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*August 16, 2024*




Community Presentation and HB2221 Updates on Saturday, September 14

 

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Saturday, September 14

1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

You are invited to a special presentation about the services and programs offered through Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

Discover how ODHH can support you and your loved ones with a range of resources tailored to you. Come and learn about our initiatives, ask questions, and connect with others in the community.

Updates on HB2221 workgroup study initiative focusing on brainstorming solutions from the public and private sectors to address the sign language interpreter crisis will be provided,
including a Q and A session.

*Presenters*

Earnest Covington, ODHH Director

Elizabeth Luttrell, Training and Presentation Program Manager

Berle Ross, SIgn Language Interpreter Contracts & Resources Program Manager

Morgan Jericho, Managment Analyst 4

Join us at at PSAD!

*Location:*
Puget Sound Association of the Deaf
2407 NW 60th St., Seattle WA 98107

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For more information: Please contact Elizabeth Luttrell: [email protected]

Accessibility: We are committed to equitable and inclusive access. Events will be in ASL
with spoken English interpretation and CART.

Please contact us for other accommodation requests at [email protected]

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September Community Event
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*Accessibility:* We are committed to equitable and inclusive access. Events will be in ASL with spoken English interpretation and captioning services provided.  Please contact us at [email protected] for other accommodation requests.  

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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. 

*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!*

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