MD Governor's Office of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing

MD Governor's Office of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing All Marylanders, Deaf DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing have access to resources, services, and opportunities for participation in all aspects of community life.
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Need help learning to vote? Watch here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdNUQELrwdQAFj0P5nJWFvuwacP4PxV2b&si=LdejiUGy...
06/17/2026

Need help learning to vote? Watch here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdNUQELrwdQAFj0P5nJWFvuwacP4PxV2b&si=LdejiUGywVanjcea for videos from the Board of Elections on voter registration, election information, and more. All videos include American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation to help ensure accessible access to important election resources and updates.

- Early voting in primary election June 11-18
- Primary election day, June 23
- Last day to mail in a ballot, June 23

These videos were interpreted by MDAD Vice Chair Jacob Leffler, Outreach Interpreter Manager Tanéa Brown, and Director Usherla DeBerry.

More information can be found here:
https://elections.maryland.gov/voter_registration/application.html

ID: Top to bottom, screenshots of three people interpreting a video Jacob Leffler, Tanéa Brown, and Usherla DeBerry. A yellow title card is in the middle with the words “Maryland State Board of Elections.”

Governor's Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing SPONSOR AND STAKEHOLDER MEETINGDate: Thursday, June 18, 2026 Time: 5:3...
06/17/2026

Governor's Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing SPONSOR AND STAKEHOLDER MEETING

Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Zoom Link: //us02web.zoom.us/j/88062005732?pwd=5w682HhZdGZwlfj4oJnnvrz9J0WWb9.1

Meeting ID: 880 6200 5732 Passcode: 634909

Learn about the upcoming 2027 Legislative Session
Learn about ODHH's proposed legislative concepts
Stay informed and get involved

For questions or concerns, please email [email protected]. Note: from GODHH to GODDBHH name change is effective 10.01.2026.

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It was a pleasure meeting with Savannah on Tues., June 2, 2026 and learning updates about her inspiring journey as an en...
06/17/2026

It was a pleasure meeting with Savannah on Tues., June 2, 2026 and learning updates about her inspiring journey as an engineering student at RIT and her co-op experience in combining engineering with healthcare. We are aiming to check in every year. Keep soaring Savannah, make Maryland proud but most importantly you are proud. Learn more about Savannah in our upcoming Newsletter!

GODHH continues to follow Governor Moore's Priorities for the improvement of Maryland. In her situation all the priorities apply. See them here:
https://priorities.maryland.gov/

ID: A photo of Savannah Brown and Director Usherla DeBerry in a Zoom meeting.

Jewish Business Lunch - Summer Mediterranean GrillJoin the Chabad of Ellicott City for a special Jewish Business Lunch f...
06/17/2026

Jewish Business Lunch - Summer Mediterranean Grill
Join the Chabad of Ellicott City for a special Jewish Business Lunch featuring their Summer Mediterranean Grill theme while networking with local professionals and discussing the future of Downtown Columbia development and community growth. Enjoy great food, meaningful connections, and engaging conversation.

Guest Speaker: Phillip Dodge
An engaging presentation exploring the vision, growth, and future opportunities shaping Downtown Columbia and its impact on the local community and business landscape.

Hosted by: Nick Lamanna

A local professional dedicated to building strong community and business connections

✨ Network. Connect. Succeed.

📅 June 18, 2026
🕦 11:30 AM
📍 6011 University Blvd, Ellicott City, MD 21042

📅 For accommodations, contact Rabbi Yanky Baron at 443-676-3837 or [email protected].
🤟 ASL interpretation available upon request.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Text the letters: Yes to +1 (410) 936-6065 to join or sign up below:

And text NO if you can’t come

Register Here: https://www.chabadellicottcity.com/tools/events/register_cdo/eventid/22898

World Neurodiversity Pride Day, June 16, 2026! Be your most authentic self!ID: A rainbow colored background, with the wo...
06/16/2026

World Neurodiversity Pride Day, June 16, 2026! Be your most authentic self!

ID: A rainbow colored background, with the words “World Neurodiversity Pride Day, June 16, 2026. ACCEPT | LOVE | EDUCATE. Be your most authentic self!” and the GODHH Logo in the bottom left corner.

06/16/2026

MACDHH Secretary Kathi Kramer signs for communication! Why do you sign? Send your video to [email protected]!



ID: Kathi Kramer, wearing a yellow cardigan and a white blouse with blue patterns. She is looking the camera and smiling. Captions played at the bottom of the video.

HELLO DEAFBLIND FRIENDS!ANNOUNCEMENT FROM COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF BALTIMORE COUNTY, CATONSVILLE CAMPUS (CCBC)!Announcement ...
06/16/2026

HELLO DEAFBLIND FRIENDS!
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF BALTIMORE COUNTY, CATONSVILLE CAMPUS (CCBC)!

Announcement Two:
To celebrate the success of our DeafBlind Interpreting Training Program since its launch last year, we are excited to host a FREE DeafBlind Community BBQ and invite DeafBlind community members to join us!

This event is our way of saying thank you for your participation, support, and friendship. We truly could not have built this program without our DeafBlind community.

Come enjoy an afternoon filled with:
- Socializing with DeafBlind friends
- Fun and light games
- Delicious BBQ food
- Celebrating our growing community together

BBQ Menu
- BBQ Chicken
- Cole Slaw
- Mashed Potatoes
- Lemonade or Iced Tea
- Desserts

This is a special one-time event and may not be offered again in the future, so we hope you can join us!
Please RSVP now so we can plan food and seating for everyone.
Hosted by: ASL/INTR & Deaf Interpreter Training Program
Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)

Event: DeafBlind Community BBQ
When: Friday, July 17, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Where: Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)
Address: 800 S. Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD 21228
Building: Center for the Arts Lounge
RSVP: [email protected] VP 443-316-6080

HELLO DEAFBLIND FRIENDS!ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF BALTIMORE COUNTY, CATONSVILLE CAMPUS (CCBC)!Announcement...
06/16/2026

HELLO DEAFBLIND FRIENDS!
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF BALTIMORE COUNTY, CATONSVILLE CAMPUS (CCBC)!
Announcement One:
We need DeafBlind folks to join us as participants and help our interpreting students practice tactile and ProTactile interpreting skills on Friday, July 10, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM at the Community College of Baltimore County Catonsville campus.
The topic will be "Gardening II," brought back by popular demand after last year's successful event! You will have the opportunity to create your own gardening pot, plant flowers or herbs, and enjoy the hands-on experience of working with soil and plants. At the end of the workshop, you will take your gardening pot home for your participation.
The late Ann Black once said that this workshop was "so much fun," and we couldn't agree more. You won't want to miss this final workshop of the year!
Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can prepare enough plants and pots for everyone.
Topic: Gardening II with Kevin Steffy
When: Friday, July 10, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Where: Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)
Address: 800 S. Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD 21228
Building: Classroom & Laboratory Building (CLLB), Room 113 (2nd Floor)

Happy National Smile Power Day! On Smile Power Day, take a moment to share a smile with a friend, colleague, or neighbor...
06/15/2026

Happy National Smile Power Day! On Smile Power Day, take a moment to share a smile with a friend, colleague, or neighbor! A smile can brighten someone's day, spark a connection, and spread positivity. 🤟



ID: A yellow background with an orange smiley face with the GODHH logo in the bottom left corner.

06/15/2026

Want to learn more about mail-in voting? Watch here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdNUQELrwdQAFj0P5nJWFvuwacP4PxV2b&si=LdejiUGywVanjcea for videos from the Board of Elections on voter registration, election information, and more. All videos include American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation to help ensure accessible access to important election resources and updates.

- Early voting in primary election June 11-18
- Primary election day, June 23

These videos were interpreted by MDAD Vice Chair Jacob Leffler, Outreach Interpreter Manager Tanéa Brown, and Director Usherla DeBerry.

More information can be found here:
https://elections.maryland.gov/voter_registration/application.html

ID: Top to bottom, screenshots of three people interpreting a video Jacob Leffler, Tanéa Brown, and Usherla DeBerry. A yellow title card is in the middle with the words “Maryland State Board of Elections.”
These videos were interpreted by MDAD Vice Chair Jacob Leffler, Outreach Interpreter Manager Tanéa Brown, and Director Usherla DeBerry.

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100 Community Place
Crownsville, MD
21032

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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