Welcome to the National Black Deaf Advocates (NBDA) Web site.
NBDA
is the official voice of Black deaf and hard of hearing Americans
- a community that has historically been neglected in terms of provision
of equal access to education, employment and social services.
2009 National Black Deaf Advocates Conference "Moving to a Higher Level: Change Starts from Within" July 28 – August 1, 2009 Phoenix, Arizona
Latest News
Make Your Vote Count. Are You Registered to Vote?
Many states close voter registration this week prior to Election Day in November. Check your state for registration deadline. If you are not registered to vote, register now and make your vote count. NBDA advises you to exercise the right to vote. A web site voteforchange.com provides easy-to-use tools for you to register to vote. Register Now.
10/1/08
President Bush Signs ADA Amendments Act into Law
NBDA applauds President George W. Bush for signing ADA Amendments Act into Law to guarantee broader protection for anyone who faces discrimination on the basis of disability. The Act becomes effective January 1, 2009.
9/29/08
NBDA Urges You To Prepare for A Series of Incoming Hurricanes Ready.gov offers three steps for you to prepare, plan, and stay informed on the series of incoming Tropical Storms and Hurricanes Hanna, Ike, and Josephine that may impact your area. Ready.gov also instructs what basic emergency supply kit items are needed in case you are advised to evacuate when the hurricane is expected to be in your area.
9/4/08
Shelters for Residents Who Took Refuge from Hurricane Gustav
The Louisiana Department of Social Services has created a newsletter for residents who took refuge from Hurricane Gustav. Currently, nine states are sheltering residents and this newsletter is a way to ensure that you have access to the most up-to-date information and important phone numbers. Click here to download newsletter.
9/4/08
An Interview With NBDA's First Miss Black Deaf America Queen
NBDA commemorates the 25th Anniversary of the first Miss Black Deaf America Queen Ronnie Mae Tyson-Jones. An exclusive interview conducted by Ernest E. Garrett III with Mrs. Tyson-Jones features her pageant experiences, making history and the accomplishments since the 25th anniversary of the coronation.
8/25/08
Consumer Survey - Interpreting Cultural Features of Language
Mary Lightfoot is researching on the Deaf People of Color's perspectives on the experiences and preferences with interpretation of cultural features of language. Survey questions are designed to explore specific cultural features of language, effectiveness of interpreting, and strategies for enhancing the interpreting of cultural components of language. Click here to download survey in Word document.
8/18/08
2008 Regional Conferences Highlights & Photos Are Now Available
Second Biennial Regional Black Deaf Advocates Conferences highlights and photos are now available. The successful regional conferences began with the Eastern Region in Washington, DC to Southwestern Region in Little Rock, AR are highlighted including workshops, elections, keynote speakers, and much more!
8/13/08
Make Your Vote Count. Are You Registered to Vote?
Did you know that many states close voter registration early in October prior to Election Day in November? Register now and make your vote count. NBDA encourages members to exercise the right to vote. A web site JustVote.org provides easy-to-use tools for you to register to vote. Register Now.
8/11/08
Next NBDA Newsletter Slated to be Available on September 2008
NBDA is very grateful to Claudia Gordon, Esq., for her management of the NBDA Newsletter 2002-2005 and welcomes her successor, Ernest E. Garrett III as the Newsletter Editor for "NBDA Connections." The next newsletter is expected to be completed by August 31, 2008 and ready for release in September. For additional information, go to the NBDA Connections page
8/4/08
For more than two decades, NBDA has been at the forefront of the
struggle for access, and equity for Black deaf and hard of hearing
people. NBDA's objective is to provide advocacy intended to remedy
past injustices and to stake a share of the American dream for its
members and their families. We welcome your support and partnership
and hope that your navigation through our Web site will be enlightening.