Gallaudet University International Development MA Program - IDMA

You want more information about the US State Department’s Deaf Diplomacy initiative? You got it!

The Deaf Diplomacy initiative is led by Foreign Service Officer Neal Murata (Bureau of Democracy, and Human Rights, Office of East Asian and Pacific Affairs), in conjunction with Deaf personnel, accessibility specialists, and disability rights analysts – across multiple State offices – including: Chris Brown (Human Resources, Office of Accessibility and Accommodations, Reasonable Accommodations Analyst), Robb Dooling (Bureau of Intelligence and Research & Office of Diversity and Inclusion), Traci Goodrich (Office of Civil Rights), Rafael Treviño (Office of Accessibility and Accommodations, Policy Advisor on International Disability Rights), as well as collaboration with Deaf personnel in other federal agencies. To learn more about this initiative – check out the State Department’s June 2024 press release on the Deaf Diplomacy initiative and conversation on inclusion on their April 15, 2024 event.

https://statemag.state.gov/2024/06/0624itn01/

Image: Screen-capture of State Department press release – with title at top: “Deaf Diplomacy at State launches conversations on inclusion.” Below title is a photo of six people seated on-stage in a semi-circle, with large-screen featuring Real-Time Captioning (photo right), mauve-colored in the background, and audience seated in front, with photo caption below. Author: Amanda McCarthy. Pictured (from left): Robb Dooling, Roberta Mathur, Neal Murata, Sequoia Taylor-El (interpreting), Traci Goodrich, and Julia Wolhandler.

Deaf Diplomacy at State launches conversations on inclusion - State Magazine By Amanda McCarthy Deaf Diplomacy at State—an initiative addressing the practical and policy implications of meaningful inclusion of persons who are deaf or hard of hearing in diplomacy—launched with a hybrid event, April 15. The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL); the Special ....

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Sharing job posting for UK-based folks - Research Assistant for Mapping Disabled People’s Organizations. See full posting here:

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Gallaudet University's Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction & Emergency Planning Program (DEP) faculty and staff members conducted meetings in Japan this winter and were in the country when the earthquake hit the Noto Peninsula on January 1, 2024. One meeting partner - the Japanese Federation of the Deaf - has been coordinating with the Ishikawa Prefectural Association of the Deaf (where Noto Peninsula is located) to arrange relief services in the disaster-impacted area.

Our video describes the current needs, and ways to support the Noto Earthquake relief and recovery efforts. The video starts with Ai signing in JSL along with Japanese captions, followed by Audrey signing in ASL with English captions.

Thank you for your interest and support!

YouTube link: https://youtu.be/rNxP6bRUd4s

Where we can donate:
Japan Federation of the Deaf (Bank Transfer)　https://www.jfd.or.jp/noto-eq2024　[*Note: Donation information currently in Japanese-language version only; English version to be uploaded soon.]

Japan Red Cross Society (Credit Card Payment) https://www.jrc.or.jp/english/donate/

Nippon Foundation (Credit Card Payment & Bank Transfer) https://kifu.www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/dras/?lang=en

ギャローデット大学の障害者を包括した防災・災害支援プログラム（通称DEPプログラム）のオードリー・クーパー（教員）と皆川愛（職員）です。能登半島地震によって被災したろうコミュニティの現在のニーズや支援方法について、日本手話・日本語、アメリカ手話・英語で説明しています。

支援金・義援金を送りたい
・日本ろう連盟（銀行振込）　https://www.jfd.or.jp/noto-eq2024　ろう・難聴者や手話関係者への支援に特化して使われます。

・日本赤十字社 （銀行振込）https://www.jrc.or.jp/contribute/help/20240104/

・日本財団　災害復興支援特別基金（クレジットカード　銀行振込）　https://kifu.www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/dras/

DEP Program - Ways to Contribute to Japan Earthquake Recovery in Noto Peninsula 能登半島地震のために私たちにできること DEP Program faculty and staff members conducted meetings in Japan this winter and were in the country when the earthquake hit the Noto Peninsula on January 1...

Students in the DEP Program are seeking your support! They are preparing for their final course–DEP-602–hosted in Japan in July 2024 with collaborating partners from Japanese Deaf Associations and other DEP partners working on Disaster Risk reduction activities. Any and all support is welcome!

DEP = Gallaudet Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk reduction & Emergency Planning Program

Two people are shown on the video: (on left) Margo, a White woman wearing a solid black blouse and jacket and, (on right) Nki, a Black woman wearing a green dress. Margo and Nki are standing in front of a white wall.

Transcription:
Hello!
I am Margo.
I am Nki.

MARGO: What is the DEP?
Gallaudet’s Disaster Risk Reduction & Emergency Planning Program (DEP).
DEP is going to Japan in July 2024.
We need your support!

NKI: In Japan we will travel to disaster sites,
meet with Japanese Deaf communities,
learn from their experiences with protecting their communities,
and offer ideas from our DEP training.
When we come back from Japan, we will share what we learned.
We are trying to raise around $25,000 dollars.

MARGO: We appreciate any amount of support, or donation!
How?
#1 Through the DEP cash app: $GallaudetDEP
#2 Through the Gallaudet DEP Fund webpage: https://tinyurl.com/3x2su4v5

BOTH: Thank you for your support!

NEED YOUR SUPPORT! Gallaudet's DEP Fund

SDG 4 mid-term progress review: progress since 2015 has been far too slow programme and meeting document

Sharing USAID job posting.

Health Equity and Inclusive Development Advisor in Washington, Washington, DC | Careers at Washington, DC Summary Statement The Global Health Training, Advisory and Support Contract (GHTASC) delivers effective global health programming to advance the mission of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Bureau for Global Health (GH) through institutional support and workforce development ser...

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Express Out Loud event from nnext Saturday 7/29

Yooo!!! Let’s celebrate Disability Pride and the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with this open-mic event! What better way to express yourself OUT LOUD! See you all there! Don’t forget to RSVP! Wanna perform? It’s not too late! Email [email protected] 🎉

Last day to contribute to launching “Deaf Mentor Program in Việt Nam!

Launch Deaf Mentor Program in Việt Nam, organized by Samantha Hoeksema Imagine having limited communication options with your Deaf child, and then … Samantha Hoeksema needs your support for Launch Deaf Mentor Program in Việt Nam

Sharing position announcement from the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) – seeking training for USIP staff on disability inclusion. The position is part-time and involves submission of a proposal for the training components and timeline.

Request for Proposal: USIP Staff Training on Disability Inclusion; Job Category: Program; Requisition Number: REQUE002184. Posted: June 28, 2023; Part-time; Washington, DC-USA. Two bright blue tabs on the right enable APPLY NOW or APPLY WITH LINKEDIN.

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One week ago today! On Monday, April 24, 2023, the International Labour Organization (ILO) hosted a Career Information Session for the IDMA Program and and the Master of Arts Program in Public Administration.

The event took place via Zoom and included a "Davos-Style" interview with four representatives from the ILO's Disability Team of the Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Branch: Eric Stener Carlson, María Aman Joana Zghaib, and Güler Koca. The interview was followed by a presentation by Eric Stener Carlson introducing the ILO's Internship Programme, and concluded with a Q&A session.

The Davos-Style interview addressed five key questions: 1) I understand the ILO is a specialized agency within the United Nations, with its own particular structure, constituents and mandate. What are some of the elements that most distinguish the ILO?; 2) In regards to the ILO, we’ve heard concepts like tripartism, decent work and social justice.Let’s get behind these concepts--What do they mean in reality? What do they mean to you?; 3) Why did you join the ILO? What motivates you to work on international labour rights?; 4) What kinds of topics do ILO officials work on? Is there a certain profile or field of study that ILO officials have?; 5) What’s the most exciting or fulfilling experience you’ve had while working at the ILO? The presentation on the ILO's internship programme described the processes, structure, and pathways to securing an internships. ILO representatives shared tips for successfully navigating the internship application process, and offered to support any questions that Gallaudet applicants might have.

ILO representatives also shared about their own internship and professional journeys, and emphasized the unique position that the iLO holds within the United Nations system as an organization that is both activist and social justice oriented--including advancing systems change within their own workforce.

The ILO's application cycle opens between May 4 and 17, 2023. To apply for ILO internships, visit: https://jobs.ilo.org/

IMAGES: Photo #1--Screenshot of Zoom screen with four ILO presenters, four Gallaudet faculty representatives, and 6 of approximately 12 graduate student participants. From top left, first row: Audrey Cooper (IDMA faculty), Eric Carlson (ILO), María Aman (ILO), and Maegan Shanks (IDMA faculty). Second row: Joana Zghaib (ILO), Danielle Thompson (IDMA faculty), Hao Sun (MPA faculty), and Güler Koca (ILO). Third row: Emma DeCaro (IDMA student), Elias Henriksen (IDMA student), Aanuoluwapo Omoleye (IDMA student), and Stephen McDonald (MPA student). Fourth row: Byung Lim (IDMA student) and Nkiruka Akunwafor IDMA and MPA dual-degree student). Photo #2--Title slide with ILO logo (on right) with royal blue background and white font, and title (on left), "An Overview of the ILO's Internship Programme" in black font against a white background, and below: 24, April, 2023, Gallaudet University, Disability Team - Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Branch.

Sharing information about a wonderful Deaf Mentor Program campaign and opportunity to contribute. (Co-organized by PARD Vietnam and IDMA program student/current PARD intern Samantha Hoeksema).

Launch Deaf Mentor Program in Việt Nam, organized by Samantha Hoeksema Imagine having limited communication options with your Deaf child, and then … Samantha Hoeksema needs your support for Launch Deaf Mentor Program in Việt Nam

Sharing from the Department of State - Inaugural Minority Serving Institutions Conference and Career Fair—Friday, April 14, 2023. Conference is no cost. Registration link below.

Information from flyer follows below:

The U.S. Department of State
Invites You to Attend The Inaugural Minority-Serving Institutions Conference and Career Fair

Represent! The Importance of Diversity and Multiculturalism in U.S. Foreign Policy

Friday, April 14, 2023
Attend in person or join us virtually!

Keynote Remarks by:
Antony J. Blinken
U.S. Secretary of State

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield
U.S. Representative to the United Nations

In-Person Attendee Information:

Doors Open and Career Fair: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m EDT

Conference Programming: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. EDT

Location:
U.S. Department of State
23rd Street Entrance
Located between C and D Street, NW
Washington, DC 20520

Virtual Attendee Information:
Live Conference Programming: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. EDT
Link to Livestream and Career Resources: Link to livestream and resources will be provided once registered.

REGISTER HERE https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZg1IKixJCAg7Dq_hTa4iOmauUXsd7YmLk-4gftOeSBYJqOA/viewform

No cost to attend.

Please register by Friday, April 7, 2023 for in-person attendance.

Just published! “Deaf Community and DiDRR: Supporting a Twin-Track Approach” – by Leyla Craig, Audrey Cooper, Kota Takayama, and Herbert Klein. Article abstract: To address Deaf Communities that are continually excluded from Disability inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DiDRR), community-based research and practices have found that adopting a twin track approach tailored to each deaf group and its specific communication practices are more effective than combining disaster training for all disability groups.

The article is an open-access publication with no charge for downloading. Link to article:
https://rdsjournal.org/index.php/journal/article/view/1178

IMAGE: Screen-shot of publisher website, with journal title (Review of Disability Studies: An International Journal) in white lettering against a royal purple banner. Below, left – list with article title, authors, keywords (Deaf Communities, disasters, communication), and abstract. On right – buttons for downloading PDF and Word versions of the article, followed by publication date (March 30, 2023) and Issue/Volume information (v.18, no. 3 – 37th Annual Pacific Rim Conference Proceedings). Logo of sun and ocean in a wheel shape with darker and lighter gold tones.

Recently released! IDMA Monthly Journal (MOJO), Issue #33. Content includes spotlights on: Image 1–Welcome message “Blossoms of Growth”; Images 2 & 3-FEMA, Gallaudet’s Disaster & Emergency Planning program Career Information Session and group photo of presenters and MCs; Image 4-Department of State Career information Session; Image 5-International Internship; Image 6-Monthly International Tea Party, focused on Colombia; Image 7-IDMA student Aanuoluwapo Omoleye wins BisonTank competition. To learn more and see the full journal: https://mailchi.mp/2985a68c620e/idma-program-monthly-journal-mojo-issue-33-blossoms-of-growth

Just published! Gallaudet press release on the new Disaster and Emergency Planning Program (DEP), written by Victoria Hallett and featuring DEP faculty.

IMAGE: Screenshot of Gallaudet University webpage with press release. GU logo in upper left corner with webpage tabs. Title follows (center, top): “New Disaster and Emergency Planning Program to Launch this Summer” – written by Victoria Hallett. Below the title is a photo of GU campus, followed by two paragraphs of text, and an image at right of destruction caused to a port/boat in the aftermath of the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan.

New Disaster and Emergency Planning program to launch this summer | Academic Affairs | Gallaudet University When disasters strike around the globe, one group is typically most at risk: deaf people. Deaf people often do not have access to sirens, other auditory

One week til showtime! Interested in a career in emergency management, and gaining training to improve emergency services with deaf, deafblind, and deaf-disabled communities? Come join our Career Information Session!

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Gallaudet's Disaster & Emergency Planning program (DEP; graduate certificate and undergraduate minor) are partnering to host a career information session. The event is sponsored by the Office for Career Success and will describe FEMA career tracks and training at Gallaudet to prepare for emergency management careers.

When: Wednesday, March 29 2023 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Where: HMB Atrium - and by Zoom for remote participants
The webinar will be hosted in ASL with English interpretation and English live captioning.
Light refreshments provided.

For more event information, contact [email protected].

For information on the DEP program, contact Program Director Dr. Audrey Cooper at [email protected]

ASL VIDEO DESCRIPTION:
Jenliee Marques opens the video announcement, followed by Byung Lim, then both appear at the end. Jenilee and Byung are standing and signing, against a grey background, and wearing periwinkle blue t-shirts. Jenilee has wide-rimmed eyeglasses and shoulder-length hair, and Byung has short salt and pepper hair.
FLYER IMAGE DESCRIPTION:

Flyer with logos at top for, from left, Gallaudet's DEP Program, FEMA, and the Office for Career Success. Banner reads: Federal Emergency Management Agency & Gallaudet's Disaster & Emergency Planning Program, against blue background, followed by "Career Information Session" with yellow background. Date, time, and location immediately below. Right/middle side of banner shows FEMA Presenters Philip Mattiacci ('98, MA), Aaron Kubey (MPA), and Charlotte Lewis ('01, MA), followed by a list of the DEP faculty and photo of Audrey Cooper, Anita Harding, Maegan Shanks, Caroline Solomon, Kota Takayama, and Geoffrey Whitebread. The next section down shows the event MCs names - Byung Lim and Jenilee Marques - and their photos. Left side of flyer has the text "Interested in a career in emergency management, and gaining training to improve services with deaf, deafblind, and deaf-disabled communities? Come join our career information session! Below that is information about ASL-English interpretation and live captioning, a registration QR Code, and Zoom link to the event. At bottom of page is the contact emails for the Office of Career Success and the DEP Program Director.

Two weeks ago today seven innovators competed in Gallaudet’s 6th Annual BisonTank competition with Gallaudet's Innovation and Entrepreneurship Institute, showcasing new media products and services for the Deaf ecosystem and beyond. Innovation concepts were fierce, and the competitiors extremely engaging and supportive of co-competitors.

The IDMA congratulates all of the winners and runners-up and looks forward to seeing their products and services available to the public! The IDMA is also extremely proud of Aanuoluwapo Omoloye whose innovation – AbleBooks Africa – earned first place in the competition. Congratulations, Aanu!

Join our Career Information Session! Register with the QR code below, and come in-person or join via Zoom.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Gallaudet's Disaster & Emergency Planning program (DEP; graduate certificate and undergraduate minor) are partnering to host a career information session. The event is sponsored by the Office for Career Success and will spotlight FEMA career tracks and training at Gallaudet to prepare for emergency management careers.

When: Wednesday, March 29 2023 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Where: HMB Atrium - and by Zoom for remote participants
Hosted in ASL with English interpretation and English live captioning.
Light refreshments provided.

For accommodation requests and information, please contact [email protected] by March 20, 2023.

For information on the DEP program, contact Program Director Dr. Audrey Cooper at [email protected].

IMAGE: Flyer with logos at top for, from left, Gallaudet's DEP Program, FEMA, and the Office for Career Success. Banner reads: Federal Emergency Management Agency & Gallaudet's Disaster & Emergency Planning Program, against blue background, followed by "Career Information Session" with yellow background. Date, time, and location immediately below. Right/middle side of banner shows FEMA Presenters Philip Mattiacci ('98, MA), Aaron Kubey (MPA), and Charlotte Lewis ('01, MA), followed by a list of the DEP faculty and photo of Audrey Cooper, Anita Harding, Maegan Shanks, Caroline Solomon, Kota Takayama, and Geoffrey Whitebread. The next section down shows the event MCs names - Byung Lim and Jenilee Marques - and their photos. Left side of flyer has the text "Interested in a career in emergency management, and gaining training to improve services with deaf, deafblind, and deaf-disabled communities? Come join our career information session! Below that is information about ASL-English interpretation and live captioning, a registration QR Code, and Zoom link to the event. At bottom of page is the contact emails for the Office of Career Success and the DEP Program Director.

Join us for a Career Information Session!

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Gallaudet's Disaster & Emergency Planning program (DEP; graduate certificate and undergraduate minor) are partnering to host a career information session. The event is sponsored by the Office for Career Success and will spotlight FEMA career tracks and training at Gallaudet to prepare for emergency management careers.

When: Wednesday, March 29 2023 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Where: HMB Atrium - and by Zoom for remote participants
Hosted in ASL with English interpretation and English live captioning.
Light refreshments provided.

For accommodation requests and information, please contact [email protected] by March 20, 2023.

For information on the DEP program, contact Program Director Dr. Audrey Cooper at [email protected].

VIDEO IMAGES: Jenliee Marques opens the video announcement, followed by Byung Lim, then both appear at the end. Jenilee and Byung are standing and signing, against a grey background, and wearing periwinkle blue t-shirts. Jenilee has wide-rimmed eyeglasses and shoulder-length hair, and Byung has short salt and pepper hair.

FEMA-Gallaudet Disaster & Emergency Planning Program Career Information Session

Go Maegan Shanks! We are grateful for your presence and grace in action every day!

Maegan "Meg" Shanks is a hidden gem of the DMV area. She is not only a faculty at Gallaudet University, but she is heavily invovled with project designs and emergency planning for the university. On top of everything she is juggling on campus, she is also a doctoral candidate at American University and her focus is on international education policy making and implementation angled around disability and development, language justice, and intersectonality within the international development field. Besides the academic part, her passion for humanity is beyond words.