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Relay Consumer Alert: 800 Numbers No Longer Interoperableemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The NAD has learned that a major Video Relay Service (VRS) provider removed all toll-free 800 numbers from the relay service number database to comply with a recent Public Notice issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). As a result of the FCC decision, people who use videophones provided by VRS providers cannot call other people whose 800 numbers/videophones are supported by this major VRS provider. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - November 11, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Attention IP-Relay Users: 10-Digit FAQsemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Do you use an IP Relay service on your computer, laptop, or pager to make calls to hearing people? Do you want to use an IP Relay service in the future to make calls to hearing people? You must have a local 10-digit number to make non-emergency IP Relay calls after November 12, 2009.  Contact your preferred IP Relay service provider and get your local 10-digit number today. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - November 11, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

FCC YouTube Captioned ASL Videos about 10-Digit Numberingemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
You must have a local 10-digit number to make non-emergency IP Relay or Video Relay Service (VRS) calls after November 12, 2009. Captioned ASL video information about 10-digit numbers for VRS and IP Relay users are now available on YouTube via the Federal Communications Commission YouTube channel.read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - November 10, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

USADSF President Fleischer Passes Awayemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) mourns the sudden loss of Lawrence R. Fleischer, president of the USA Deaf Sports Federation (USADSF), who had a heart attack on Sunday evening, November 1 at Burbank, CA. He was on his way home after delivering the closing keynote at the American Sign Language Teachers Association (ASLTA) conference in Phoenix, AZ. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - November 5, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Marlee Matlin Champions Internet Access for the NADemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Academy Award winning actress and author Marlee Matlin, a member of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD), is taking on a new role as an NAD spokesperson for accessible broadband services and Internet media. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 28, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Youth Leadership Campemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Type:  Learn More URL:  http://www.nad.org/ylc   (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 27, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: kelly.aziz Source Type: organizations

Junior NAD Conferenceemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Type:  Learn More URL:  http://www.nad.org/events/junior-nad-national-conference   (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 27, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: kelly.aziz Source Type: organizations

Have We Lulled Ourselves Into Complacency?email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
com⋅pla⋅cen⋅cya feeling of quiet pleasure or security, often while unaware of some potential danger, defect, or the like; self-satisfaction or smug satisfaction with an existing situation, condition, etc. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 27, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: Alexis.Kashar Source Type: organizations

Allie Rice Welcomed as Youth Leadership Coordinatoremail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The National Association of the Deaf is pleased to welcome Allison Rice as its new Youth Leadership Coordinator. Her predecessor, Jennifer Yost Ortiz, recently departed the NAD with tremendous impact among deaf and hard of hearing youth. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 27, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Announces CEO Search Committee Membersemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The Board of Directors of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) is pleased to announce members of the CEO Search Committee (CSC). These persons will lead NAD efforts to identify individuals whose leadership skills are well-qualified to succeed Nancy Bloch, the current Chief Executive Officer. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 21, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Past President Hurwitz Selected as 10th Gallaudet Presidentemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The Board of Directors of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) extends enthusiastic congratulations to T. Alan Hurwitz on his selection as the tenth president of Gallaudet University.  Hurwitz is the first past president of the NAD to serve in this prestigious academic leadership role.  Currently he serves as president of the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID), one of eight colleges within the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), and vice president and dean of RIT.   read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 20, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD to Serve on FCC Panel on Broadband Accessibilityemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
On Tuesday, October 20, 2009, the NAD will participate in an all-day Federal Communications Commission (FCC) workshop to further address broadband accessibility for people with disabilities as part of the development of a National Broadband Plan. This FCC workshop will discuss accessibility and affordability barriers faced by people with disabilities, opportunities that broadband can present people with disabilities, and policy recommendations to address these barriers and maximize opportunities. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 19, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

H.R. 3101 Action Alert!email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
H.R. 3101, the “Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009,” was introduced by Representative Edward J. Markey [MA-7] on June 26, 2009. As of October 7, 2009, we have 13 co-sponsors. We need more - especially from those who have Representatives that serve on the House Subcommittee on Communications, Internet & Technology. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 15, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Urges Improved Information for Communication Servicesemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The NAD, along with other consumer groups, urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to take action to ensure sufficient access to information about communications services and products and to provide greater outreach and education to consumers, service providers, and manufacturers about accessibility issues. Reply comments in this proceeding can be filed until October 28, 2009.read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 15, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Tell FCC About Your Experience with Communication Servicesemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Think about the last time you wanted to get telephone service, Internet service, or subscription TV service from a cable, satellite, or phone company. Did you get all of the information you needed?  Was the information easy to get? Could you access the information? Was there information you did not get, but wanted or needed to get? The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) wants to know more about your experience, so you can be empowered and better protected. Comments are due by October 13, 2009.  read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 9, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Attends Dedication of Helen Keller Statueemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
On October 7, 2009, representatives of the NAD attended a special Congressional Tribute: The Dedication of the Statue of Helen Keller. This event provided opportunities to recognize the significant life and achievements of Helen Keller and opportunities to highlight the need for continued efforts to ensure equal access and equal opportunity – especially in today’s world of advancing technologies. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 9, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Calls Out Netflix on Captionsemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
On September 9, 2009, the National Association of the Deaf requested that Netflix provide a captioned version of “The Wizard of Oz” movie that Netflix made available online, for free, for everyone on October 3, 2009. Netflix disregarded the NAD request along with thousands of letters, emails, comments, and tweets urging Netflix to caption the movie. Today, the NAD expressed its dismay at the lack of any response from Netflix and its failure to make this 70th anniversary celebration of “The Wizard of Oz” accessible to 36 million deaf and hard of hearing viewers. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 5, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Urges FCC & Industry to Prepare for 10-Digit # Deadlineemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The Director of the NAD Law and Advocacy Center, Rosaline Crawford, along with other representatives from consumer organizations served on a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) workshop that discussed 10-digit local phone numbers for VRS and IP Relay users and the November 12, 2009 deadline for consumers to register for their numbers. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 5, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NLTC ’09 Registration Deadline Extended!email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Over 100 people are now registered for the 2nd Annual NAD Leadership Training Conference, to be held October 29-November 1, 2009 at the Hyatt at Capitol Square in Columbus, Ohio. Take advantage of the new deadline for conference registration and hotel reservations, now extended to October 9, 2009. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - October 1, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

National EHDI Conference Seeks Your Presentation Proposalemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
If you are a professional in an early intervention program, a teacher of deaf students, a deaf mentor, or if you interact with families with deaf and hard of hearing children in some way, you belong at the National Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Conference. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 30, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: Barbara.Raimondo Source Type: organizations

Midwest DeaFest Raises over $2K for NADemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Four state associations from Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma worked together to host the Midwest DeaFest to benefit the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) on Saturday, August 8 in Branson, Missouri. Held at the Pointe Royale Resort and Clubhouse at a central location between all four states, the Midwest DeaFest served up a delicious Southern style dinner amid a cozy environment that was enjoyed by all who attended. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 29, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

IRS YouTube Channel Features New ASL Videosemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) continues its partnership with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to bring important tax information reaches the deaf and hard of hearing community. The new IRS YouTube ASL Channel includes a growing collection of American Sign Language (ASL) videos featuring Tax Tips, Recovery and related topics including the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 29, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Observes International Week of the Deafemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
This week, the NAD observes International Week of the Deaf, which is celebrated by the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD) and its national associations and their affiliates globally during the last full week of September (Monday through Sunday), culminating with International Day of the Deaf on the last Sunday of the week. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 22, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Disability Leaders Meet with U.S. Attorney Generalemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Last week, nine representatives from the disability community met with Attorney General Eric Holder at the U.S. Department of Justice to go over our priorities for the Department under his leadership. The meeting was a follow-up to the brief meeting that the Attorney General, President Obama, and Secretary of Labor Solis had with disability community representatives at the White House on July 24. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 21, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

FCC Seeks Consumer Feedbackemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
On Friday, September 25, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will host a workshop about 10-digit numbers and access to 9-1-1 emergency services for Internet Protocol Relay (IP Relay) and Video Relay Service (VRS) users. The NAD will take part in this workshop. We need you to participate with us. Participating is easy. Here’s how. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 19, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Gallaudet’s 10th President: What Are We Looking For?email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Weiner. Rosen. Stern. Hurwitz. Wow!!!! What a magnificent group of finalists for the search of Gallaudet University’s 10th President!  All of the finalists are well suited and qualified to take on the role of the Presidency of an important cultural cornerstone of our Deaf Community. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 15, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: esposito Source Type: organizations

NAD Supports Request for VRS Rulemakingemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The NAD requested the Federal Communications Commission to begin the process of clarifying the rules about video relay service (VRS) provider activities. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 15, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Advocates for Netflix to Caption "Wizard of Oz"email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
In a press release on September 8, 2009, Netflix announced that “The Wizard of Oz” movie will be available for download, for free, for everyone on October 3, 2009.  The NAD responded by asking Netflix to provide a captioned version of this movie for viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing.  We encourage you to advocate for access. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 15, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Announces Retirement of Anita B. Farb and New Hireemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) announces the retirement of Anita B. Farb, Director of Communications and Operations, with deep appreciation for her commitment to NAD and the American deaf and hard of hearing community over the last 24 years. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 10, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Advocates for FCC Actionemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Last week, the NAD, along with other consumer groups, met with representatives of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to advocate for stable rates for video relay services (VRS) for the 2009-2010 rate period; for a summit to address continuing issues with the 10-digit numbering system for VRS and IP Relay services; and for FCC action on relay services, closed captioning, and other issues. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 10, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Comments on National Broadband Planemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
On August 20, 2009, the NAD participated in a workshop at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) called “Broadband Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities.”  Rosaline Crawford, Director of the NAD Law and Advocacy Center, urged inclusion of people with disabilities in the development of the FCC’s National Broadband Plan.   Too often, said Crawford, people with disabilities are left out and left behind. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 8, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Scam Alert – Protect Yourselfemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Have you received a message from a “deaf charity” or a “deaf lottery” that said you won money? Did the message mention the National Association of the Deaf (NAD)? Beware. The NAD does not participate in “deaf charity” or “deaf lottery” programs. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 8, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Announces NLTC ’09 Detailsemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The NAD announces program and sponsorship details for the Second Annual NAD Leadership Training Conference, to be held October 29-November 1, 2009 at the Hyatt at Capitol Square in Columbus, Ohio with the theme of Conquering Challenges: Leadership Beyond Barriers. The goal of this year’s conference is to address leadership challenges and opportunities that deaf and hard of hearing individuals face within rapidly changing nonprofit, educational, government, and corporate environments. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 3, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD YLC Alumni Surveyemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Hello all NAD YLC alumni, both staff and campers!  The NAD Board appointed a Youth Strategy Team (YST) to review the various Youth Leadership Programs as part of its conference priorities. Your survey feedback on the NAD Youth Leadership Camp (YLC), whether you went as a camper, a staff member/administrator, or never went as a camper before, is important to us!  Each survey has only 10 questions so it won’t take much of your time!  The deadline is midnight on Tuesday, September 15, 2009. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - September 1, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Statement on Passing of Senator Edward M. Kennedyemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) released the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senator Edward M. “Ted” Kennedy: “We are deeply saddened by the death of Senator Kennedy, who was unparalleled as a staunch defender of civil rights,” said Bobbie Beth Scoggins, President of the NAD. “The American deaf and hard of hearing community has lost a dear friend, who has tirelessly carried the torch of opportunity during all these years, always working diligently to advance our rights and privileges as American citizens.” read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 26, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Says Banks Must Accept Relay Callsemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) has received many complaints about banks that refuse to accept telephone calls made through relay services. When advocacy efforts do not result in appropriate policy changes, sometimes the only thing left to do is to file a lawsuit in court. In the case of banks not accepting relay calls, the NAD says, “enough is enough.” The NAD and Advocacy, Inc. filed a lawsuit on behalf of Amy Baxter against Wells Fargo. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 24, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Notice About Billion Coupons, Inc.email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The NAD provides this “Notice” as a public service. This Notice is for people who believe they are owed money by Billion Coupons, Inc., a company owned by Marvin Cooper. The company was also called “Billion Coupons Investment” and “BCI.” The Notice provides information about how to obtain claim forms; all claims must be filed by October 7, 2009. NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING INVESTED WITH,LOANED MONEY TO, OR WHO BELIEVE THEY HAVECLAIMS AGAINST OR ARE OWED MONEY BYBILLION COUPONS, INC. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 24, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Supports Hard of Hearing Juroremail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
On August 3, 2009, the NAD filed an amicus curiae “friend of the court” brief in the Supreme Court of Ohio. The brief was filed in response to a ruling by an Ohio Court of Appeals that overturned the conviction of a criminal defendant solely because one juror was hard of hearing. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 21, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Contact (coming soon)email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Type:  Learn More URL:  #   (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 18, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

FAQs (coming soon)email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
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Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 18, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Applications/Nominations (coming soon)email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
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Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 18, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Announcements (coming soon)email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
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Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 18, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Board Announces CEO Searchemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
See the Vlog. The Board of Directors of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) announces that it has begun search efforts for a successor to Chief Executive Officer Nancy J. Bloch, in preparation for her departure on March 31, 2011. Appointed in 1992 as the first female director, Bloch also serves as ex officio member of the Board. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 17, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

NAD Seeks Staff Attorney for Law and Advocacy Centeremail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) seeks a dynamic individual to join its Law and Advocacy Center, which educates, advocates, and litigates on behalf of and to empower deaf or hard of hearing individuals. Specifically, Law and Advocacy attorneys work on legislative and public policy issues of concern to the deaf and hard of hearing community, particularly at the national level and often in collaboration with other national organizations. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 17, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Grassroots in Actionemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
On July 30, 2009, deaf and hard of hearing people met with many congressional staff members in Washington, DC, to educate them about the “Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009” (H.R. 3101). During the month of August, members of Congress will be in their home states. Grab this opportunity to meet with your congressional representatives and advocate for access. read more (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 12, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: admin Source Type: organizations

Junior NAD Conferenceemail this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Type:  Learn More URL:  http://www.nad.org/events/junior-nad-national-conference   (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 4, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: james Source Type: organizations

NAD Youth Leadership Camp (YLC)email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Type:  Learn More URL:  http://www.nad.org/ylc   (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 4, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: james Source Type: organizations

NAD Leadership Training Conference (NLTC)email this articleEmail this article to a colleague. save this article to My ClippingsSave this article to My Clippings. discuss this articleDiscuss or comment on this article.
Type:  Learn More URL:  http://www.nad.org/nltc   (Source: National Association of the Deaf)
Source: National Association of the Deaf - August 4, 2009 Category: Audiology Authors: james Source Type: organizations