may, 2024
This is a repeating eventmay 21, 2024 2:00 pm
Time
(Monday) 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Provided/Sponsored By
This program is provided by ASLIS and is supported by grant funding from the Minnesota Department of Human Services, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Division.
Presented in
ASL with English interpretation.
Cost
FREE for Interpreters who reside in Minnesota
CEUs
0.25 PS CEUs for each day
ASLIS is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. This Professional Studies program is offered for a total of 0.5 CEUs at Some Content Knowledge Level.
Event Details
Monday, May 20 and Tuesday, May 21 2:00-4:30 pm. This two-day in-person workshop is an update and follow up to the DeafBlind 101 workshop held last year. This workshop is open
Event Details
Monday, May 20 and Tuesday, May 21 2:00-4:30 pm.
This two-day in-person workshop is an update and follow up to the DeafBlind 101 workshop held last year. This workshop is open to residents of Minnesota and is intended for interpreters, SSPs, and other practitioners who work with individuals who are DeafBlind.
This workshop will cover three main topics: DeafBlind Culture, Experience of Tactile Communication & DeafBlind Representation, and Language Deprivation & Acquisition. Through a combination of presentation, discussion, and interactive activities, participants will learn about key aspects of DeafBlind culture, challenges of acquiring language and communicating effectively, differences between various service provider roles, and strategies to enhance the autonomy of people who are DeafBlind.
Presenter Bio
Riss Leitzke (they/them) and Jon Leitzke (he/him)
Riss and Jon Leitzke are DeafBlind siblings whose resilience and determination inspire all who know them. Despite facing unique challenges, they embrace life fully, pursuing their passions and advocating for accessibility and inclusion. Their bond is unbreakable, serving as a beacon of strength and unity within the DeafBlind community.
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