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The Road Ahead – Beatty Sec HL students

The Hearing Loss (HL) students from Beatty Secondary School performed this year’s National Day theme song – The Road Ahead, through song-signing as part of their school’s 56th National Day performance.

The song speaks of overcoming adversity and odds in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic. It was a great opportunity for the students to share signs with the entire school in an effort to build #Deafawareness and appreciation of sign language. Check out their stunning performance!

NDP 2021 Voice of the Nation music video

Check out the Voice of the Nation video that features sign language 

Introduction to the Singapore Deaf Community and Language (Micro-learning Course)

Register Today!

Course Introduction

Curious about sign language? Ever wondered how deaf people communicate with and live in the hearing world? Maybe you have watched Netflix’s “Deaf U” series and are intrigued by Deaf culture? Or perhaps you wish to find out more before committing to signing up for a full-fledged Singapore Sign Language course?

Take up this short, introductory online course to learn more about the Deaf community in Singapore, in which you will also gain insights into Deaf culture and pick up some basic sign language!

Jointly developed by the Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf) and Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) UniLearn, this micro course aims to provide information and impart knowledge about these topics. You can learn at your own pace and time, and in a fun and engaging way! 

So.. sign up and say hi!

$23.98 Course Fee

Course Payment

$23.98 Course Fee

PayNow: Please use the PayNow function in your banking app. You can
either scan the QR code or key in the UEN.

A: Scan the PayNow QR code below.

SADeaf QR Pay

B: Key in UEN on the PayNow screen.

UEN: S62SS0061C
Reference No: E-Learning (Your Name)

*After payment, please screenshot the payment slip and send it to
Moses at moses@sadeaf.org.sg or WhatsApp picture at 96885102.

SADeaf x West Coast Youth Network Partnership

The Rainbow Disabilities Challenge 2021 is an event organised by West Coast Youth Network & West Coast Community Sports Club. It is a virtual walk, run & cycle event that partners with disability organisations to promote inclusivity and active participation through takeaway bite size knowledge on disabilities.
Sign up here: linktr.ee/wcyn
Refer to poster for more details!

DCCL + SgSL Level One Course for LHBBP parents & caregivers

Interested in learning a deaf language and exploring a new culture? Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) is our native sign language recognised and accepted by the Deaf community in Singapore. SgSL comprises a combination of Shanghainese Sign Language (SSL), American Sign Language (ASL) and locally developed signs.

A “no-voice” teaching method is used to reinforce the learning experience. Participants learn through classroom instruction and role-play, as well as storytelling and handouts

Deaf Culture, Community & Language (DCCL) and Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) Level One Course for Parents and Caregivers

Class Code

Day

Time

Start Date

End Date

Registration

Class Code will be given by email

Saturdays

2-4pm

10 July 2021

2 October 2021

Register here

Deaf Achievers Awards 2021

The annual Deaf Achievers Awards, organised by the Singapore Association for the Deaf, seek to recognise the outstanding achievements of individuals from the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Nominations are now open till 18 July 2021.
 
Award Categories
Outstanding Deaf Students
Teacher of the Year
Outstanding Deaf Sportsman/Sportswoman
Special Talent
 
Prizes
Winners will receive a cash voucher, a plaque and a certificate.

  • Outstanding Deaf Student (Primary Education) – $300
  • Outstanding Deaf Student (Secondary Education) – $400
  • Outstanding Deaf Student (Vocational Institute/ Training Centres) – $400
  • Outstanding Deaf Student (Tertiary Education) – $500
  • Special Talent – $500
  • Outstanding Deaf Sportsman – $500
  • Outstanding Deaf Sportswoman – $500
  • Teacher of the Year – $500

Selection Procedures
The nominations will be reviewed by an independent Award Vetting Panel comprising representative(s) from SADeaf, member(s) of the  Deaf and hard-of-hearing community, reputable organisations in Singapore and ex-awardees. The recommendations of the Award Vetting Panel will be submitted to the Executive Council of SADeaf for approval. Once officially approved, it will be deemed final.

Shortlisted nominees may be required to attend an interview.
 

1. Outstanding Deaf Student

 The Outstanding Deaf Student Awards recognise the achievements of deaf and hard-of-hearing students at different education levels.

Categories
Primary Education
Secondary Education
Vocational Education
Post-Secondary and Tertiary Education (Junior Colleges, Institute of Technical Education, Polytechnics and Universities)

Eligibility
The nominee must be a registered client of SADeaf.
The nominee must be a full-time student in a Primary School, Secondary School, Vocational Institute/Training Centre or Tertiary Institution in Singapore or overseas.
The nominee need not be the top student in the school. An average student who has shown significant improvement will be considered.
Nominations must be supported by proof of academic performance of the previous year: January to December 2020 for primary and secondary school students; most recent or previous academic term for students from other educational institutions.
Evidence of active participation in co-curricular activities, community service, and leadership qualities will earn extra credit.

Only one “Outstanding Deaf Student Award” will be conferred in each category every year.

Link for nomination of Outstanding Deaf Student Awards: https://tinyurl.com/Deaf-Student-Award-2021
 

2. Teacher of the Year

The award is presented in the form of a plaque together with a certificate to any teacher (including the principal of the school) who had showed exceptional dedication and service in teaching Deaf or hard-of-hearing student(s) during the previous academic year.

Eligibility
The nominee must be a Singaporean or Permanent Resident.
Only one “Teacher of the Year Award” will be conferred each year.
Teachers who have been nominated for or been previously awarded the Teacher of the Year Award can be nominated again.

Link for nomination of Teacher of the Year Award: https://tinyurl.com/Teacher-of-the-Year-2021
 

3. Outstanding Deaf Sportsman/Sportswoman
The Outstanding Deaf Sportsman/Sportswoman Awards recognise the achievements of Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in the sports arena.
 
Eligibility 
The nominee must be a registered client of SADeaf.
The nominee must have an outstanding track record(s) in sports last year. These can be evidenced by awards obtained, records of activities denoting leadership qualities or good sportsmanship.
Only one “Outstanding Deaf Sportsman Award” and one “Outstanding Deaf Sportswoman Award” will be conferred every year.

Link for nomination of Sporting Awards: https://tinyurl.com/Deaf-sports-2021

4. Special Talent
The Special Talent Award recognises a Deaf or hard-of-hearing individual who has demonstrated exceptional achievements which do not fit in any other award category. The award is presented in the form of a plaque together with a certificate.

Eligibility
The nominee must be a registered client of SADeaf.
The nominee must have attained achievements in areas such as performing  arts (performing, visual, literary, etc), culinary, business, career, or any other areas, but excluding academic and sporting achievements. These should be evidenced by awards obtained, proven record of leadership, etc.
The previous year’s awardee will not be eligible.
Only one “Outstanding Special Talent” award will be given each year.

Link for nomination of Special Talent Award: https://tinyurl.com/Special-Talent-Award-2021

 

For enquiries, please e-mail: ca@sadeaf.org.sg

Deaf Dialogue

SADeaf has held four Deaf Dialogue sessions so far – in which members of the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community came together to discuss issues pertaining to accessibility, education, employment and healthcare.

Download the Deaf Dialogue 2021 report here 

Public advisory on symbol of deafness and its usage

SADeaf was made aware of social media messages on the usage of a logo/graphic on masks to indicate deafness – this shows a stylised ear (orange) and hearing aid (blue). The message appeals to the public to share the logo/graphic to raise awareness of the issue of communication difficulties posed by masks.

1. SADeaf would like to clarify that we do not use this logo/graphic to indicate deafness/hearing loss.

When needed, SADeaf uses the International Symbol for Deafness, which can be found at

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:International_Symbol_for_Deafness.svg?fbclid=IwAR1jV1vEsa0gEicMPrHx5GI0CMLh8WbUd_G5bEA_qaw5i_XyzBw7eLdHSIE

2. It is entirely up to the Deaf/deaf/hard-of-hearing individual to decide whether to indicate his/her deafness.

Some may want to inform and show the public they are deaf; others may not wish to do so. In other words, each person will have their own preference as to whether they wish to make known their deafness, and also in how they wish to communicate (via writing/typing, and/or speech, and/or signing, etc). The best way to find out is to ask the person.

CI Recrutiment 2021

We are recruiting for community interpreters!

Community Interpreters refer to our pool of interpreters who take on assignments on an ad hoc basis with remuneration. Interpreters are allies of the Deaf community providing equal access to information through quality interpretation to empower Deaf individuals to achieve a better quality of life and better integrate/contribute to the society.

Recruitment phase is from now till 18 Feb 2021. Check out the link https://tinyurl.com/CIRecruit2021 for the details!

Calendar Sales

SADeaf has printed limited copies of the 2021 Desk Calendars for sale as its fundraising effort to sustain the operations and services of SADeaf. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, SADeaf has not been able to conduct any fundraising events in 2020. Hence, we seek your help to support our cause.

Purchase our calendar for personal use or as a gift for your loved ones. Each calendar is priced at $10.00 each, inclusive of delivery. As there are limited stocks available, do grab now one!

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