American Sign Language

CFPDP to Honour Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, KingSett Capital, Rick Mercer, Jay-Ann Gilfoy, Goldy Hyder, Norton Kothari and Raj Viswanathan at Landmark 40th Annual Great Valentine Gala

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

The official ceremony will take place on Feb. 10, 2024 during the landmark 40 th Annual Great Valentine Gala presented by Scotiabank at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto.

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  • The official ceremony will take place on Feb. 10, 2024 during the landmark 40 th Annual Great Valentine Gala presented by Scotiabank at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto.
  • “Looking back to our first Gala in February 1985, we proudly came together to help support a North American first.
  • Raj Viswanathan, Group Head and CFO for Scotiabank, is the inaugural recipient of the Honourable Vim Kochhar Award.
  • The 40th Annual Great Valentine Gala is presented by Scotiabank along with Platinum sponsors Deloitte and Element Fleet Management.

Sorenson Launches On-Demand ASL Interpreting Through Video Relay Interpreting (VRI) for Enterpreises That Use Microsoft Teams or Zoom Video Communications, Inc.

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sorenson, the leading provider of inclusive communication services for Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard-of-hearing communities around the world, today launched Sorenson Express, integrations for Microsoft Teams and Zoom Video Communications, Inc.  Sorenson Express is an on-demand American Sign Language (ASL), Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) service for businesses that use Microsoft Teams or Zoom in their enterprises. Sorenson Express for VRI seamlessly integrates interpreters as active video participants into Microsoft Teams or Zoom video meetings and can integrate an ASL interpreter into video meetings on-demand.

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  • Sorenson Express for VRI seamlessly integrates interpreters as active video participants into Microsoft Teams or Zoom video meetings and can integrate an ASL interpreter into video meetings on-demand.
  • Sorenson Express is the first B2B, ASL interpreting service to provide an integrated app experience with Teams and Zoom.
  • The costs associated with Sorenson Express for VRI are undertaken by the business, not for the employee or consumer.
  • Key benefits of using Sorenson Express include:
    Accessibility: Sorenson Express can bridge gaps whenever there's a sudden need for an interpreter that wasn't possible to schedule.

AMN Healthcare Study Tracks 45 Languages Spoken in Patient/Provider Encounters in U.S.

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

The new report is based on more than 204 million minutes – or more than 142,000 days -- of language interpretation services the company provided via AMN Healthcare Language Services for patients in hospitals, medical groups, and other clinical settings. That’s compared to 102 million minutes when AMN Healthcare compiled its inaugural report in 2021, a 100 percent increase in interpretation services provided.

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  • That’s compared to 102 million minutes when AMN Healthcare compiled its inaugural report in 2021, a 100 percent increase in interpretation services provided.
  • “Language diversity in healthcare is exploding,” said Jacobia Solomon, President of AMN Healthcare Language Services.
  • Spanish is the most commonly spoken language other than English in patient/provider encounters in 48 states, according to the report.
  • “Languages used in patient/provider healthcare encounters generally are regionalized based on migration patterns to the U.S.” Solomon said.

Chuck E. Cheese Unveils New Birthday Platform with New Entertainment Show, Strategic Marketing Partnership and Ticket Promotion

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

IRVING, Texas, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chuck E. Cheese, the No.1 global family entertainment fun Center and worldwide leader in kids' birthdays, announced an exciting array of enhancements to make every birthday celebration extra special. With a focus on inclusivity and guest experience, Chuck E. Cheese has introduced a new birthday show that's available in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language (ASL), along with an exciting new Ticket Blaster promotion. In addition, Chuck E. Cheese is excited to announce an innovative partnership with Evite, the world's leading digital invitation platform, making it easier than ever to plan and host Chuck E. Cheese birthday parties.

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  • In addition, Chuck E. Cheese is excited to announce an innovative partnership with Evite, the world's leading digital invitation platform, making it easier than ever to plan and host Chuck E. Cheese birthday parties.
  • Chuck E. Cheese is also partnering with KIDZ BOP , the #1 music brand for kids, to make the iconic "Chuck E. Cheese Birthday Song"  even more accessible to kids!
  • Chuck E. Cheese is making birthday planning even more convenient with improved capabilities and technology thanks to its digital invitation partnership with Evite.
  • For more information about Chuck E. Cheese birthdays, including details about the new birthday packages, the Ticket Blaster promotion, and new Evite birthday invites, please visit Chuck E. Cheese Birthdays .

Gallaudet University Launches $23 Million "Necessity of Now" Campaign to Honor the Legacy of Louise Miller, an Unsung Hero of Educational and Racial Justice in America, and Advance Student Scholarships, Programs and Research at the World's First Center fo

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Monday, November 27, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gallaudet University is pleased to announce the official launch of the public phase of a $23 million fundraising campaign, the "Necessity of Now" (NOW), to honor the legacy of Louise Miller, an unsung hero of educational and racial justice in America. The campaign also will support the university's Center for Black Deaf Studies, the first of its kind in the world to preserve and advance Black Deaf history and culture, including Black American Sign Language.

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  • Gallaudet University is the leading university in the world for deaf, hard of hearing and deafblind students.
  • The goal of the campaign is to raise $23 million with $13 million to be allocated for the Pathways and Gardens and $10 million to be allocated to the Center for Black Deaf Studies.
  • Necessity of Now funds also will support the Center for Black Deaf Studies at Gallaudet University.
  • In that landmark decision in 1954, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that racial segregation of children in public schools was unconstitutional.

Gallaudet University, AppTek Establish GoBoVo, a New Company, to Develop Accessible Applications For Deaf and Hearing Users

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gallaudet University and Apptek have established a new company, GoBoVo, which will develop user-centric live captioning and translation applications to offer universal access to videoconferences and other audiovisual content. This is the culmination of a multi-year partnership between Gallaudet, the world's premier institution for deaf and hard-of-hearing students, and AppTek, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), automatic speech recognition (ASR), natural language processing (NLP), and text-to-speech (TTS).

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  • The GoBoVo leadership team consists of co-founders Mike Veronis, Chief Executive Officer; Dr. Christian Vogler, Chief Technology Officer; and Dr. Patrick Boudreault, Chief Community Officer.
  • Vogler, director of the federally-funded Technology Access Program at Gallaudet University, is a leading expert in accessible technologies for deaf and hard-of-hearing people.
  • Boudreault, a research scientist at Gallaudet, is knowledgeable in user experience (UX), data management, translation, and community engagement.
  • Its language training models mirror the varied communication requirements of its user base – both deaf and hearing individuals.

Arizona Sunrays Phoenix Learning Center Aims to Foster Independence and Self-Confidence in Children Ages 3 to 5 through Movement-Based Learning

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Monday, November 20, 2023

PHOENIX, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona Sunrays Phoenix Learning Center is proud to offer a unique movement-based learning curriculum that fosters independence and self-confidence in children ages 3 to 5.

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  • Arizona Sunrays Phoenix Learning Center offers a variety of creative activities and academics in a supportive and active environment.
  • PHOENIX, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona Sunrays Phoenix Learning Center is proud to offer a unique movement-based learning curriculum that fosters independence and self-confidence in children ages 3 to 5.
  • While the academic calendar runs year-round, Arizona Sunrays Phoenix Learning Center also operates a popular summer program called Camp Sunrays.
  • For more on the Phoenix Learning Center and other programs available through Arizona Sunrays, please visit Arizonasunrays.com .

Nyle DiMarco Named 2023 Recipient of ASHA's Prestigious Annie Glenn Award

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Monday, November 6, 2023

ROCKVILLE, Md., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Advocate and ambassador for the Deaf community Nyle DiMarco will receive the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's (ASHA) most prestigious public honor, the Annie Glenn Award, at ASHA's annual Convention, which will be held in Boston November 16–18.

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  • Advocate and ambassador for the Deaf community Nyle DiMarco will receive the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's (ASHA) most prestigious public honor, the Annie Glenn Award, at ASHA's annual Convention.
  • ROCKVILLE, Md., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Advocate and ambassador for the Deaf community Nyle DiMarco will receive the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's (ASHA) most prestigious public honor, the Annie Glenn Award, at ASHA's annual Convention, which will be held in Boston November 16–18.
  • Named for Annie Glenn, ASHA's Annie Award honors those who have made a positive impact on the lives of people with communication disorders.
  • Past recipients of the Annie Glenn Award include former NFL player Steve Gleason and Michel Gleason, "Miracle on the Hudson" pilot Captain Chesley Sullenberger, and U.S. President Joe Biden.

2023 "Growing Together" Latino Farmer Conference to Be Held November 1

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

STOCKTON, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The ninth annual Growing Together Latino Farmer Conference will be held Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, in Stockton, Calif.

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  • STOCKTON, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The ninth annual Growing Together Latino Farmer Conference will be held Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, in Stockton, Calif.
  • This annual conference is unique in that it is conducted entirely in Spanish for all attendees.
  • "Hispanic farmers and ranchers are the fast-growing, farmer demographic in California and this conference annually helps Spanish-speaking farmers share, learn, and grow in their native language," said Carlos Suarez, NRCS State Conservationist.
  • The conference will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Robert Cabral Ag Center at 2101 E. Earhart Ave., Stockton, Calif., 95206.

I AM ABLE Disability Job Fair Draws More than 600 Job Seekers

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

“PRIDE Industries' first I AM ABLE Disability Job Fair was a resounding success, reinforcing the importance of equal employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities,” said Jeff Dern, President and CEO at PRIDE Industries.

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  • “PRIDE Industries' first I AM ABLE Disability Job Fair was a resounding success, reinforcing the importance of equal employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities,” said Jeff Dern, President and CEO at PRIDE Industries.
  • The I AM ABLE Job Fair is the only disability job fair in the region, and it’s unique for another reason as well: It was created by people with disabilities for people with disabilities.
  • Prior to the job fair, online training on how to maximize their job fair experience was provided.
  • Plans are already underway for next year’s I AM ABLE Disability Job Fair.