Christopher / February 3rd, 2019 
Since April of 2017, we been working on making a simple platform to help friends and family of the Deaf community learn ASL, and we’re happy to see it so close to being a finished product. But the work isn’t quite done yet and we need your help. For this. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / October 30th, 2018 After our initial demo launch, we asked for your feedback. Here are some of the changes: New video player slow-motion moved the play button so it doesn’t interfere with the video custom buttons on the player Tools to help you measure your progress while studying progress bar flag that pops. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / October 3rd, 2018 
Hi! My name is _________. The ASL alphabet is an essential function of the language and is often relied upon by beginners to communicate while learning more vocabulary. Check them out below. Challenge: Learn your ABCs, then post a video on Facebook or Instagram fingerspelling your name (add your sign. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / September 25th, 2018 
Every language has art forms centered around it (poetry, music, etc) and ASL is no exception. This post will dive into popular styles and devices used in ASL poetry. Many thanks to Kenneth Lerner, at RIT for interviewing, teaching, and sharing poetry resources! Poetic Devices Speed changes can be used. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / September 8th, 2018 
We contacted Diana Pryntz, Robert Tawney and Marta Tawney, co-founders of Deaf Refugee Advocacy (DRA), to learn more about how the organization started and what they do. To summarize, DRA is a Rochester-based organization that helps Deaf refugees learn English, ASL, culture, and assimilate into the community while staying true. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / August 3rd, 2018 
Read this post to learn about Sign Language Blitz founder, Christopher Morrison! What made you want to start Sign Language Blitz? There are three big reasons why I started Sign Language Blitz. First and foremost I want to give back. Sign Language Blitz [allows me to use] my. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / July 14th, 2018 
Chances are, if you work in service, you’ve had a Deaf customer. If you don’t sign, the language barrier could leave you wondering how to connect. ASL in Customer Service Working with the public is about communication. That’s why Ugly Duck Coffee in Rochester, NY, hosted an ASL crash course. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / June 15th, 2018 
What does being a fitness professional in the Deaf community look like? We linked up with certified personal trainer Janna Luksha to find out. In essence, what services do you offer? “I train at Max Effort Training and the Eastside YMCA and offer 1-on-1, small group personal training, and classes.”. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / June 12th, 2018 
You may be double-checking to make sure you read that right. You did. The Deaflympics are exactly what they sound like– world-wide athletic competitions for the Deaf. They follow a 4 year cycle like the Olympics, but aren’t technically a part of the Paralympics or Olympics. So,. . . + Read More
Amy Lazzaretti / May 17th, 2018 
Today we are spotlighting Cesar Jones, a Rochester, New York entrepreneur with photography businesses who happens to be Deaf. Cesar can you tell us about a little about yourself? Hi there, I’m photographer based in Rochester, New York. As a child, I had an interest in traditional art. After being. . . + Read More
