This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) and Power, Privilege, and Oppression (PPO) and is presented at the Some Knowledge level. We’ve all heard the saying, “don’t judge a book by its cover.” But is that actually possible? Research shows that 99% of our behaviors are influenced by our unconscious mind, hidden from our view, whether intentional or not. Even “good people” subconsciously generate assumptions of a person’s competence, education, class, status, and values based on their perceived race, gender, age, and audiological status. These assumptions lead to implicit biases, which significantly impact how we interact with society including our peers, superiors, consumers, and stakeholders.

This webinar is 0.1 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) PPO and is presented at the Little/None Knowledge level. This session is an introduction to the diversity within the Asian Deaf communities. Asia is one of the largest continents divided by several regions with each bringing forth its own myriad of cultures and traditions. What is it like to be an Asian Deaf American? How can we as sign language interpreters learn how to navigate through this space within the Deaf community?

In light of the COVID-19 emergency and need for social distancing, interpreters need to be prepared to provide access from their home office. But where to start? What equipment is needed? What about internet speed? Must there be a blue background? Learn some technical basics as well as ethical considerations and recommended practice from an interpreter who spent a number of years working primarily as a remote, private practice interpreter from home. This activity is approved for .15 PS CEUs.