Commentary & Media | January 2026
"We Deaf Are Often Forgotten": Overcoming Barriers in Society
In a prominent feature article in the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ) titled "Wir Tauben werden oft vergessen" (We deaf people are often forgotten), deaf professionals and advocates candidly discussed the subtle yet pervasive barriers that persist in corporate and public life.
While physical wheelchair accessibility has gained widespread awareness, auditory and linguistic accessibility is frequently overlooked. From emergency announcements to video calls, deaf individuals continue to encounter unnecessary hurdles.
Key Areas Where Urgent Action is Needed:
Public & Emergency Broadcasts: Mandatory live captioning and sign language interpreting for all government and crisis communication.
Workplace Inclusion: Eliminating administrative friction when employees request speech-to-text or sign language services for daily meetings.
Cultural & Educational Parity: Ensuring equal access to cultural festivals, museums, lectures, and digital media.
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