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We are excited to invite you to meet the new Director of the Office of the Deaf?and Hard of Hearing, Earnest Covington, III. Earnest is an outstanding leader?who has been appointed as the Director of ODHH for Washington State. He is a?Black, Deaf, and Male individual who has dedicated his life to serving the Deaf?community.
The event will take place on September 30, 2023, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at?the Tacoma Public Library Wheelock Branch. The address is 3722 N 26th St,?Tacoma, WA 98407.
This is a great opportunity to meet Earnest and learn more about his vision?for the future of ODHH. You will also have the chance to network with other?members of the Deaf community and share your thoughts and ideas.
Equipment applications for the Telecommunication Equipment Distribution?(TED) program will be available, as well as for other programs and services.?The event will be conducted in American Sign Language (ASL) and will be?interpreted for those who do not use ASL. CDI and Russian Interpreters will?also be available. Please let us know if you require any other accommodations.?
Street parking is available.?Light refreshments will be provided.?
We look forward to seeing you there!
Accommodations
ASL, CDI, and Russian Interpreters, FM System?and CART will be provided. If you need other accommodations, please?contact Thu Le, Administrative Assistant?
Who We Are
The Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) provides programs and services for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened, and Speech Disabled individuals, their families, and service providers in Washington State. ODHH works to ensure that services and resources are accessible and inclusive to all Washingtonians.
What We Do
ODHH operates under the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) and is entrusted with fulfilling its legislative mandate outlined in RCW 43.20A.725.
ODHH?s work includes:
Advocacy: ODHH advocates for the rights, interests, and needs of individuals who are Deaf, DeafBlind, Deaf Disabled, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened, and Speech Disabled. The Office works to eliminate communication barriers and promote equal opportunities in various service areas, including training, consultation, contract management, information and referrals, and resources to promote communication equity.
Coordination: ODHH is a centralized resource. The Office collaborates with governmental, business, and community stakeholders to develop and implement policies, programs, and initiatives that address and ensure that state services and resources are accessible and inclusive to all Washingtonians.
Contact Us!
800-422-7930 Voice
[email protected]
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