National Association of the Deaf (NAD)
The National Association of the Deaf is a national nonprofit led by and for Deaf and hard of hearing people. It works for civil rights, legal access, public policy, education, technology access, and youth leadership across the United States. Its legal center gives information, advocacy support, referrals, and takes select civil rights impact cases, but it does not usually provide individual legal representation.
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The NAD Law and Advocacy Center educates, advocates, and litigates on behalf of and to empower deaf and hard of hearing people.This program provides:- Advocacy - Education- Legal assistancePlease... Main Services navigating the system advocacy & legal aid Serving all ages deaf or hard of hearing individuals families limited english caregivers
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What they offer 7
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Law & Advocacy CenterService
Provides legal information, advocacy support, legal advice, referrals, and select civil rights impact litigation for deaf and hard of hearing people.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Civil Rights & Legal AdvocacyProgram
Works to protect deaf and hard of hearing people from discrimination in schools, workplaces, health care, and public life.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Public Policy & Government AffairsProgram
Advocates for federal laws and policies that improve communication access, education, employment, health care, technology, and civic participation.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Language Access & EducationProgram
Supports full language access, early ASL exposure, and fair education for deaf children and students.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Technology & Accessibility AdvocacyProgram
Pushes for access in media, emergency systems, streaming, sports, and technology so deaf and hard of hearing people are not left out.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
Youth Leadership & EmpowermentProgram
Runs youth leadership programs, including Junior NAD and Youth Leadership Camp, to build confidence, identity, leadership, and community.
- Recently verified· Jun 29
58th Biennial NAD Conference: Roots and RisingEvent
A national gathering with workshops, training sessions, exhibits, business meetings, alumni gatherings, cultural events, College Bowl, ASL Slam, and community activities.
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