Welcome to Our Deaf Latino Ecosystem!
What is the Deaf Latino Ecosystem?
The Deaf Latino Ecosystem is a vibrant community where Deaf and Hard of Hearing Hispanic Latinos, alongside supportive organizations and allies, collaborate to preserve our cultural heritage and empower each other. Together, we share resources, offer support, and build opportunities, ensuring that everyone in our community has the chance to shine.
Have you ever felt frustrated because you couldn’t find products/services created by Hispanic/Latino entrepreneurs who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing?
Our Deaf Latino Ecosystem is designed to connect you with more businesses and services that celebrate and support our culture, aligning with our mission to preserve and promote Deaf Latino identity, culture, and language.
Benefits of Joining:
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Access to Deaf Latino Resources: Find businesses/nonprofit that understand your needs and offer culturally relevant products.
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Promotion Opportunities: Raise awareness about your business/organzation or learn about others in the community.
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Networking: Connect with other businesses and entrepreneur, or anyone.
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Examples of Our Community in Action:
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Business Owner: HIHA Made To Order, offers made-to-order drinkware designed by a Hard of Hearing Dominican and Cuban entrepreneur. Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/hiha_madetoorder/
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Spanish-speaking Families: Deaf Latinos y Familias works with Spanish-speaking families with children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, integrating family history, traditions, and values to bridge the gap between two different cultures. Learn more at Deaf Latinos y Familias.
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Interpretation Services: Mano a Mano provides infrastructure for access to trilingual interpreting resources, supports professional development for trilingual interpreters, educates the public about trilingual interpreting, and advocates for appropriate policies concerning the provision of trilingual interpretation. Learn more at https://manoamanoinc.org/en/
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Institute: The Center for Latine Deaf Studies at Nuestra Casa, Gallaudet University, supports Latine students by fostering leadership, promoting cultural diversity, and connecting them with valuable resources for success both on and off campus.Learn more at https://gallaudet.edu/center-for-latine-deaf-studies/
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Traveler: Deafinitely Wander Lust, a Mexican travel enthusiast sharing journeys around the world. Follow her adventures on Facebook.
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Consultation: Pepita Productions, a coaching service led by a Puerto Rican motivational coach who mentors and provides training workshops for young Latino individuals with disabilities aspiring to pursue careers in acting. Visit Pepita Productions.
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Various types (currently under construction; updates coming soon - will be added to the public directory list).
How Can You Make a Difference?
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Support Deaf and Hard of Hearing Hispanic Latino Businesses: When you buy from or hire Deaf Latino businesses, you help our community thrive.
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Hire Interpreters: Support the employment of multilingual interpreters (English, Spanish, ASL, etc.)
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Get Involved in Activities: There’s always something going on. Join us to learn, celebrate, and spread the word.
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Give Your Time: Volunteer with us and share your skills to make our community even better.
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Share Resources and Knowledge: Help us grow by sharing your expertise and resources, strengthening our network’s foundation.