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  • Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This workshop is 0.25 CEUs in the category of General Studies (GS) and is presented at the Some Knowledge level. This webinar is designed for professionals who work with the Deaf community: CDI's, Hearing Interpreters, Deaf Ed paraprofessionals, as well as instructors. Health literacy is a broad domain that encompasses knowledge most people glean through incidental learning. The United States in particular provides very little direct K-12 instruction in sexual health as it is rooted in sociopolitical taboo. Yet, sexual health is vital for mental health, physical health, relationships, and child-rearing -- all arenas that are significant contributions to Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Here, we explore how this limited form of literacy for Deaf and hearing people impacts access to communication, understanding, and the promotion of public health literacy. We will walk through data-driven information based on what we know of literacy, what has been found in terms of sexual health literacy, and how we can steer both populations towards the overarching goal of public health literacy and advocacy. *This recording is a bit lagging for the beginning ten minutes. Thank you for your patience as you view this webinar.*

    This seminar is designed for professionals who work with the Deaf community: CDI's, Hearing Interpreters, Deaf Ed paraprofessionals, as well as instructors. Health literacy is a broad domain that encompasses knowledge most people glean through incidental learning. The United States in particular provides very little direct K-12 instruction in sexual health as it is rooted in sociopolitical taboo. Yet, sexual health is vital for mental health, physical health, relationships, and child-rearing -- all arenas that are significant contributions to Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Here, we explore how this limited form of literacy for Deaf and hearing people impacts access to communication, understanding, and the promotion of public health literacy. We will walk through data-driven information based on what we know of literacy, what has been found in terms of sexual health literacy, and how we can steer both populations towards the overarching goal of public health literacy and advocacy.

    This activity has been approved for 0.25 General Studies RID CEUs.

    *This recording is a bit lagging for the beginning ten minutes. Thank you for your patience as you view this webinar.*

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.

    Participants of this workshop will be able to: 

    1. identify status-quo literacy levels in Deaf and hearing communities,

    2. be able to articulate the current barriers of sexual health access, and

    3. identify and articulate gaps in learning systems that prevent succession.

    Dr. S. Jordan Wright

    Dr. S. Jordan Wright, Ph.D. (he/him/his)

    Dr. Wright is a Critical Theorist, Health researcher, and director of the Deaf MetaLiteracy lab at Rochester Institute of Technology's National Technical Institute for the Deaf. The Deaf MetaLiteracy Lab is housed within The Deaf Biomedical Science and Healthcare Hub, which focuses on three strands of inquiry: Health Literacy, Digital Literacy, and Cultural Literacy as they interact with the lives of Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, and Hard of Hearing individuals. Dr. Wright has a strong interest in the intersectional experience of health and technology within the Deaf LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, and presently runs three studies in the arena of sexual health. As a professor of Deaf Studies and literacy, Dr. Wright is a firm believer of bringing research to the classroom which allows students to engage in the world around them beyond the constructs of pedagogical theory. In his free time, Dr. Wright enjoys traveling, is an avid reader, and dad to two fur babies: Savior and Omega.

  • Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar is 0.25 Professional Studies CEUs and is presented at the Little/None Knowledge level. Suicide is a topic that we aren’t comfortable talking about until we have to. It is a reality that does not discriminate; it doesn’t care who you are or what you do, it can affect anyone. Presented by an interpreter & sibling suicide loss survivor, this workshop will be an open honest conversation about what interpreters need to know about suicide: the facts, statistics, appropriate language (ASL & English), warning signs, risk factors, terminology, myths, and prevention. We will also talk about strategies for safely and effectively working with suicide loss survivors, attempt survivors, and individuals calling the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Let’s talk.

    Suicide is a topic that we aren’t comfortable talking about until we have to. It is a reality that does not discriminate; it doesn’t care who you are or what you do, it can affect anyone. Presented by an interpreter & sibling suicide loss survivor, this workshop will be an open honest conversation about what interpreters need to know about suicide: the facts, statistics, appropriate language (ASL & English), warning signs, risk factors, terminology, myths, and prevention. We will also talk about strategies for safely and effectively working with suicide loss survivors, attempt survivors, and individuals calling the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Let’s talk.


    This activity has been approved for 0.25 Professional Studies RID CEUs.

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.

    1. Participants will identify various warning signs, risk factors, and protective factors for suicide,
    2. Participants will discuss current trends and statistics related to suicide and how this might impact the work they do,
    3. Participants will review common terminology related to suicide and discuss how it is accurate or inaccurate for the situation (in ASL and English),
    4. Participants will discuss strategies for safely and effectively working with suicide loss survivors, attempt survivors, and individuals calling the 988 Suicide Crisis Lifeline.

    Tarra Grammenos

    Tarra Grammenos, M.S., SC:L, NIC Advanced (she/her)

    Tarra Grammenos, M.S., SC:L, NIC Advanced, holds a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Graduate Certificate in Legal Interpreting, Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology of Deviance, and Associates Degree in American Sign Language /English Interpreting. Born and raised in Minnesota, Tarra has been an ASL/English interpreter for 15+ years. Since the death of her youngest brother to suicide in 2017, Tarra has immersed herself into the field of suicidology, attends monthly suicide survivor support groups, Out of the Darkness walks, and even hosts an ASL event for the Annual International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. She’s also been heavily involved with her local MRID chapter as previous president, conference chair, and various committees. She resides in Minnesota with her partner, Patrick and their adorable chihuahua, Junior.

  • Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar is 0.3 Professional Studies-Legal CEUs and is presented at the Some Knowledge level. Deaf people navigating the legal system may, depending on their primary method of communication, rely on the conduit of interpretation. This session, facilitated by a Deaf attorney and a legal interpreter, will explore views on the ways interpreters can improve the process for Deaf people attempting to access the legal system. Using curated clips from interviews with deaf and hearing attorneys and professionals working with deaf clients in legal contexts; we will explore what these practitioners wish interpreters knew to be more effective.

    Deaf people navigating the legal system may, depending on their primary method of communication, rely on the conduit of interpretation. This session, facilitated by a Deaf attorney and a legal interpreter, will explore views on the ways interpreters can improve the process for Deaf people attempting to access the legal system. Using curated clips from interviews with deaf and hearing attorneys and professionals working with deaf clients in legal contexts; we will explore what these practitioners wish interpreters knew to be more effective.

    This activity has been approved for 0.3 Professional Studies-Legal RID CEUs.

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.

    After this 3-hour session on working with legal professionals, participants will be able to:

    1. Articulate at least three ways that legal professionals wish interpreters would adjust their practice to meet the needs of their consumers
    2. Critique various commonplace practices in interpreting that are at odds with the goals of legal professionals
    3. Identify the differences between criminal law, civil law, movement lawyering, and integrated advocacy

    Andrea K Smith

    Andrea K Smith, MA, CI/CT, SC:L, NIC

    Andrea K Smith, MA, CI/CT, SC:L, NIC has been interpreting for over twenty years with a practice that has been primarily rooted in legal and scientific/technical fields. She currently serves as a designated interpreter on staff with the national ACLU Disability Rights Program supporting a Deaf attorney and numerous litigation and advocacy projects focused on the Deaf community.

    West Resendes, JD (he/him)

    West Resendes, JD (he/him)

    West Resendes is a Staff Attorney in the Disability Rights Program and Policy Counsel in the National Political Advocacy Department, where he uses disability rights litigation and community-centered advocacy tools to advance the ACLU’s affirmative vision for reducing the role, power, presence, and responsibilities of police in schools and communities. Among other efforts, West is engaged in ongoing litigation to reform the statewide carceral and parole systems in Georgia for deaf and hard of hearing people. West is the first culturally deaf person to work at the ACLU since its co-founder, Helen Keller, and sits on the ACLU’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Council. Prior to joining the ACLU, West earned his J.D. at Yale Law School.

  • Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) and is presented at the Some Knowledge level. This presentation explores the lived experience of a Black CODA and the various cultural intersections that defines her identity. The workshop will also examine her journey to becoming a professional interpreter and how the path can be made easier for the next generation.

    This presentation explores the lived experience of a Black CODA and the various cultural intersections that defines her identity. The workshop will also examine her journey to becoming a professional interpreter and how the path can be made easier for the next generation.

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.

    •Participants will be exposed to the impact of culture on the formation of identity for Black CODAS and also how culture plays a role in a Black interpreter’s signing and processing.

    •Participants will be able to identify differences between IEP educators perspectives of constructive criticism vs. racial microaggressions.

    •Attendees will be able to identify several challenges faced by Black CODAs working in the profession.

    •Participants will gain tools to begin the groundwork for working with Black CODAS as “allies” and in mentorship settings.

    Amber Robinson (Moderator)

    Amber Robinson is an Black Nationally Certified interpreter, ASL performer, and social media
    content creator who lives in Birmingham, Alabama. Raised in Talladega, Alabama, she is the
    proud daughter of Black Deaf parents who gave her the freedom to create her own story and
    the strength to continue the legacy of her Deaf and hearing family members.
    She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Troy University Interpreter Training Program. While
    in this program, she noticed the lack of diversity and representation in the interpreting field in
    Alabama and developed a passion for bringing more awareness to the skills and talents of Black
    interpreters. Also, during her time at Troy, Amber was able to develop a collaborative
    partnership with the Troy University Department of Theatre and Dance for the production of
    “Once On This Island” in 2017. The production, that predominantly featured minorities,
    showcased the talents of Black interpreters and celebrated the usage of ASL within the creative
    world.
    Amber is currently an educational interpreter for K-5 students within inner city schools. She
    strives to be a role model to those aspiring to be a part of the ASL community through
    interpreting, as well as to the students she interprets for. As a community interpreter, Amber has
    participated in and interpreted several social justice events (i.e. Black Lives Matter protests)
    where she demonstrated her role as a trailblazer for the representation of ASL. As one of very
    few Black interpreters in the State of Alabama, Amber has raised awareness regarding what
    Black interpreters face in the field and community each and every day through music, dance,
    and performances - both live and on various social media platforms. Amber has been
    recognized for her journey as a Black CODA Interpreter in Buzzfeed, RID Views, and various
    other platforms.

  • Product not yet rated Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level. Stakeholder Panel ~ All of us are stakeholders of RID, but some are positioned in unique ways that allow them to serve as bridges — Bridges to other organizations, bridges to various communities, and bridges to our past and future. Participants in this session will have the opportunity to see a facilitated dialogue by Treasurer Yakata Nichols on how some stakeholders view RID in terms of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, in light of unpacking our relationship to audism, our current process of transformation, and what it means to transition into an organization that more fully aligns itself with our mission and vision.

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level.

    Attendees will glean an understanding of the recent work of the Certification Committee, its charge and scope, findings, and how the Committee considers audism, racism, and other -isms when carrying out their charge.To achieve the Committee’s recommendations on pursuing independent accreditation for it’s certification program, it is required that RID transition into a Professional Certifying Organization  A representative from the NCCA will outline the NCCA accreditation process, pre-requisites and ongoing maintenance of the credential. Finally, participants will be asked to engage in thoughtful discussion about the current barriers and -isms to accessing Certification and identify measurable strategies to overcome or dismantle such systemic barriers.

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members.
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.
  • Product not yet rated Contains 7 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) - Legal and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level. Participants will explore minimum standards for legal/court credentialing within a professional certification organization. A review of the necessary elements of credentialing as RID transitions forward will be provided. Discussions and presentations will focus on the elements of equity and access to training, specifically for entry level opportunities for BIPOC and Deaf interpreters. Project CLIMB will explore audism, racism, within the legal justice system and how it affects entry to practice for BIPOC and Deaf interpreters. Participants will explore the proposed portfolio approach as designed by the RID Legal Credentialing Task Force as well as have the opportunity to engage in lively group discussions led by LIMS.

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) - Legal and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level.

    Participants will explore minimum standards for legal/court credentialing within a professional certification organization.  A review of the necessary elements of credentialing as RID transitions forward will be provided. Discussions and presentations will focus on the elements of equity and access to training, specifically for entry level opportunities for BIPOC and Deaf interpreters. Project CLIMB will explore audism, racism, within the legal justice system and how it affects entry to practice for BIPOC and Deaf interpreters. Participants will explore the proposed portfolio approach as designed by the RID Legal Credentialing Task Force as well as have the opportunity to engage in lively group discussions led by LIMS. 

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members.
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.
  • Product not yet rated Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) - Power, Privilege, and Oppression (PPO) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level. Contextually, we have been through a whirlwind of various leadership styles and approaches over the last several years- from our government at the macro level to our national organization at the mezzo level, and our affiliate chapters at the micro level. What ways can organizations model responsive leadership? What does responsive leadership entail in terms of action? In this session, Shana, Traci, and Christopher will share what it takes to engage in responsive leadership, and what we might do to elicit our innate and given abilities to engage one another out of inaction and into action.

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) - Power, Privilege, and Oppression (PPO) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level.

    Contextually, we have been through a whirlwind of various leadership styles and approaches over the last several years- from our government at the macro level to our national organization at the mezzo level, and our affiliate chapters at the micro level. What ways can organizations model responsive leadership?  What does responsive leadership entail in terms of action? In this session, Shana, Traci, and Christopher will share what it takes to engage in responsive leadership, and what we might do to elicit our innate and given abilities to engage one another out of inaction and into action.

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members.
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.
  • Contains 7 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level. Many interpreters - whether they have been working for many years, or are still studying for their certification exam - have questions about how to engage in professional development effectively, and some even ask why they should. What creates an effective learning environment? I am already certified; why do I have to take more workshops? I have seen it all; how can I find educational activities that are worthwhile? What distinguishes Professional Studies from General Studies programs? Why can I not carry over my excess CEUs to the next cycle? What can I do if I find an RID-sponsored educational activity ineffective? I want to see changes in the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP); what should I do? And there are many, many other questions. In this session, the PDC will solicit questions about continuing education, CEUs, certification maintenance, and the role of the PDC, among other related topics. The PDC aims to identify and respond to common areas of confusion, and to provide some guidance on effective ways of engaging in continuing education. The PDC hopes to leave participants with the sense that learning can be relevant, worthwhile, and even fun. The PDC will also collect concerns and suggestions from participants for future consideration by the PDC.

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level.

    Many interpreters - whether they have been working for many years, or are still studying for their certification exam - have questions about how to engage in professional development effectively, and some even ask why they should. What creates an effective learning environment? I am already certified; why do I have to take more workshops? I have seen it all; how can I find educational activities that are worthwhile? What distinguishes Professional Studies from General Studies programs? Why can I not carry over my excess CEUs to the next cycle? What can I do if I find an RID-sponsored educational activity ineffective? I want to see changes in the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP); what should I do? And there are many, many other questions. 

    In this session, the PDC will solicit questions about continuing education, CEUs, certification maintenance, and the role of the PDC, among other related topics. The PDC aims to identify and respond to common areas of confusion, and to provide some guidance on effective ways of engaging in continuing education. The PDC hopes to leave participants with the sense that learning can be relevant, worthwhile, and even fun. The PDC will also collect concerns and suggestions from participants for future consideration by the PDC.

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members.
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.
  • Product not yet rated Contains 7 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) - Power, Privilege, and Oppression (PPO) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level. While 2020 and 2021 has brought on a unique experience of interpreters shifting much of their work to an online environment, video interpreting has been around for years and continues to serve as a necessary component to the work we do as interpreters. For this session, VIMS leadership has curated a special selection of expert and experienced leaders to talk about audism and intersectional isms and oppressions that exist in the provision of video interpreting work. Please attend ready to consider what happens when marginalized identities appear in the realm of video interpreting, and what we do with this in terms of our current transformation and subsequent transition into a professional certification organization.

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) - Power, Privilege, and Oppression (PPO) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level.

    While 2020 and 2021 has brought on a unique experience of interpreters shifting much of their work to an online environment, video interpreting has been around for years and continues to serve as a necessary component to the work we do as interpreters. For this session, VIMS leadership has curated a special selection of expert and experienced leaders to talk about audism and intersectional isms and oppressions that exist in the provision of video interpreting work. Please attend ready to consider what happens when marginalized identities appear in the realm of video interpreting, and what we do with this in terms of our current transformation and subsequent transition into a professional certification organization.

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members.
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.
  • Product not yet rated Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) - Power, Privilege, and Oppression (PPO) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level. Society is experiencing a major shift at the macro-, meso-, and micro- levels within our structures, systems, and individual consciousness. While there is a need to explore justice within our organizations, such as RID, we must pay special attention to the individuals and their consciousness that constitute RID. This plenary provides participants an opportunity to authentically explore their personal role and responsibility in justice and the ways in which we tackle the societal isms that live within us.

    This webinar is 0.2 CEUs in the category of Professional Studies (PS) - Power, Privilege, and Oppression (PPO) and is presented at the Little to None Knowledge level.

    Society is experiencing a major shift at the macro-, meso-, and micro- levels within our structures, systems, and individual consciousness. While there is a need to explore justice within our organizations, such as RID, we must pay special attention to the individuals and their consciousness that constitute RID. This plenary provides participants an opportunity to authentically explore their personal role and responsibility in justice and the ways in which we tackle the societal isms that live within us.

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    imageRequests for reasonable accommodations can be made by emailing webinars@rid.org
    imageRefund and Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued for cancellations
    imageThis webinar will be recorded and will be available for future viewing by RID members.
    RID is providing this workshop as an opportunity for safe, respectful learning and will not permit harassment, discrimination or horizontal violence based on another's comments, questions, schema, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other protected class.