The ASL Resource Blog

Welcome to The ASL Resource Blog. This is your hub for practical insights and news from the world of communication access.

The articles you’ll find here are created by the staff and friends of Partners Interpreting. We are an agency founded and run by certified interpreters from the Deaf community. We provide a unique perspective grounded in real-world experience. Whether we’re discussing career paths, new technology, or our own programs, our goal is to create a valuable resource for the entire interpreting and Deaf community. 

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Deaf Leaders and Creators Are Shaping Accessibility

Deaf leadership, AI innovation, interpreter wellbeing, and cultural storytelling defined August 2025. Explore how Dr. Caroline Solomon, Gallaudet’s AI center, Shoshannah Stern, and Raymond Antrobus are shaping the future of Deaf education, access, and representation.

Deaf Leadership Shapes Policy Tech and Culture

See how Deaf leadership is moving ASL access forward in policy, tech and culture. Broadcast signing, Gallaudet’s STEM endowment, AI smart glasses, a global advocacy summit and Deaf Rave show what works and how to apply it in your world.

ASL Technology

Technology and Cultural Innovation Are Transforming ASL Accessibility

Recent breakthroughs in ASL accessibility span AI translation ethics, children’s programming, airport apps, and international policing practices. These developments demonstrate how technology and cultural authenticity can work together to create truly inclusive solutions.

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From Viral Hamilton Performance to AI Innovation

ASL interpreter, Deaf advocacy, sign language technology, Deaf education, Hamilton ASL, Google SignTown, student accessibility, Deaf culture news, sign language rights, inclusive education

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Accessibility Isn’t Always About What You See

Disability isn’t always visible, and true accessibility isn’t always a ramp. A recent experience at a theme park revealed how a simple policy, not a tool, can be the most profound form of acknowledgment for the unseen effort of navigating the world.

CART FAQ

Everything You Need to Know About CART Services

After organizing hundreds of CART projects nationwide, I’ve answered every question about Communication Access Realtime Translation. This guide reveals what event planners really need to know about professional live captioning versus automated alternatives.

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Progress and Setbacks Shape Deaf Access Landscape

From groundbreaking media representation to devastating education cuts, this week’s Deaf community news reveals the ongoing struggle between cultural progress and infrastructure threats. As the ADA turns 35, discover why advocacy remains crucial for maintaining hard-won accessibility rights in an ever-changing landscape.

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From Interpreting Student to Certified Professional 

You have the interpreting degree, but do you have the confidence? Many graduates feel unprepared for the real world application. This explores why that readiness gap exists and provides a practical plan to build professional skills through structured mentorship and hands-on experience. 

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The True Cost of ASL Translation

A viral post about “sticker shock” for interpreter costs sparked a vital conversation. We’re breaking down the hidden work behind a sign language translation quote and why real inclusion requires planning for ASL access, not just hoping for leftover budget.

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This Week in Deaf News, from AI Ethics to Policy Battles

ASL news roundup. From a lawsuit demanding ASL at the White House to a fierce debate over AI’s role in sign language, the Deaf community is fighting for authentic representation and holding institutions accountable.

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