Join the ASDC CommunityBecome a member of the American Society for Deaf Children (ASDC) and gain access to exclusive resources, discounts, and meaningful opportunities to connect, learn, and grow within the Deaf community.Member BenefitsUnlock exclusive savings and access to programs designed for families, professionals, and advocates.🤟 Practice ASL in Real TimeEnjoy five FREE sessions with:SignOn – practice ASL with a Deaf ambassador and choose your conversation topicsFriends Like Me – weekly chats for children with other Deaf peers their age🎟️ Discounts on Events & ProgramsMembers receive special pricing on:Annual Family ConferencesEducational workshopsCommunity events and trainings📚 Online Classes & WebinarsGet discounted access to a wide range of virtual learning opportunities:FREE members-only webinars8-week ASL courses (beginner to advanced)Monthly sessions led by Deaf mentors and expertsSpanish ASL classes offered throughout the year🌎 ASL Weekend ExperienceParticipate in ASDC’s interactive two-day ASL workshop, held across the country.A unique opportunity for families and professionals to deepen their ASL skills through immersive learning and community connection.💻 myASLTech DiscountAccess ASL learning tools at a reduced rate:Only $10/month with ASDC member discount🎬 Accessible Media LibraryGain full access to the Described and Captioned Media Program (DCMP):Thousands of educational videosCaptions and audio descriptionsAvailable in English, Spanish, and ASL

Interpreter Sandbox SpaceSkill Development Program for Deaf & Hearing InterpretersPractice. Observe. Grow. — together.The Interpreter Sandbox Space is a flexible, hands-on program designed for interpreters in training and working interpreters to build real-world skills through observation, practice, and collaboration in a supportive environment.Participants can attend live events, practice in a dedicated sandbox channel, and gain experience working alongside certified interpreters in trilingual teams.🤟 Who This Is ForInterpreters in trainingDeaf interpretersHearing interpretersBilingual and trilingual interpretersInterpreters preparing for certification🎯 What You’ll GainObserve professional interpreters in real classes and workshopsPractice voicing, teaming, feeding, and trilingual collaborationBuild confidence in a low-risk, supportive spaceAccess recordings of your interpreting for self-review (depending on plan)Gain hours toward certification pathwaysOpportunities to step into real interpreter roles💳 Monthly Access OptionsOption A – Core Access ($75/month)Up to 8 hours of event accessParticipate in sandbox practiceAdd $5 per recording as desiredOption B – Expanded Access ($120/month)Up to 16 hours of event accessIncludes recordings of your interpreting practiceOption C – Unlimited Access ($150/month) (capped by space)Unlimited event access (with RSVP/approval)Includes everything in previous optionsAll recordings includedCEUs for any CEU-bearing events attended⭐ Advanced Opportunity (Option C)After completing at least one practice event to verify preparedness:Participants receive priority (“dibs”) to serve as the non-certified interpreter for an event in the following month.This may be:A paid role, ORVolunteer hours toward certification🎓 Certification SponsorshipParticipants who volunteer as non-certified interpreters can earn sponsorship toward certification exams:15 hours → BEI test sponsored ($330)25 hours → Partial CASLI support40 hours → Full CASLI sponsorship ($950)🤝 Volunteer Track IncludedCount hours toward Alternative Pathway requirementsBuild real interpreting experiencePriority access to interpreter roles after completing a practice event and participating in Option C⚠️ Important NotesSpace may be limited for certain eventsRSVP/approval required for unlimited access participantsThis program is designed for skill development and does not guarantee certification eligibilityJoin a community committed to growing the next generation of interpreters while expanding access for Deaf communities.

💛 Why Your Support MattersEvery Deaf child deserves full access to language.Yet many Deaf and hard of hearing children—especially those in multilingual and immigrant families—face barriers to communication at home, in school, and in their communities. Without early and consistent language access, children are at risk of language deprivation, which can impact education, relationships, and long-term opportunities.Your donation helps change that.🌍 What Your Gift SupportsYour support allows ASDC to:• Provide free and low-cost ASL classes for families• Offer trilingual access (ASL, English, and Spanish) so more families can participate• Compensate Deaf instructors and interpreters• Create accessible, culturally responsive learning spaces• Develop resources for families navigating education, healthcare, and daily life🤟 The ImpactWhen families learn ASL, everything changes.Children gain:• Stronger communication at home'• Greater confidence and self-expression• Deeper connection with their families and communityFamilies gain:• Tools to advocate for their children• A sense of belonging• A pathway to connection—not isolation✨ Give What You CanEvery contribution—no matter the size—helps expand access to language, connection, and opportunity.If any of our classes or programs has made an impact on you, consider paying it forward so another family can have the same experience.🙏 Thank YouThank you for supporting Deaf children, families, and accessible communication for all.Together, we are building a more inclusive and connected world. 🤟