Language Deprivation in Deaf Youth: Understanding Behavior, Regulation, & Classroom Support
2026-03-02 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Language Deprivation in Deaf Youth: Understanding Behavior, Regulation and Classroom Support
Dr. Jaime Wilson
March 12 5:00-7:00 CST
Photo background: Classroom close up with a globe and crayon/pencil holder

KCDHH 2026 Deaf & Hard of Hearing Day at the Capitol
2026-03-03 09:30 - 12:30 UTC | Kansas State Capitol, 201 SW 8th Ave,, Topeka, Kansas, 66603
Kansas State Capitol
2nd Floor Rotunda
201 SW 8th Ave, Topeka, KS 66603
For more information contact Executive Director, Robert Cooper (robert.cooper@ks.gov )

March Interpreter Townhall Meeting
2026-03-03 18:30 - 20:30 UTC
MCDHH Interpreter Town Halls are an informal opportunity for interpreters to discuss and interact with MCDHH staff and other Missouri interpreters. It is a good opportunity to express ideas and concerns one sees relating to the community in which they work and provide service. Information gathered may be discussed with staff and commission members in the process of making change.

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MMCD Irish Day Party
2026-03-07 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | William Woods University, 1 University Ave, Fulton, MO, 65251, United States
MMDC Irish Day Party March 7, 2026 10am-5pm William Woods University, Room 006 Fulton, MO 65251
Meat: Corned Beef Cabbage and Roast Beef Drinks will be sold
Please bring vegetable dish
With Covered Dish: $5 No dish: $8 Visitor: $3
Play Fun Games Come and Enjoy Fun Day! Contact: William at Walkercad8@gmail.com

TWP: Deaf Peer Support Group
2026-03-10 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | The Whole Person, 3710 Main St., Kansas City, MO, 64111, United States
You’re Invited
The Whole Person
1:00-3:00
Join us for a fun, inclusive gathering to meet Deaf peers, share experiences, and build connections.
For more information, contact Clark Corogenes at 816-527-8334 (VP) or ccorogenes@thewholeperson.org

2axend: Deaf and Hard of Hearing Experiences in Healthcare Summit
2026-03-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Date: March 12, 2026 (Virtual)
Theme: Beyond Compliance: Equity Through Access

Kick off the spring season with our summit designed for community advocates and healthcare professionals in the areas of patient experience; patient relations; language services; risk management; and accessibility. We will focus on:

Identifying systemic barriers that prevent equitable communication access.
Developing strategies to move beyond minimum compliance toward true equity for Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind, and late-deafened individuals.

For more information, visit www.2axend.com/DHHSummit.

ASL Open Mic and Karaoke
2026-03-14 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | GSLAD Hall, 2190 Creve Coeur Mill Rd, Maryland Heights, MO, 63043, United States
Description: Orange background with a clipart image of a group of people, all holding up with arm in the air, musical notes
FREE ENTRY HONORING DEAF HISTORY MONTH Through Storytelling, Poetry, Speeches, and Karaoke Afterwards
March 14, 2026 DOOR OPENS: 5:00PM and show starts at 6:00PM
Deaf Vendors Booth –$10 Food and buy Drinks at the Bar—Voce Interpretation Available
Vendors at the bottom: SignBridge, Kick at the Lou, and GSLAD

Interp WS:This is the Impact of Our Profession
2026-03-15 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Flyer description: Black background with white, orange, and green text and a picture of a woman with brown long curly hair, and glasses wearing a dark shirt, with the words Presenter: Juliana Apfel, CDI
New offering from IGNIX this March!!
A panel + workshop.
This Is the Impact of Our Profession
Through Deaf Eyes. Now What?
Panel (1 hour) *1p-2p*:
Black and Brown Deaf individuals share lived experience within the criminal legal system and the real impact of interpreting.
Workshop (2 hours) *2p-4p*:
An interactive workshop including individual and small-group activities, breakout rooms, guided discussion, and short presentations focused on accountability and shifts in legal interpreting practice.
March 15, 2026 (1:00–4:00 PM EST)

Panel: 1–2 PM
Workshop: 2–4 PM

-Virtual (Zoom)
0.3 Legal CEUs (RID CMP approved)
Regular rate: $150
Early Bird rate: $125 until 3/8
***Panelists are paid for their time***
Once harm is visible, what happens next?
Register via link / QR code
https://ignixllc.com/register-for-ignix-workshops/

DSA Webinar: Chair Yoga for Strength, Balance, and Relaxation
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Chair Yoga for Strength, Balance & Relaxation
Date/Time: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:00PM Eastern
Presenter: Sherri Gjerdingen, Zunity Lifestyle
Chair Yoga for Strength, Balance & Relaxation is a gentle, accessible yoga session designed to
support overall wellness for adults of all abilities. Using a chair for support, this class focuses on
simple movements and stretches to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and
relaxation—without the need to get down on the floor.
Led by experienced instructor, Sherri Gjerdingen of Zunity Lifestyle, this session is ideal for
beginners, older adults, and anyone seeking a safe, low-impact way to stay active. Participants
are encouraged to move at their own pace while building confidence, reducing stress, and
reconnecting with their bodies in a supportive and welcoming environment.
What You Will Learn:
● Safe, seated strength and balance techniques to support everyday movement and
stability
● Simple stretching and breathing exercises to reduce tension, improve circulation, and
promote relaxation
● Practical stress-relief and mindfulness tools that can be easily incorporated into daily
routines at home
Accessibility: Presented in ASL, voiced in English, and fully captioned
Presented in Partnership With: CSD Access & AARP
Registration: Click this link to register
https://csdvirtual.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PNteEI0YSU6P97s5VanRxA

Interp. WS: Virtual Ethical Discussion Series
2026-03-18 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-15 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-20 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Online
Join us to discuss a different set of ethical questions/concepts each month.
Third Wednesday of each month. (2/18/26, 3/18/26, 4/15/26, 5/20/26, 6/17/26, 7/15/26, 8/19/26, 9/16/26, 10/21/26, 11/18/26, 12/16/26).
5pm-8 pm CST
Held on Zoom
0.3 RID CEUs
$10/meeting| Students attend free of charge!
questions: jennifertimmerman@lampstl.org 314-722-4011

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MCDHH Virtual Town Hall Meeting for Deaf Consumers
2026-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
VIRTUAL DEAF TOWN HALL MEETING
JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL DEAF TOWN HALL MEETING ON THURSDAY, MARCH 19TH FROM 6:00-8:00PM HOSTED BY MCDHH. DEAF MISSOURIANS ARE INVITED TO SHARE THEIR IDEAS AND WANT TO SEE IN STATE SERVICES. THIS MEETING WILL BE IN ASL AND MODERATED BY NATHAN JOHNSTON, DEAF COMMUNITY ADVOCATE. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE. QR CODE.
IF ACCOMMODATIONS ARE NEEDED PLEASE LET US KNOW BY MARCH 1ST. NATHAN.JOHNSTON@MCDHH.MO.GOV

Strike It Up! ASL Bowling Night (DEAF, Inc)
2026-03-21 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Olivette Lanes, 9520 Olive Blvd, Olivette, MO, 63132
Everyone is Invited!
Open to All Ages!
Bowling Pizza Soda Raffle Prizes
Buy a Lane
Team of 4- $100
Team of 6-$140
See website for registeration

DSA Webinar: Alcohol Use and Trauma in the Deaf Community
2026-03-25 14:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
Alcohol Use and Trauma in the Deaf Community
Date/Time: Tuesday, March 25, 2026 | 3:30–4:30 PM Eastern
Moderator: Sherri Collins, Executive Director, Deaf Seniors of America
Presenters: Dr. Melissa Anderson and the Deaf YES! Empowerment and Recovery Team
Alcohol Use and Trauma in the Deaf Community is an informative webinar designed to increase
understanding of how trauma and alcohol use intersect within the Deaf community. This session
centers Deaf experiences and highlights culturally responsive, accessible approaches to healing
and recovery.
Participants will be introduced to the Signs of Safety project, a therapy approach developed
specifically for Deaf individuals navigating trauma and alcohol use. The webinar emphasizes
accessible support systems, community-based care, and practical insights for individuals,
families, and service providers.
What You Will Learn:
● Connection between trauma and alcohol use within the Deaf community
● Overview of the Signs of Safety approach and how it supports recovery
● Accessible and culturally appropriate paths to support and healing
Accessibility: Presented in ASL, voiced in English, and fully captioned
Presented in Partnership With: DeafHealth & CSD Access
Registration: Click this link to register
https://csdvirtual.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RmBLI47ETge43wiqTwWudQ#/registration

2026-03-28 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Indian Creek Library, 16100 W 135th St, Olathe, KS, 66062, United States
Touch of Technology Kansas

Kansas Relay Touch of Technology: Hands-On Experience for DeafBlind People

When: March 28, 2026
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Where: Indian Creek Library
16100 W 135th Street Olathe, Kansas

*Free Admission
*Hands-On Demonstrations
* Workshops
*Exhibitors
*Lunch will be provided.

Registration is required: Kansas Relay DeafBlind Touch of Technology- Attendees Registration – Fill out form
For more information, contact: Cady Macfee
Cady.Macfee@T-Mobile.com
Text: 913 309 6618

Cady Macfee (She/Her/Hers)
Accessibility Relationship Manager
Mobile 913-309-6618
T-Mobile.com | Follow T-Mobile on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram

Sipping & Signing
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Cafe Corazon, 110 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO, 64108
The Whole Person logo
Sipping & Signing
Saturday, April 4th 1:00-3:00pm
Cafe Corazon 110 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
LOGO Join us for coffee, pastries, and ASL! Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late Deafened Adults, ASL Students, and famileis with d/hh and nonverbal children, we would love to sign with you!

Experiencing Deaf Culture Through Deaf Cinema
2026-04-04 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
Participants will learn about language deprivation and the cultural phenomenon of “the dinner table
syndrome,” the increased risk of mental health challenges that Deaf and hard of hearing people
face, and how these experiences manifest in Deaf Culture and how the Deaf community cope with
these challenges. Interpreters will be able to examine how they might see these issues manifest in
their interpreting jobs and how they can contribute to reduction of these barriers. These topics will
be explored through viewing and discussing three short films written and/or directed by Charlie
Ainsworth: Dinner Table Syndrome, Glass Cage, and The Deaf Do Not Beg.
Presenters: Charlie Ainsworth and Edward Bart
Mr. Ainsworth has been making films since 2018 in the Deaf and hearing communities. He has a BA in
Theater Arts and History from Gallaudet, and an MFA in screenwriting from the David Lynch Graduate
School of Cinematic Arts. He is the founder of the filmmaking company Angry Deaf People Production.
Dr. Bart has taught ASL and Deaf Culture classes for over 15 years. Currently, he serves as the director of
the BA in ASL at Wichita State University. He researches media representation of Deaf people and audism.
Target Audience: Working interpreters. Interpreting students are also welcome at a reduced fee.
Attendees can earn 0.3 PS RID CEUS.
Details on registration fees, refunds and cancellations can be found on the registration form.
Please register for the workshop using the link below or QR code above:
https://wichitastate.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0uCM0SGt5aHmCTI
Voice interpreting will not be provided as participants are assumed to be proficient in communicating in
ASL. Other requests for reasonable accommodations, in addition to any questions about the workshop can
be sent to Edward Bart at edward.bart@wichita.edu

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DARTS Tournament (GSLAD)
2026-04-11 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | GSLAD Hall, 2190 Creve Coeur Mill Rd, Maryland Heights, MO, 63043, United States
Fans and Players: $5 at the door
*Please bring quarters for the Dart Machines
Brats or Hamburger w/ Fries: $10
For Individual and Team pricing, please see website.

ASL Storytime at St. Louis Public Library (DEAF, Inc.)
2026-04-11 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Carpenter Library (St. Louis Public Library), 3309 S. Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63118, United States
St. Louis Public Library Carpentar Branch
Join us for Storytes signed in ASL followed by crafts and social time for children and famlies.
See website for details.

Deaf Legislative Day
2026-04-15 | Missouri State Capitol, 700 E Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, Missouri, 65101
SAVE THE DATE
DEAF LEGISLATIVE DAY
AT JEFFERSON CITY CAPITAL
WEDNESDAY
APRIL 15, 2026

Interp. WS: 2axend: Deaf in Healthcare FOR INTEPRETERS Connecting Care, Closing Gaps
2026-04-17 08:00 - 2026-04-19 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Date: April 17–19, 2026 (Virtual)
Theme: Connecting Care, Closing Gaps

In April, we’re hosting the 6th annual summit for sign language interpreters who interpret in healthcare settings. This platform allows practitioners to collaborate with stakeholders and healthcare professionals to:

Elevate the quality of healthcare interpreting.
Optimize the provision of services to ensure seamless, consumer-centric care.

For more information, visit www.2axend.com/summit.

MCDHH Commission Meeting 4.23.2026
2026-04-23 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Compass Health Center, 3515 Amazonas Drive, Jefferson City, MO, 65109
Come and join us for the MCDHH Commission meeting in person or by webex link.
Meeting link:
https://stateofmo.webex.com/stateofmo/j.php?MTID=maad77e750703860f5e98e6c965369f69
Meeting number:
2861 150 6752
Meeting password:
[REDACTED]
Join from a video system or application
Dial 28611506752@stateofmo.webex.com
You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.
Join by phone
1-650-479-3207 Toll
+1-312-535-8110 Toll
Access code: [REDACTED]
Global call-in numbers
https://stateofmo.webex.com/stateofmo/globalcallin.php?MTID=mbebc04bd9d0846d60802e45819b51a56

Interp WS: All Flavors of Interpreting "Where EVERY Interpreter Adds Something Unique
2026-04-24 13:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 (America/Chicago)
All Flavors Conference Flyer
A free In-Person Conference for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Hearing Interpreters
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Illinois Deaf and Hard of hearing Commission

Missouri Assoc. of the Deaf (MoAD) General Meeting
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Delta Indepent Living Center, 3837 McClay Road, St. Peters, MO, 63376
MoAD Logo: Black silhouette of the state of Missouri with a yellow ring and black lettering: SINCE 1904 across the top and MISSOURI ASSOCIATION OF THE DEAF, INC. along the bottom of the ring. Across the state shape, in yellow letters: Protect MOAD Promote Preserve. All encompassed in a black frame.
OPEN TO ALL
April 25th-St. Louis
Delta Center for Independent Living
3837 McClay Rd, St. Peters, MO 63376
10:00a-2:00p

DSA Webinar: Sleep, Memory, and the Aging Brain: Why Rest Matters
2026-04-30 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago)
Sleep, Memory, and the Aging Brain: Why Rest Matters
Date/TIme: Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 2:00 – 3:30PM Eastern
Presenter: Dr. Jaime Wilson
Accessibility: Presented in ASL, voiced in English, and fully captioned
Presented in Partnership With: CSD Access & AARP
Registration: https://csdvirtual.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_05HQDAl1Q9iS7o3zfj6n6w

Interp. WS: National ASL Interpreter Income Study: Results & Ethical Discussion for St. Louis Interpreters.
2026-05-02 09:00 - 16:30 UTC | Paraquad, 5240 Oakland Ave., St. Louis, MO, 63110, United States
National ASL Interpreter Income Study
For too long, conversations about interpreter income, rates, and finances have been swept under the rug.
This engaging session presents results from the first-of-its-kind National ASL Interpreter Income Study. This isn’t just
about raw numbers; it’s about understanding the nuance and context of the interpreter experience. We are sharing
rich demographic, sentiment, and workplace information, all presented in clear, compelling graphics. We will explore
how various factors overlap and align, with income data that has real meaning after it’s been adjusted for regional
cost of living.
This session isn’t just a data dump. It’s an invitation to evidence-based dialogue. We’ll confront pervasive myths and
anecdotes with hard data, fostering a space for honest discussion. You’ll have the chance to consider real-world
applications, impacts on your own practice, and how you can bring this vital information back to your own
communities.
It’s time for interpreters to get ahead of the curve. It’s time to understand how our relationship with money impacts
our work, ourselves, and the Deaf community. Join us to explore this unprecedented data, engage in vital
conversations guided by evidence and equity and contribute to the positive change our field desperately needs.

Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
*Analyze and assess at least one common narrative about
interpreter income, utilizing both new and existing data
*Examine their own business practices, reflecting on the
emotions, narratives, and evidence that have contributed to
their decisions
*Describe at least two areas of business practices where
interpreter practitioners and/or students could benefit from
further exploration, research, and information-sharing.

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Paraquad will be the hosting location
5240 Oakland Ave 63110.
There is plenty of free parking just off of Macklind, and accessible parking by the front door.
The new deadline to make an accommodations request is April 24th by 11:59 pm
If you would like to preview some of the information the research garnered go to this website and a free copy of the report will be sent to your inbox.

website: Insightful Interpreter Research Website

DSA Webinar: Understanding the RMD (Required Minimum Distribution from IRAs)
2026-05-13 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 2:00- 3:00 PM Eastern
Presenter: James Rooney, Morgan Stanley

Don’t Give Your Money to the IRS: Avoiding the 25% Penalty is an educational webinar
designed to help older adults better understand required minimum distributions (RMDs) and
other common retirement account rules that can trigger IRS penalties as high as 25%. This
session focuses on common tax pitfalls and practical strategies to help you keep more of your
money where it belongs.
Join James Rooney of Morgan Stanley for a practical, plain-language presentation that breaks
down what the IRS expects, where people often go wrong, and how to avoid costly penalties.
Whether you manage your finances independently or work with an advisor, this webinar will
provide clarity, confidence, and actionable knowledge to support informed financial decisions.
This session is educational in nature and ideal for retirees, pre-retirees, and anyone helping
manage finances for an older adult.
What You Will Learn:
● What triggers the IRS 25% penalty and how required minimum distributions (RMDs)
work
● Common retirement account mistakes—and simple steps to avoid them
● Smart planning strategies to stay compliant and protect your retirement income
Accessibility: Presented in ASL, voiced in English, and fully captioned
Presented in Partnership With: CSD Access
Registration: https://csdvirtual.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4wmPGpXzTI-mMhS5P4Ox8Q

Delta + MCDHH: Open Town Hall & Consumer Directed Services
2026-05-30 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Delta Center and MCDHH bring you:
YOUR FUTURE. YOUR VOICE. YOUR RIGHTS.

Deaf & Hard of hearing Community Town Hall
Educational Workshop

May 30, 2026 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

GSLAD Hall

Come Share Your Concerns, Experiences & Wishes about the Future
This community discussion is designed expecially for Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind, late-deafened individuals, seniors, family member, and supporters.

Topics may include:

NURSING HOMES & LONG-TERM CARE CONCERNS
REHAB FACILITIES & COMMUNICATIONS ACCESS
INDPENEDENT LIVING OPTIONS
AGING WITH DIGNITY
FEAR OF ISOLATION OR LOSING COMMUNICATION ACCESS
RIGHTS UNDER ADA & ACCESSIBILITY LAWS
FURTURE PLANNING & COMMUNITY SUPPORTS

LEARN ABOUT CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES (CDS)
WHAT IT IS; HOW CAN CDS HELP YOU STAY INDEPENDENT; HIRING ATTENDANTS; DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CDS AND IN-HOME CARE

SOCIAL SECURITY BASICS: SSI VS SSDI VS SSA RETIREMENT; WORK AND BENEFITS INFORMATION; COMMON MISUNDERSTANDINGS; RESOURCES AND SUPPORT OPTIONS

ASL FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT; OPEN COMMUNITY DISCUSSION ENCOURAGED; DEAF COMMUNITY CENTERED; LIGHT REFRESHMENS/SNACKS MAY BE PROVIDED

APRIL MASON-DONOVAN, COORDINATOR OF DEAF/HH PROGRAM, VP: 636-279-4536, APRILMASONDONOVAN@DCIL.ORG

SPONSORED BY: MISSOURI COMMISSION FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING

WORKSHOP AND DISCUSSION WILL BE CONDUCTED IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Family Camp 2026
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-07 | Camp Pin Oak Campground, 1191 Camp Pin Oak Dr, Kaiser, MO, 65407, United States
Click for the APPLICATION
2026 DHH FAMILY CAMP Packet

Hello everyone!
We have exciting news to share! We are thrilled to announce our Second Annual Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Family Camp at the Lake of the Ozark State Park in Kaiser, MO! This special weekend event brings families with deaf and hard of hearing children together to connect, build friendships, and grow their support network. Along with meaningful connections, we will enjoy fun activities and share valuable resources for families.
THIS IS NO COST TO FAMILIES OF D/HH CHILDREN AGES UP TO 18.
This will be at Lake of Ozarks State Park at Camp Pin Oak Campground in Kaiser, MO
We can’t wait to see you there!

You can obtain the application by clicking on the DHH FAMILY CAMP APPLICATION Packet and downloading it.
You have the option to either email it to Amber.Carter@mcdhh.mo.gov or print a hard copy and mail it to:
Amber Carter
DHH FAMILY CAMP
3216 Emerald Lane, Suite B
Jefferson City, MO 65109
DEADLINE IS ON MAY 8, 2026

Any questions or concerns? Please contact
amber.carter@mcdhh.mo.gov
VP: 573-335-9565
