Webshop for Addressing Microaggressions and Discrimination: Insight for Behavioral Health Interpreters

Available November 15-December 15, 2021

Based on November 8 presentation by Dr. Celeste Malone

Presenting in spoken English with ASL interpretation and real-time captioning

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Microaggressions are […]

Self-care for sign language interpreters is critical during any time and the need is exacerbated by a pandemic. Learn strategies and insights from Dr. Ayo Gooden, an African-centered Black psychologist with wisdom for everyone.

Wooden Blocks with the text: Trauma

Registration will re-open on December 1st, 2020.

Registration is now open!

Deaf, DeafBlind and hard of hearing communities experience trauma at higher rates than hearing individuals. They also face additional barriers to accessing behavioral health services.

This webshop will give you tools to start becoming a trauma-informed practitioner, covering:

• The symptoms […]

Cultural competencies are essential when interpreting between people of varying cultures. It is important to recognize how cultural differences impact the interpreting needs. This webshop was designed with Najma Johnson. It provides an overview of structures of oppression and privilege using the theory of kyriarchy. It also discusses intersectionality in the Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of hearing communities.

There are a shortage of interpreters trained and qualified to work in addiction recovery settings. This webshop will introduce information about addiction, recovery settings, and the journey of recovery in the Deaf community to help interpreters decide if this specialty is a good fit for them. Then, interpreters will learn about resources to help them continue their education to become qualified. Registration to enroll will be available February 1 to February 29, 2020.

This course will be available August 1-31. This offering comes from the explanation and perspective of a Deaf Audiologist. It will introduce you to fundamental background information about the general process of hearing, hearing-related appointments, and assistive technology you may be in contact with during these interactions.