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Transforming Lives Through Accessible Communication
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This is being forwarded on behalf of Hamilton Washington Relay.
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Do you know a graduating high school senior who is looking for scholarship opportunities to continue their education?
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We are pleased to extend the Hamilton Relay Scholarship opportunity to seniors in Washington who are deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind or have difficulty speaking.
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We would appreciate your assistance in sharing the scholarship application with eligible students. All candidates are required to submit an application, write an essay under the topic of communication technology and provide a letter of recommendation in order to qualify.
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The scholarship deadline is January 31, 2024, and applications must be received or postmarked by that date. The scholarship is in the amount of $500, and the winner will be determined on or before March 1, 2024.
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If you have any questions about Washington Relay or the Hamilton Relay Scholarship Program, please contact me directly.
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We are excited to give back to the community by offering this scholarship opportunity, and we look forward to learning more about the outstanding students in Washington!
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Sincerely,
Jhaynehl Fortaleza | Washington Outreach Coordinator | Hamilton Relay [email protected] | hamiltonrelay.com
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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.
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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:
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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.
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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
360-339-7382 VP
[email protected]
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