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The Global Week of the Deaf is celebrated every year for the whole week concluding on the final Sunday in September (IWD). IWD is commemorated in 2022 from September 19 to September 25. Developing Inclusive Societies for All is the focus of the 2022 World Week of Deaf People. It was initially introduced in 1958 in Rome, Italy, to honour the month in which the first Global Congress of the WFD was convened. It is a project of the WFD (World Federation of the Deaf).
Key Takeaways
- A week-long national commemoration of Deaf people and the Australian Deaf community was known as the NWDP (National Week of Deaf People).
- This includes commemorating the World Federation of the Deaf’s programs IWDP (International Week of Deaf People) and International Day of Sign Languages (IDSL) (WFD).
- Based on the WFD’s foundation date, these two events are customarily held in September (23 Sep 1951).
- In addition to raising public awareness of regional, statewide, and federal Deaf groups and honouring their accomplishments, it provides an occasion for Deaf individuals to commemorate their communities, languages, cultures, and histories.
The World Week of The Deaf
The last week of September is Global Week of the Deaf, which highlights the achievements of those who are deaf and advocates for their rights. (It is also referred to as the International Week of Deaf People or the Deaf Awareness Week.)
Organisations encourage various events and informative efforts to raise awareness of deafness throughout this week. Companies and organisations frequently honour the day as well. Events for spreading awareness are also held in classrooms, universities, and colleges.
According to the WHO (World Health Organisation), 466 million individuals worldwide have debilitating hearing loss. Thirty-four million of them are youngsters. 60% of hearing problems in children may be prevented. According to the WHO, 1.1 billion people between 12 and 35 are at risk for hearing loss due to loud contact in social contexts like music festivals.
Deaf Awareness Week
The annual celebration of the Deaf and Tough community, International Week of the Deaf, will take place Sept 19–25, 2022. The subject for this year is “Building Inclusive Societies for All,” reminding us that we must develop relationships that include understanding Deaf people’s problems.
History of the International Week of the Deaf
The Global Day of Sign Languages was established on Sept. 23 by the UN General Assembly on Dec. 19, 2017. (IDSL). Following an initial proposal by the International Union of the Deaf, the proposal was put up by Antigua and Barbuda’s Permanent Representation to the UN (WFD). 97 UN members, notably Canada, co-sponsored the proposal and voted for its passage. The anniversary of Sep 23 has been selected to honour the day in 1951 whenever the WFD was founded. The IDSL seeks to increase people’s perception of gestures and elevate cultural standing.
The IWDeaf (International Week of the Deaf), acknowledged and observed by the WFD in 1958, includes the IDSL during the whole final week in September. The IWDeaf is followed by different Deaf groups across Canada and other nations via various events. Diverse participants, such as parents, colleagues, government entities, qualified gesture recognition translators, and Disabled Person Institutions, must participate in and be involved in these actions (DPOs).
The International Week of the Deaf
The International Week of the Deaf is being held this year from Sept 19 to 25. Every year, it provides an opportunity for individuals to join together to recognize and honour the vibrant Deaf society.
Associated Events
The Global Week of Deaf People can be observed in various ways. People may choose to collect funds for deaf individuals in their area or assist an organisation that helps them.
More minor actions may also be taken by everybody working together, and they will all have a beneficial impact on the Deaf community. One may study the fundamentals of hand signals, enlighten themself on the lives of Deaf people, and discover ways to help and interact with individuals. One can also opt to be proactive by finding out through Deaf people what they believe needs to be changed in the community.
People could opt to participate in addition to completing these excellent actions by obtaining our materials to use with your kids throughout this occasion. The education system is a fantastic method to foster diversity and demonstrate equality since it prepares kids for later years.
Legal rights of the deaf
Each day, prejudice against deaf individuals occurs in society—both consciously and unconsciously. In the UK, no particular law safeguards Deaf individuals from discrimination and equal opportunity. Deaf people might not see themselves as handicapped, yet the Human Rights and Equality Act may classify them as such. The Act on Human Rights may protect if the person feels his rights have been breached because they are deaf. The Delegated Legislation, which was initially implemented in 2010 and will celebrate its 11th milestone next week, should also be considered by Deaf people. This historic piece of law aims to close the inequality gap.
