SIGN LANGUAGE WORK - World Federation of the Deaf

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THE FINNISH ASSOCIATION OF THE DEAF The external evaluator observed a training session for two of the Deaf working group volunteers and was impressed by the careful explanations of the need for ethical consistency, consent and technical information. It is commendable to see that this group of volunteers demonstrates considerable commitment, often having to travel long and difficult distances to attend training meetings. The Working Group is also active in disseminating information about the sign language work to other members of the Deaf community: ‘I was always told by hearing people that I couldn’t do things – that they were smarter. Now I understand that it is a language issue’ ‘Knowing it is a real language gives me confidence’ This has had an impact on the self-esteem of Deaf people in Kosovo. Said one hearing observer: ‘We never saw people signing before the War – now they are confident to use it. (Sign language)’
THE FINNISH ASSOCIATION OF THE DEAF Language planning and language standardization work for sign languages: • Colin Allen (2008: 23) Global Survey Draft Report, WFD Regional Secretariat for Asia and the Pacific: • Common areas of concern: --- Sign Language • Deaf people have no sign language skills. • Government does not recognise the sign language. • Sign language materials and courses should be provided for Deaf people who have not learned their own language. • The promotion of Human Rights through Sign Languages needs to be strengthened. • Need to standardise the national sign language.
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