Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access

Three sticky pads on a desk with each having one of the words, diversity, inclusion, or inclusion written on it

The goal of this group is to raise awareness and understanding of the importance of accessibility in DEIA initiatives in all types of settings, whether in the workplace, classroom, or the community. Environments that value DEIA and provide the necessary support and access for individuals with hearing loss or who are Deaf benefit everyone. 

Creating accessible environments, developing inclusive, equitable communication strategies, and understanding legal requirements and best practices for accommodations are some important DEIA areas that need addressing. These and other related topics can be explored in the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility group. 

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Group Content

Articles/Blog posts

Mindset Matters: "Nothing Without Us"

Jonathan Kaufman, a Forbes contributor, discusses the fundamental principle of "Nothing about us without us." in his column, "Mindset Matters,"

Articles/Blog posts

Can You Hear Me Now? How Companies Can Ensure That Employees With Hearing Loss Are Supported

How can employers support their employees with hearing loss? In this article from Forbes Magazine, Cheryl Goodwin, Head of Corporate Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility at Sony, discusses four ways that companies can design internal systems that help employees with hearing loss feel supported.

Recorded Events/Videos

2021 HLAA Research Symposium: Hearing Care for All: Innovations in Extending the Reach of Hearing Care

In the United States, most people with hearing loss do not receive hearing health care. This research symposium highlights some of the latest advances in delivering hearing care to communities traditionally unserved by clinic-based hearing care, including remote Alaska villages, older adults along the U.S.-Mexico border, and low-income older adults in Baltimore. In these settings, care is provided…