HearingImpaired

“Breaking Barriers: Juventus Duorinaah Makes History as Ghana’s First Hearing-Impaired Lawyer”[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACF_Ku51ZDQ[/embed]

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Accra, Ghana – Overcoming societal barriers and defying expectations, Juventus Duorinaah has proudly become Ghana’s first hearing-impaired lawyer, marking a significant milestone in the inclusivity and diversity of the legal profession in Ghana. Duorinaah, originating from Wa in the Upper West Region of Ghana, began his educational journey at the Wa School for the Deaf. His academic pursuit led him to the Senior High Technical School for the Deaf, from which he graduated in 2007. His relentless determination guided him to further his education at the University of Ghana. At the University of Ghana, Duorinaah … Read more

Major Victory for Hearing-Impaired Inmates in Minnesota: Settlement Ensures Equal Access to Prison Announcements

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Minneapolis, MN – A legal settlement announced recently will usher in a significant change for inmates with hearing impairments at Minnesota prisons, ensuring they receive the same critical information as their hearing counterparts starting July 1. This development addresses longstanding issues of accessibility and rights within the prison system. The settlement, reached between Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid’s Minnesota Disability Law Center and the Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC), aims to enhance the living conditions of deaf and hard-of-hearing inmates by ensuring they receive announcements currently broadcast over facility public address systems. These announcements, which include essential … Read more