Why the 2024 Interpreting for Deaf Professionals Summit?
It goes to our roots of making sure our community has access to exceptional experiences.
If you haven't registered, it's not too late – register at www.2axend.com/IDPSummit/Register.
#IDPSummit24
Share Your Healthcare Stories
We are looking for signing and non-signing Deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened and DeafBlind individuals who are willing to share their healthcare experiences on camera!
We are looking for all kinds of stories, from challenges to successes.
If you are interested, please fill out the form at www.2axend.com/video-survey and a member of the 2axend team will get to you to schedule a brief video call.
We are looking forward to connecting with you!
From Past Participants of 2axend Summits
We are hosting the 2024 Interpreting for Deaf Professionals Summit this September 13th and 14th!
This brand-new summit is designed to help interpreters consider what has worked—and what hasn’t—when interpreting for Deaf, hard of hearing, and DeafBlind professionals in a variety of sectors.
Early bird registration ends this Sunday, July 14th – register now at www.2axend.com/IDPSummit!
#IDPSummit24
2024 Interpreting for Deaf Professionals Summit: Session Topics
The final schedule for the 2024 Interpreting for Deaf Professionals Summit taking place September 13-14, 2024 will be posted soon!
Meanwhile, check out our amazing topics...
Early bird registration ends July 14th – register now at www.2axend.com/IDPSummit.
Join us for these exciting presentations at 2axend.com/summit/!
Coming Fall 2024: Interpreting for Deaf Professionals Summit
Addressing the user experience for the Deaf community is at the core of the work we do at 2axend.
As we look to improve the communication accessibility experience for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, we’re excited to announce that we’re expanding our summit offerings and will be launching a new annual summit in Fall 2024!
The Interpreting for Deaf Professionals Summit is sure to be a transformative experience that will equip interpreters with insight, knowledge and tools to positively impact interpreting encounters with Deaf, hard of hearing and DeafBlind professionals.
To receive email updates about the 2024 Interpreting for Deaf Professionals Summit, complete the form at http://eepurl.com/ddTpNH.
#2024IDPSummit
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Corey is a white male with brown hair and a beard. He is using blue glasses and is wearing a checkered blue and white dress shirt. He is sitting behind a brown-stained desk and in front of a white wall. To his left is a plant and on his right is a 2axend-branded black Yeti. The 2axend logo appears as a watermark in the top left corner.
Corey: "At 2axend, we’re committed to addressing the user experience for the Deaf community, regardless of whether it is the patient, student, employee or customer experience.
As part of our work, we’ve held two different summits: 1) the Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters and 2) the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Experiences in Healthcare Summit (designed for healthcare administrators and professionals).
As our work is not limited to healthcare, we’re excited to share that we will be hosting the inaugural Interpreting for Deaf Professionals Summit in fall of 2024.
This summit is designed to provide a transformative experience that will benefit interpreters and, ultimately, the Deaf, hard of hearing and DeafBlind professionals they work with.
More information will be coming soon!"
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Pre-Conference for the 2024 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters
We’re excited to share we are partnering with Atomic Hands to co-host the pre-conference for the 2024 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters!
A specialized learning opportunity, this year's pre-conference will explore the magic behind STEM and its application to interpreting, medical health education, and STEM discourse skill development.
Information regarding the schedule, presenters/panelists and CEUs is available at www.2axend.com/summit/pre-conference.
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Video description and transcript in the comments below.
Topics for 2024 DIHC Summit
The final schedule for the 2024 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters taking place May 3-5, 2024 will be posted soon!
Meanwhile, check out our amazing topics!
Early bird registration ends January 28th – register now at www.2axend.com/summit.
#ConversationsWithCorey is back!
In the latest edition of this series, our founder and CEO Corey Axelrod reflects on 2023 by discussing how organizations are now including the topic of accessibility as part of the overarching conversation about diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), as well as 2axend's commitment to scale impact and growth through our own Supplier Diversity program.
We’re looking forward to a bright 2024!
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DESCRIPTION & TRANSCRIPT: Corey is wearing a checkered purple dress shirt. He is sitting behind a brown-stained desk and in front of a white wall. To his left is a plant and on his right is a 2axend-branded black Yeti. The 2axend logo appears as a watermark in the top left corner.
Corey: Hello and Happy 2024!
I can’t believe it’s the second week of January already!
I wanted to take a few minutes to really reflect on 2023 and what it meant for 2axend.
During 2023, it was truly a year where we were engaged in conversations about social change and the need for awareness.
I’m really grateful for these conversations with different organizations in different industries, including healthcare, education, retail, non-profit, and language services.
While this list is extensive, each of these conversations were truly meaningful and allowed us to take a deep look into diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA).
The one thing I’ve been saying for years is that you can’t have conversations about diversity, equity and inclusion without considering accessibility.
And during 2023, these conversations often included accessibility. Organizations were reaching out to us asking us what DEIA looks like in the context of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
I’m really grateful for our partners who rolled up their sleeves and were ready to engage in these conversations. These partners are truly unique and, again, I’m very grateful for them!
A couple of the elements that have been a part of the “living fabric” of 2axen
Pre-Conference for 2023 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters
We’re excited to share that we are continuing our partnership with the AMPHL - Association of Medical Professionals with Hearing Losses and co-hosting the pre-conference for the 2023 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters!
A specialized learning opportunity, this pre-conference will explore the topic of language deprivation/acquisition and its impact on interpreting dynamics in healthcare settings.
Information regarding the schedule, presenters/panelists and CEUs is available at www.2axend.com/summit/pre-conference.
Top 5 Reasons to Attend 2023 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters
You can’t miss the 2023 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters taking place April 14-16, 2023.
We have five reasons why:
✅ A dynamic and user-centric digital experience that enables you to learn from anywhere via Zoom.
✅ A variety of interactive learning opportunities for all learners, regardless of skill levels and experiences.
✅ Due to popular demand, we’ve added armchair conversations, think tank discussions and specialized linguistic-centered sessions.
✅ Expand your toolbox by attending workshops with a variety of topics, ranging from endocrinology to mental health interpreting.
✅ Connect with a passionate community of medical professionals, interpreters, interpreting agencies and more!
Register today: www.2axend.com/summit.
ASL Name Sign for DICK'S Sporting Goods
For the past year, we have been working with DICK'S Sporting Goods on inclusivity for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
During our work together, we realized that DICK'S Sporting Goods does not have a formal ASL name sign.
We want your input to help us come up with a name sign – please make a brief video by Tuesday, February 7th of you signing DICK'S Sporting Goods and respond to us on social media. Don't forget to include #ASLforDSG in your comment/post. Or, if you prefer, you can email it to us at [email protected].
We look forward to seeing your recommendations!
***An update: DICK'S Sporting Goods will be offering a $250 gift card if your sign is selected!***
Topics for the 2023 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters
The final schedule for the 2023 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters taking place April 14-16, 2023 will be posted soon!
Meanwhile, check out our amazing topics!
Register today at www.2axend.com/summit.
Marc's Story
Imagine a doctor or a nurse believing you understood everything they said when you didn’t.
Too many Deaf and hard of hearing individuals encounter disparate experiences like this in healthcare.
We’re changing this – join us at the 2022 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Experiences in Healthcare Summit taking place virtually via Zoom on October 21st.
Tom's Story
Imagine not being able to ask the questions you want to ask.
Too many Deaf and hard of hearing individuals encounter disparate experiences like this in healthcare.
We’re changing this – join us at the 2022 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Experiences in Healthcare Summit taking place virtually via Zoom on October 21st.
2022 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Experiences in Healthcare Summit
We're excited to host the 2022 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Experiences in Healthcare Summit and support healthcare organizations in elevating the patient experiences for Deaf, DeafBlind, hard of hearing and late-deafened individuals!
We look forward to having you join us – register today at www.2axend.com/DHHSummit.
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A promotional video that initially displays the following text:
“Together, we can elevate the patient experience for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind and Late-Deafened individuals.”
The 2022 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Experiences in Healthcare Summit logo appears next.
After that, the following text is displayed:
“October 21, 2022 | Via Zoom.”
The next slide shows, “Designed for Healthcare Professionals and Administrators.”
After that, the following is shown: “Topics Include: improving language and communication access; driving systemic change; delivering culturally sensitive and appropriate care; and reframing equity and inclusion.”
The video concludes with, “Register Now: www.2axend.com/DHHSummit.”
We Deserve Better – Not Feeling Informed or Involved
When 1 out of every 6 Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind and late-deafened individuals do not feel informed or involved with all decisions and treatment plans during #healthcare visits, there's definitely a disconnect between patients and clinicians.
#WeDeserveBetter
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Video Description:
A Public Service Announcement that initially displays the following text:
"We surveyed 500+ Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind, and late-deafened individuals..."
The text transitions to "1 out of every 6 shared they do not feel informed or involved with all decisions and treatment plans during healthcare visits."
The next slide shows, "Inadequate comprehension and the lack of engagement were attributed to:"
The following reasons are listed:
"Ineffective patient-clinician communication; Reasonable accommodation requests being denied; and Culturally unaware and insensitive clinicians."
After this, a video of an Asian woman with glasses and dark brown hair appears in which the woman shares, "We deserve better."
The ending of the video displays a URL: www.2axend.com/WeDeserveBetter.
Five Reasons to Attend the Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters
You can’t miss the 2022 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters, here’s five reasons why:
✅ A dynamic and interactive digital experience that enables you to learn from anywhere via Zoom.
✅ An action-packed agenda that is complete with workshops, panel discussions and scheduled video-based networking opportunities.
✅ Learn from a diverse group of Deaf, DeafBlind and hard of hearing experts and elevate your work in healthcare settings.
✅ Expand your toolbox of skills and resources by better understanding various types of healthcare interpreting encounters.
✅ Connect with a like-minded community using Whova, a virtual conference platform, on your mobile device or the Internet.
Register today: www.2axend.com/summit.
Does the Disability Community Understand the Deaf Community?
In the latest edition of #ConversationsWithCorey, our founder and CEO Corey Axelrod addresses how the disability community has historically marginalized the Deaf community.
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DESCRIPTION & TRANSCRIPT: Corey is wearing a grey sport coat and light blue dress shirt. He is sitting in front of a black wall. The 2axend logo appears as a watermark in the top left corner.
Corey: Does the greater disability community really understand the deaf community?
This is truly a loaded question, but we’ll discuss today.
When we look at the Deaf community, we’re talking about individuals who identify as a member of a linguistic and cultural minority. Within this group, there are also Deaf individuals who have an additional disability.
When we think about the disability community and the Deaf community in the context of mainstream society, both groups are often disadvantaged and marginalized. When we look at the differences of both communities, there are a number of differences.
These include how they communicate, their primary language, as well as how they identify themselves.
Let’s talk about identification first. Deaf individuals often identify as Deaf individuals. I am a Deaf person, not a person with deafness.
On the contrary, within the disability community, we often come across individuals who identify as a person with so and so disability. There’s no right or wrong answer here – it’s just how people choose to express themselves.
I’ve been involved in multiple conversations about how I identify as a Deaf person before I even talk about having a disability. This has thrown people off because they simply don’t understand why I identify this way.
As a member of the signing Deaf community, I share similar experiences with other individuals, including specific values and norms. Do we understand the experiences of the disability community? Not necessarily, but there’s a level of empathy there.
Conversations about these topics are often fascinating.
Deaf in Healthcare Survey
At 2axend, we are collecting data to share with healthcare organizations to help them understand opportunities to meet the needs of the Deaf, DeafBlind, hard of hearing and late-deafened community.
This survey should take you between 5-7 minutes to complete and will have a huge impact on our community's experiences!
Please join us in creating change for our community by completing the survey today: www.2axend.com/dihc-survey.
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Video Description: Crystal, a black woman, appears wearing a tan-colored blazer with a black blouse underneath. She has a silver earrings dangling from both ears and has wavy hair. In this video, Crystal shares the following, "Today, I'll be asking you questions regarding your experiences in healthcare settings. Our goal is to compile responses and share with healthcare organizations so they can provide our community with positive experiences in healthcare settings." After this narration, there is a transition before the URL of the survey appears. At the end, the 2axend logo appears.
