Understanding 'Deaf Gain' and its concept on how being deaf is a positive feature
The Hear Me Out! [CC] Podcast
Episode 78 - What if individuals and society looks at the concept of being deaf as a positive thing? What if it can actually be a valuable contribution to the world? In essence, this is what 'Deaf Gain' is all about.
The common perception of being deaf and the topic of deafness overall is that it is seen as something negative, something lacking, something void. After all, it's common for doctors to deliver "bad news" to new-parents when it is found that their baby is deaf.
But by re-framing that into 'Deaf Gain', it is possible for everyone to look at it in a more positive light, and it's something the Deaf community proudly talks about...that being deaf is actually positive.
So let's get into what is Deaf Gain and why it's an important topic for people in the Deaf community.
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