classiccinemas.com  read more
Mon, Sep 21 2015

NAD Responds to March for Employment
NAD News Sorry, you need to install flash to see this content. NAD President Chris Wagner shares the NAD's response regarding the Deaf Protest event that will happen September 5-6, 2015 in Washington, DC. If you're reading this from your mobile, view the video here.
Mon, Aug 31 2015