April 15, 2024
Discrimination against the Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Hard of Hearing, and Late Deafened communities extends far beyond social exclusion; it also creates a substantial economic toll. Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the multifaceted repercussions of discrimination on the Deaf population, uncovering its profound economic implications. In this webinar, we will explore how systemic barriers, attitudinal biases, and inaccessible environments contribute to economic disparities within the Deaf communities. From limited employment opportunities to disparities in healthcare access and education, discrimination permeates various facets of life for Deaf people, resulting in tangible financial barriers.
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DeAnna Swope (she/hers) is a community advocate at heart and has been involved in different fields. She was a program director at BRIDGES, a Deaf-led domestic violence program in Georgia and currently working as a Senior Program Associate at Activating Change. She is also the CEO and founder of Diamond Speaks LLC. DeAnna was the host of the Be Bold and Be Heard show. DeAnna obtained a BA in social and criminal justice and an MA in public administration. She is a happily married mother of five children and grandmother of an adorable 1 year old granddaughter.
Martina Moore-Reid (she/hers) has been a resident of North Carolina since 2005. She works with the Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing as a Community Accessibility Specialist, and has worked there for over 19 years. Also, Martina served on the National Black Deaf Advocates in various positions such as Secretary, Southern Regional Representative for two terms, Advisory Board, and is currently the Treasurer. Martina was one of the five ladies who founded the Advocacy Services for Abused Deaf Victims in Rochester, New York. Martina is a well-known leader, strong advocate, and great-hearted to the Deaf community. She loves crafting, reading books, and socializing with great family and friends.
Nicolyn Plummer (she/hers) is a servant leader who offers humanitarian contributions to Deaf communities. She is also a consultant and Assistant Director of the Be Bold and Be Heard show. Nicolyn has obtained her BA in Criminal Justice and her MSW in Social Work from NYU.