The More You Know: Intersectional Identities Matter
When I am with other Deaf people, it’s a thrill to be among them because of the ease of language and the ability to communicate freely.
The More You Know: Deaf Identities are Intersectional
When discussing my identity, my deaf identity has always been at the forefront, leading the whole discussion as the main topic of my identity.
The More You Know: Deafness is a Spectrum
Deaf encompasses a wide spectrum. There is not one way to be deaf or DeafBlind.
#DeafSuccess: #AutismAcceptanceMonth
I think part of being autistic and being deaf is that there’s a recognition that you can still do great things without having to change yourself.
#DeafSuccess: Mona Thalheimer, signbite #3
I go to trade shows. People will say, “Oh, I’m sorry. Oh, it’s nothing. But you speak so well. I love you.” They said, “You’re very talented, smart business woman.” I said, “No, not that.” But, I work hard. I’m fighter. Don’t give up.
#DeafSuccess: Mona Thalheimer, signbite #2
I go to trade shows. People will say, “Oh, I’m sorry. Oh, it’s nothing. But you speak so well. I love you.” They said, “You’re very talented, smart business woman.” I said, “No, not that.” But, I work hard. I’m fighter. Don’t give up.
#DeafSuccess: Mona Thalheimer, signbite #1
I’m lucky that I have good mentors through friends. Be friends with everybody, because I can see so many people who are very talented push and get the job. That’s my thing.
#DeafSuccess in Work-Based Learning Programs #shorts
The first time I went into work, I was really shy and felt awkward. At first, I didn’t even want to be there. But then over time, I began interacting with my co-workers, talking about how to do the job, writing back and forth, and I liked working there. I learned that one mistake won’t ruin everything. You learn, make note of it, and keep going. Now I’m really good at it.
#DeafSuccess in Work-Based Learning Programs, Signbite #2
They showed me around, and I memorized everything. I like the feeling of independence.
#DeafSuccess in Work-Based Learning Programs, Signbite #1
The first time I went into work, I was really shy and felt awkward. At first, I didn’t even want to be there. But then over time, I began interacting with my co-workers, talking about how to do the job, writing back and forth, and I liked working there. I learned that one mistake won’t ruin everything. You learn, make note of it, and keep going. Now I’m really good at it.
Access 101: Online Learning
Natasha, a West Indies female with brown wavy hair and brown eyes sits in front of a wall decorated with flowers and a wooden sign with stylized text “family beside us.” Natasha begins signing.
Accommodations 101: Captions in the Classroom
When a film was shown without closed captions, I would ask the instructor if the video was captioned or not. When they indicated they didn’t know, I would ask them to please find out, because, without it, I can’t understand the film. They hadn’t even considered it.
