At the National Deaf Center, we are committed to empowering all deaf people and ensuring they have equal access to opportunities in education, employment, and beyond. To continue our mission of breaking down barriers and promoting inclusivity, we need your…
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As the fall break approaches, this time of year offers the opportunity to unwind, reflect, and reconnect with loved ones. Whether you’re planning a family gathering, a quiet getaway, or simply taking a well-deserved breather, NDC has put together a…
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The Department of Education, Office of Special Education, the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, and a team of partners began planning the second annual “We Can! Virtual Deaf Career Day” event in early spring…
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Deaf people in the United States are less likely to be employed than hearing people, and employment rates vary widely by race, ethnicity, and disability. This is according to new data from the National Deaf Center on Postsecondary Outcomes (NDC)….
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Deaf students face barriers and challenges daily as a result of barriers within systems. The impact is that 23% of deaf youth aged 16-24 aren’t in school or working. NDC is committed to changing that by partnering with entities providing…
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The National Deaf Center on Postsecondary Outcomes (NDC) has launched Deafverse 3.0! This latest version includes a new and improved web-based platform that is faster, lighter, and more mobile and user-friendly while empowering teachers with exciting new tools educational. …
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Getting over the end of summer break isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to be hard. National Deaf Center has some exciting new resources guaranteed to give you some Back to School spirit!…
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Data drives decision-making. When you want to improve existing programs and services, prepare a proposal for a new program, or justify the need for a new service, presenting data can provide a compelling case and strengthen your request. Learn where…
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Work Based Learning (WBL) provides deaf students with opportunities to apply what they learn in the classroom to career settings, an important step for preparing them for life after high school….
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Our “Stories from the Field” piece details the transformation of a school bus into a fully functioning food truck,
where the students are the ones running the entire operation, with the invaluable support of the staff….
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Mentoring opportunities offer valuable experiences that can be life-changing. Yet, the number of opportunities or experiences for mentoring are limited. This is especially true for deaf youth with multiple identities, like deaf-blind, deaf who are oral, deaf people of color,…
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On February 23rd, 2023, NDC hosted Looking AHEAD for Spring Semester — Graduation, Internships, Study Abroad, Campus Access, a webinar on how planning, creativity, flexibility, and partnership can lead to positive and accessible experiences for deaf students. A foundational aspect…
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