Deaf in Government

Deaf in Government Serves as an employee support group for local, state and federal employees who are Deaf, HoH, etc

Let’s wrap up the week and enjoy the evening! Friday, May 15th at 5pmSly 222 M Street NE Washington, DC 20002
05/12/2026

Let’s wrap up the week and enjoy the evening!

Friday, May 15th at 5pm
Sly
222 M Street NE
Washington, DC 20002

Come for the coffee, stay for the conversation. Come and join us! Saturday, April 11 at 10am ☕️At Vigilante Coffee 4327 ...
04/04/2026

Come for the coffee, stay for the conversation. Come and join us!

Saturday, April 11 at 10am ☕️
At Vigilante Coffee
4327 Gallatin St., Hyattsville, MD 20781

DIG is going to in San Francisco! Watch our video announcement and learn how to participate:https://homeof.deafingov.o...
03/12/2026

DIG is going to in San Francisco! Watch our video announcement and learn how to participate:

https://homeof.deafingov.org/dig-nad-2026/

We're accepting workshop proposals — share your expertise in leadership, accessibility, career development, and more. Deadline: March 15, 2026.

Need approval to attend? Download the justification letter on our page.

See you in SF!

The FCC just dropped its compliance guide for video conferencing accessibility — and it's a big deal for Deaf profession...
03/12/2026

The FCC just dropped its compliance guide for video conferencing accessibility — and it's a big deal for Deaf professionals.

By January 12, 2027, platforms must support sign language interpreting, accurate captions, and integrated VRS. Users get control over caption display and window layout. No more fighting to pin your interpreter.

DIG breaks down what the new rules require and what public servants can do now.

Read more: https://homeof.deafingov.org/fccvideoconfrules/

03/11/2026

Deaf In Government is mentioned by the National Association of the Deaf’s very own President (Stephanie Hakulin) in her video message! We are excited to be working with you all!

Hope to see you all there!

Deaf in Government is now featured on the National Association of the Deaf - NAD 2026 conference site. More than a works...
03/04/2026

Deaf in Government is now featured on the National Association of the Deaf - NAD 2026 conference site. More than a workshop track, it’s a signal: DIG belongs in the national conversation on accessibility, leadership, and inclusive public service. We look forward to gathering in San Francisco for the 58th Biennial NAD Conference, June 30–July 5, 2026.

If you’re considering a session, workshop proposals are due March 15, 2026. Come join us!

https://www.nad.org/sf26/welcome-deaf-in-government-dig/

02/22/2026

A member emailed us earlier today: “Nobody ever explained the TSP to me.”

That hit a nerve - because it’s common, and it’s a fixable problem.

So we built a simple, Deaf-friendly Thrift Savings Plan simulator game you can click through and learn by doing:

https://deafingov-tsp.my.canva.site

What it is:
• A plain-language, interactive way to understand the moving parts (contributions, growth over time, and the “so what”).
• Designed to be approachable first, accurate second, and not drown you in acronyms.

What it’s not:
• Not financial advice.
• Not a replacement for TSPgov or your benefits office (those are the official sources for rules, limits, and forms).

What we need:
• Try it for 3 minutes.
• Reply with: (1) what clicked, (2) what didn’t, (3) one sentence you wish someone had told you on Day 1.

If this helps even a few people avoid years of confusion, it’s already worth it.

No agenda, just signal. ☕ Come join us for coffee! ☕ Saturday, February 21 at 10 am 🎉 at Compass Coffee on 4100 Wilson B...
02/06/2026

No agenda, just signal.

☕ Come join us for coffee! ☕

Saturday, February 21 at 10 am 🎉 at Compass Coffee on 4100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203 🎊

📣📣 Seeking Dedicated Volunteers 📣📣Deaf in Government (DIG) has two volunteer Board vacancies — and we’d love your help!...
02/06/2026

📣📣 Seeking Dedicated Volunteers 📣📣
Deaf in Government (DIG) has two volunteer Board vacancies — and we’d love your help!

📌 Recording Secretary

📣 Communications Manager

If you want to support Deaf leadership, strengthen DIG’s operations, and help our community stay connected and informed, this is a great way to contribute.

Interested? Contact Florence Rapozo (VP) at [email protected] and let us know which role you’re interested in.

Link: https://visit.deafingov.org/vacancies.


11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!

Today we’re especially thankful for the incredible Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and signing professionals who make our government stronger. DIG is proud to serve this community — lifting each other up, building access, and creating opportunities every day.

Enjoy the holiday and stay warm!

Deaf in Government Board

11/21/2025

🎉 Big TRS News from the FCC Today! 🎉

DIG is proud to share that our colleague and fellow DIG member Joshua Mendelsohn, Attorney-Advisor at the FCC’s Disability Rights Office, presented the Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) Modernization NPRM before the FCC at today’s Open Meeting — and it was unanimously accepted.

This marks a major step forward in modernizing relay services, strengthening communication access, and ensuring that Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities benefit from up-to-date, reliable technology.

Joshua’s expertise and leadership were on full display, and DIG is incredibly proud to have him representing both the FCC and the Deaf community in this critical work.

📸 Photo: Joshua Mendelsohn fingerspelling “T-R-S” while presenting the item before the FCC Commissioners.

Congratulations, Joshua — and thank you for your steadfast dedication to accessibility and public service!

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