International Day of Sign Languages

What is International Day of Sign Languages?

International Day of Sign Languages celebrates sign languages and raises awareness about the importance of sign language when communicating for deaf and hard of hearing individuals. This day also recognises sign language as essential for communication, diversity, and equal access.

When is International Day of Sign Languages?

Monday, September 23

Activities: 

• Sign Language Storytime: Read a book with sign language, or specifically includes story time.
• Sign Language Alphabet: Teach the children the sign language alphabet
  
• Sign Language Sing-Along: Learn songs in sign language where they can sing and sign together