National Hispanic Latino Association of the Deaf
The mission for National Hispanic Latino Association of the Deaf NHLAD is to build an alliance between Deaf Latino and the Hispanic community through the preservation of the language culture customs. We recognize the importance of gaining empowerment through the promotion of leadership and education in the Hispanic and Latino community. It focuses on establishing partnerships engaging the community serving as a resource and assisting youth
These initiatives include community-building social events and workshops on leadership Latin American history and culture as well as the Deaf Hispanic Latino Spotlight which celebrates the achievements of individuals within the community. The Sign to Se as Project helps hearing families learn basic signs with plans to expand to include Latin American sign languages. We also offer a youth program to support the development of skills leadership identity and involvement in activities that expand their future prospects NHLAD outreach extends both nationally.