Advocates for Deaf Awareness and Accesibility

06/11/2025

FOR YOUR INFORMATION!!

Hello to all hearing students and professionals!

This is not your decision, because many are not familiar with the background and purpose of the Filipio Sign Language Law. It ensures that Deaf and hearing interpreters work together for true communication access.

Let’s show respect for Deaf culture and FSL!

05/11/2025

04/11/2025

DEAF LEADERS AND TEACHERS HAVE THE TRUE KNOWLEDGE!! 🗣

Under Republic Act No. 11106 (The FSL Law), FSL is recognized as the national sign language of the Filipino Deaf.

Let’s honor and protect its authenticity by ensuring it is taught and led by Deaf educators.

03/11/2025

Jason is not a stereotype.

A Deaf master barista with amazing skills, proving that talent has no limits! 💪

We are very proud of you, Jason. Keep it up! 🙂

03/11/2025

Motivation:
"The aim of our post is to raise awareness among hearing people about Deaf culture our uniqueness, language, skills, and education from various schools and institutions. We encourage everyone to understand that Deaf people can do anything, just like anyone else."
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We believe Deaf people’s skills and talents show the hearing world how Deaf individuals use their hands and visual focus to succeed.

Deaf people can engage in a wide variety of activities and hold many jobs, provided that appropriate accommodations are in place.

* Arts and Entertainment (actors, painters, musicians using vibrations, dancers)
* Business and Finance (managers, accountants, entrepreneurs)
* Education (teachers, professors, researchers)
* Healthcare (doctors in various fields, nurses, therapists)
* Technology (software developers, IT specialists, engineers)
* Skilled Trades (carpenters, mechanics, chefs)
* Sports (professional athletes, coaches)
* More etcs
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What is a stereotype? And why do some people still think Deaf people can’t do anything?

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Watch this video to learn more and for an explanation:
🔗 https://youtu.be/Qm6IxpJtASM

We’d love to hear your feedback or comments! Our team will respond to you. We appreciate your support!

01/11/2025

Hello to all Deaf and Hoh communities!

Advocates for Deaf Awareness and Accessibility (ADAA) invites you to an empowering seminar focused on professional ethics and self-care for Deaf employees.

This session aims to strengthen understanding of workplace ethics, promote self-awareness, and encourage personal well-being among Deaf professionals.

Theme: "Deaf Employee and Professional Ethics, Care for Yourself"

📅 Date: November 29, 2025
📍 Location: [To be updated]
🕒 Time: Afternoon [To be updated]
⚠️ Limited slots available (only 15 - 30 minimize participants.

If you are interested in joining us,
please register limited slots available (only 15 - 30minimize participants).

Fresh graduate Deaf students are welcome to join!
We encourage new graduates to participate, learn, and connect with the Deaf community. This is a great opportunity to gain insights, meet fellow advocates, and be part of our ADAA seminar.

We kindly ask you to confirm your interest interested so we can count the number of participants..

You may also comment below to confirm your interest. 👇👇

Thank you and have a wonderful day!

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Please follow this register form: 👇👇

https://forms.gle/WoUDBcEvGr43vUx49

31/10/2025

The Deaf community embraces a unique and vibrant form of communication through Filipino Sign Language (FSL), a fully developed language that embodies their identity, culture, and pride. 🙂

30/10/2025

Please read this carefully first and keep in mind:

Advocates for Deaf Awareness and Accessibility (ADAA) Team Permission to Post on I-Pilipino Page :

We are glad that the I-Pilipino page has posted an advocacy on the media Filipino Sign Language (FSL) Introduction.:
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/1C2BLXMqg8/

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Formal Request:

We respectfully request that Sir Edu Cabut invite Deaf instructors, leaders, and representatives from Olongapo and nearby provinces, or coordinate with Deaf organizations, to take the lead in teaching Filipino Sign Language (FSL) and promoting the culture, identity, diversity, and pride of the Filipino Deaf community.

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It is important that FSL be taught by Deaf signers, not by hearing individuals teaching other hearing people, because FSL and its culture truly belong to the Deaf community. We humbly encourage you to contact Deaf organizations, guest signers, and FSL interpreters as resource persons for your activities.

Why is it important to learn from Deaf native signers?
Deaf native signers are the real experts! They don’t just teach you the language but also the culture. Plus, they'll help you avoid mistakes that non-native signers might make.

📖 Source link: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1164672725556127/?mibextid=Nif5oz

Whatever your needs may be, we are here to help. You may also connect with other Deaf organizations that would be glad to serve as guests, collaborators, or partners in your programs and workplace initiatives.

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For your information:

Former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte signed the Filipino Sign Language Act (Republic Act No. 11106) on October 30, 2018, officially recognizing Filipino Sign Language (FSL) as the national sign language of the Philippines.

Today, our Deaf community primarily uses FSL, not ASL (American Sign Language).
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If you would like to consult or get in touch with Sir Edu Cabut, who is a hearing instructor, please send us a personal message we’ll be happy to connect you with him.

Feel free to share your comments below!

29/10/2025

Celebrating Filipino Sign Language (FSL) Day! 👐

Today is a special occasion to celebrate and appreciate the rich culture and language of the Deaf community in the Philippines.

We are truly grateful to former President Rodrigo Duterte for signing the Filipino Sign Language (FSL) Law, Republic Act No. 11106, Officially recognizing FSL as the national sign language of the Filipino Deaf community.

We deeply honor the unwavering efforts of Deaf leaders and the entire Filipino Deaf community, who never gave up in advocating for full accessibility and recognition. FSL is not just a language; it is a symbol of identity, culture, and equal communication for all.

Filipino Sign Language is a vital part of our nation’s linguistic diversity. May this day inspire continued support, inclusivity, and greater understanding of FSL and Deaf culture.

Let’s celebrate Deaf pride, accessibility, and unity! 🤟

Together, we continue advocating for a more inclusive Philippines.

28/10/2025

Some hearing people believe that Filipino Sign Language (FSL) seems to mock Deaf people.

However, FSL is not a joke.

Filipino Sign Language is the national language of the Filipino Deaf community. It is a complete language with its own grammar, culture, and history. FSL expresses Deaf identity, pride, and communication. Please respect our language and our community.

28/10/2025

FSL Training for Inclusive Work Environments

ADAA’s Filipino Sign Language (FSL) training promotes inclusive communication by empowering both Deaf and hearing participants. This includes hearing staff such as nurses, healthcare professionals, teachers, lawyers, government personnel, and corporate employees, ensuring they gain the knowledge and skills to interact respectfully and effectively with the Deaf community. Through collaborative learning, we build workplaces and institutions that are accessible, culturally aware, and barrier-free. 🙂