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.🎟️ 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 webinars4-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.🎬 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 SpaceThe Interpreter Sandbox Space gives emerging and developing interpreters a place to observe, practice, and gain real-world experience in a supportive environment.👀 Observe — FREEWatch interpreters in action, attend eligible classes and workshops, and learn from real interpreting settings. Open to everyone.🎥 Sandbox Practice — $20/monthGet hands-on practice through:Mock team interpretingLive-content interpreting practicePractice recordingsStructured feedbackTrilingual practice opportunities⭐ Real ExperienceSelected volunteers may have opportunities to participate in supervised live interpreting assignments and receive certification sponsorship of up to $950.Interpreter Diversity & Access ScholarshipFree Practice memberships are available for qualifying interpreters, including Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind, Puerto Rico-based, LSPR-experienced, non-English-dominant, BIPOC, and non-traditional interpreters pursuing certification.Start by observing. Grow through practice. Work toward real experience.Espacio de práctica para intérpretesEl Espacio de práctica para intérpretes ofrece a los intérpretes noveles y en formación un lugar para observar, realizar práctica y adquirir experiencia en el mundo real en un entorno propicio.👀 Observar — GRATISObserve a los intérpretes en acción, asista a las clases y talleres a los que pueda acceder, y aprenda de situaciones reales de interpretación. Abierto a todos.🎥 Práctica en el espacio de entrenamiento — $20 al mesObtenga práctica hands-on a través de:Simulacros de interpretación en equipoPráctica de interpretación de contenido en vivoGrabaciones de prácticaRetroalimentación estructuradaOportunidades de práctica trilingüe⭐ Experiencia realLos voluntarios seleccionados podrán tener la oportunidad de participar en tareas de interpretación en vivo supervisadas y recibir patrocinio para certificación de hasta $950.Beca de Diversidad y Acceso para IntérpretesLas membresías de práctica gratuitas están disponibles para intérpretes que cumplan con los requisitos, incluyendo personas sordas, sordas parciales, sordociegas, residentes en Puerto Rico, con experiencia en LSPR, cuyo idioma principal no sea el inglés, BIPOC e intérpretes no tradicionales que busquen obtener una certificación.Comience por observar. Crezca a través de la práctica. Trabaje para obtener experiencia real.

💛 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. 🤟