Gecko BASL Protactile ASL LLC

Upper left: Building Bridges: Busting Myths and Discomfort about the DeafBlind Community

Hearing Interpreters, Deaf Interpreters, and Support Service Providers (SSP/CN) Encouraged
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Upper Right: Workshop Summary:
3 hours = 0.3 CEUs
Jenga - Touching and Connecting: Explore the significance of touch in communication, practice tactile interactions, and consider boundaries and consent.
SSP Training Discussion: Discuss the role and training of Support Service Providers (SSPs) for deafblind individuals, and identify best practices and collaboration strategies.
History of ASL, TASL, and PTL: Learn about the development and cultural importance of American Sign Language (ASL), tactile ASL (TASL), and Protactile Language (PTL).
Power, Privilege, and Oppression (PPO): Analyze power dynamics, reflect on personal privilege, and explore strategies to challenge systemic inequalities.
DBLT Discussion Panel: Engage with DeafBlind Leadership Team advocates on their experiences and goals, and learn how to support their advocacy.
Co-Navigating & Interpreting: Develop skills for co-navigating and interpreting for deafblind individuals, including environmental awareness and tailored communication techniques.
Co-Navigating/Interpreting Techniques:
Hand-on up to 20 hours = 1 CEUs
- Learn protactile signing and tactile cues.
- Use clear communication and sighted guide techniques.
- Be mindful of the environment and utilize assistive technology.
- Approach interactions with empathy and patience.
These workshops focus on improving communication, understanding cultural contexts, and promoting inclusive practices for deafblind individuals.
Bottom left: Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This PPO program is offered for up to 1.3 CEUs at the LITTLE/NONE Content Knowledge Level.

Bottom Left: $35 Registration Fee
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Bottom right: SATURDAY
08.24.2024
12PM TO 3 PM
Phoenix Deaf Community Center
1545 W Osborn Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85015

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Check out an exciting opportunity!

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Black text: Gecko Protactile team hosts Protactile Dinner.

A dinner event to provide a mini-workshop on protactile and hands-on PT experience for 12 participants on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Phoenix, AZ.

RSVP: $35 per person by Sunday, February 11, 2024 -- First come, first served.
Impossible Taco Salad
Water bottles, Coke & Sprite
Sleeping mask (blindfold)
Jumbo Jenga

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NEW! Protactile Language Theory - Online Certificate Program - Open for a limited time! (1.6 CEUs available) Protactile Language Theory - Certificate Program - Registration only open until November 15th! Image description: Lesley and Roberto are two Protactile educators seated facing each other, with their h

SNEAK PEEK! This is to give you a general idea of what certificate you will receive after completing the training, and you can earn CEU!

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05 of October,
2023
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Completion of Orientation
13.5 hours
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Hey, I just wanted to share some exciting news with you. I recently launched an online school for people who are interested in learning more about BASL. If you're looking to expand your knowledge in this area, feel free to check out my website at teachable.com. I'm currently accepting new clients and would love for you to take a look at my homepage. As time goes on, I plan to add more products and services, so stay tuned!

https://gecko-basl.teachable.com

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