International Day of Sign Languages (IDSL) was first celebrated on September 23, 2018, following its establishment by the United Nations General Assembly in 2017.
The day coincides with the anniversary of the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD), which was founded on September 23, 1951. The purpose of IDSL is to raise awareness about the importance of sign languages for the full realization of the human rights of deaf people.
International Day of Sign Languages is observed annually on September 23 to promote the use of sign languages and to recognize the importance of ensuring that deaf people have access to education, information, and services in their native sign languages.
The day focuses on the following aspects:
1. Recognition of sign languages: Advocating for the official recognition of sign languages as legitimate languages, equal to spoken languages, and deserving of protection and promotion.
2. Accessibility and inclusion: Encouraging governments, businesses, and organizations to implement measures that ensure deaf people have equal access to education, information, and services through sign language interpreters, captioning, and other means of communication.
3. Cultural preservation: Supporting efforts to preserve and document sign languages and deaf cultures, which are an essential part of the world’s linguistic and cultural diversity.
4. Public awareness: Raising public awareness about the importance of sign languages and their role in ensuring the full and equal participation of deaf people in society.
5. International cooperation: Encouraging international cooperation and the sharing of best practices in sign language education, research, and policy development.
On International Day of Sign Languages, various events, workshops, and seminars are organized globally to raise awareness about the significance of sign languages and to advocate for the rights of deaf people. The day serves as a reminder that sign languages are an essential part of our global linguistic and cultural heritage, and that deaf people have the right to access education, information, and services in their native sign languages.
Hidden Object Games
Join us in celebrating the International Day of Sign Languages with this unique hidden object game! As we delve into a world filled with sign language and its profound culture, we will look for hidden objects related to the Deaf community and sign language in diverse scenes.
Find objects like hands making sign language gestures, sign language dictionaries, Deaf art, interpreters, and more! As we explore, let’s learn about the richness of sign languages and the importance of their preservation and promotion.
This game is not just about spotting hidden objects; it’s also about increasing our understanding of the global Deaf community. This International Day of Sign Languages, let’s celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and learn together through this fun and educational hidden object game!
