Interview: Joel Kinnaman on Learning ASL for The Silent Hour

omingSoon Editor-in-Chief Tyler Treese spoke with The Silent Hour star Joel Kinnaman about his latest action movie. Anderson discussed working with co-star Sandra Mae Frank and director Brad Anderson, as well as learning American Sign Language for the role. It is out now in theaters and on digital.

Read more and watch the interview here.

You can watch an interview with Sandra Frank here.

US Department of State Daily Press Briefing

The US Department of State Daily Press Briefing on YouTube will now display an ASL interpreter within a picture-in-picture (PIP) window along with the captions they've been offering.

You can view the daily press briefings here.

Hamilton Relay: Community Leader Award

Hamilton Relay recognizes an individual in each Hamilton Relay contracted state who is Deaf, DeafBlind, hard of hearing, late-deafened or who has difficulty speaking and demonstrates strong leadership and volunteerism within the community. Additionally, an individual or organization that demonstrates leadership and volunteerism in the Deaf, DeafBlind, hard of hearing or speech difference community may be nominated for this award.

If you'd like to nominate someone in your community for this award, complete the form at Hamilton Relay's website.

FCC Seeks Comment on ASL and Multilingual Wireless Emergency Alert Templates

In 2023, the FCC adopted rules to require participating wireless providers to make available certain Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) in the thirteen most commonly spoken languages in the United States including American Sign Language (ASL).

As of February 15, 2024, they are seeking comment on the effectiveness of the ASL videos.

Go to FCC's web page for additional information, to view the demo videos, and to find out how you can make your comment.

Health Screening Survey

Gallaudet University's Center for Deaf Health Equity is currently seeking deaf, deaf-blind, and hard of hearing people between the ages of 45 and 75 to take their health screening survey. This survey will take up to 50 minutes of your time and you may be compensated $10, and if you're eligible, you may get an additional $25.

See the flyer for more information.

Free Cave Tour Opportunity

Cave Signs: Assessing Mammoth Cave National Park's Access for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

You are invited to participate in a study on the accessibility of Mammoth Cave National Park for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. This study aims to understand the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community’s perceptions of Mammoth Cave National Park’s interpretation accommodations.

Information on how to participate in the study and how to receive a free cave tour are found in this flyer.

SKY LACES: Guide By Your Side™

The Aetna Better Health of Kentucky™ Supporting Kentucky Youth (SKY) program offers a helpful Value-Added Benefit (VAB) to Aetna SKY members who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (DHH).

Caring for a child with hearing loss can be a joy and a challenge. You may need extra support so you can make the best choices for your child. You may have questions about how to get help or services. Aetna SKY works with Kentucky Hands & Voices™ to give this kind of support.

Read the info sheet about this program here....

Watch the ASL signed/captioned DHH Guide Recruitment video.

National Deaf History Month Dates

Based on the feedback from the NAD Deaf Culture and History Section (DCHS) and various stakeholders, including from organizations that represent marginalized communities within the Deaf Community, the NAD Board has chosen April 1-30 as the National Deaf History Month (NDHM). This decision is partly based on a mandate from our delegates that the NAD engage in efforts to dismantle racism within our community, and this requires ensuring that our historical lens must include the experiences of BIPOC Deaf People. The efforts of NDHM must celebrate and recognize all Deaf People in the U.S., especially BIPOC Deaf People.

Watch the ASL signed/captioned video about this now.

Residences at Courtyard Crossing

WELCOME HOME! NOW PRE-LEASING! Offering 47 apartments home serving those deaf and hearing impaired, 55 and better in Independence, Kentucky.

Learn more about this here...

ASL Voter Assistance Hotline Available

From NAD:

We’re excited to release our new ASL Voter Assistance Hotline! The idea was originally developed by Jehanne McCullough and the goal behind the hotline is to provide resources on the voting process. Volunteers will be standing by to answer any questions you have about voting. We encourage you to vote in the upcoming election, you can use our hotline to get more information if needed! If you care about your rights and want to support/be against certain issues, make an impact by voting for candidates who will support your positions/issues.

Bottom line: register and vote!

Online American Sign Language Class

Do you have a child who is deaf or hard of hearing age 36 months or younger? You are eligible to get a free online class to learn American Sign Language!

Get the details here...

TDD Users Contacting the Governor's Office

For TDD users who wish to contact the Governor's Office, please use the following number:

502-564-9551.