Indoors
Athletes can drop masks for play. Coaches and players not involved in actual playing must be masked. ALL spectators masked and must stay 6ft apart (except for family units) and practice social distancing protocols. Volleyball teams will not be switching sides for matches.
Outdoors
Athletes can drop masks for play. Coaches and players not playing can remove masks provided they can stay socially distanced Spectators do not need masks if they can maintain 6ft social distancing. Gallagher Gym will not be opened for bathroom use. Must use outdoor facilities.
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Deaf Access Services is now seeking D/deaf and hard of hearing community members who is interested in making a difference within the community in Buffalo. We are looking for new members if you are interested in the opportunity to participate in our advisory council and contribute to the work we are doing in the region, or if you are interested in learning more information, please contact us at: Jchibi@wnydas.org
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Deaf Access Services, an Affiliate of People Inc., is proud to share their video about inclusion:
Watch The Video About Inclusion Here
As an affiliate of People Inc., we support this statement:
On behalf of the Board of Directors and our entire agency, People Inc. and its affiliates are committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) for everyone - the people we support, our employees and our communities. Recently, there has been civil unrest locally and across teh nation regarding social injustices and systemic oppression for people of color. We express our sincere condolences to the families of people that have lost loved ones and who have been harmed due to horrific racially-biased acts. We strongly denounce racism and violence in society, and support the need for equality for all people of color. We will continue to work together with the help of our DEI Committee to unite our communities and create a better future for all.
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2021 Spring Newsletter - Is here!
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DAS Interpreting Service Partners
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Deaf Access Services is looking for volunteers.
Contact our office today!
Phone: (716)833-1637
Email: DWantuck@wnydas.org
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Flag is raised in Niagara Square to honor Deaf Awareness Week BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Leaders in buffalo kicked off Deaf Awareness Week Monday. A special flag-raising ceremony was held in Niagara Square with Deaf Access Services, St. Mary’s School for the Deaf and other organizations. The week celebrates the contributions made by Bu... READ MORE
Advocating for Inclusion Recently, staff members of Deaf Access Services, an affiliate of People Inc., and People Inc. staff met with Buffalo Mayor Byron W. Brown to discuss the many ways our agencies can work together to make the city more accessible to the Deaf and hard of hearing community. We are grateful to everyone who helped to make this me... READ MORE
Click here to watch the Video Erie County ASL Interpreters Become Familiar Faces During Pandemic By Brandon Lewis Erie County PUBLISHED 5:00 PM ET Mar. 29, 2021 BUFFALO, N.Y. — Making sure everyone has access to critical information about the pandemic has been the hope from a number of agencies and... READ MORE
