Sixty years in Neustadt - the Deaf Center of Dresden
Dresden's Deaf Center Celebrates 60 Years and More
The Dresden Association of the Deaf, located at Carolinenstraße 10, is marking its 60th anniversary this year. This British-style villa has been the main office of the Deaf Center for six decades, providing support, advocacy, and community for deaf individuals in Dresden and the surrounding area.
A Rich History
The Dresden Association of the Deaf was established in the late 19th or early 20th century, playing a crucial role in the growth of organized Deaf communities across Germany. Over the years, the association has faced various challenges, including those during the World Wars and the division and reunification of Germany, but it has consistently worked to improve accessibility and social inclusion for Deaf individuals.
Services and Support
The Deaf Center offers a variety of services to its members, including a social space for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals to meet, share experiences, and receive mutual support. It also advocates for the rights of Deaf people in education, employment, and accessibility, promoting the use and recognition of German Sign Language (Deutsche Gebärdensprache, DGS).
Regular events such as social gatherings, cultural celebrations, workshops on sign language and Deaf culture, and informational sessions take place at the Deaf Center. Additionally, the association provides advice and guidance on services related to hearing aids, cochlear implants, interpreting services, and legal rights. Youth programs are also available for Deaf children and young adults to foster community connection and personal development.
Current Activities and Events
The Deaf Center continues to organize regular meetings and social events, increasingly incorporating digital platforms for outreach. They often celebrate international Deaf Day and participate in city-wide cultural events to promote Deaf culture. Workshops and courses on German Sign Language (DGS) are frequently offered to both Deaf and hearing individuals interested in learning sign language.
In response to accessibility needs, the association has been involved in local initiatives to improve public services for Deaf people in Dresden. Recently, the Deaf Center has taken on the additional task of assisting deaf Ukrainians in navigating Dresden.
Upcoming Events
A jubilee celebration is scheduled for this Friday at the Deaf Center. This event will feature a presentation, a summer buffet, and a donation check from the Saxon Savings Bank. Norbert Richter, the director of the Deaf Center's meeting place, has stated that the city cooperation and funding are sufficient. Mayor Jan Donhauser (CDU) will attend the jubilee celebration.
A coffee klatch is also scheduled for this Tuesday at the Deaf Center.
For precise, up-to-date details, contacting the Dresden Association of the Deaf directly or visiting their official local communication channels would provide the latest news and event schedules. The Deaf Center's website is www.deaf-dresden.de.
The Dresden Association of the Deaf, with its rich history rooted in home-and-garden at Carolinenstraße 10, has evolved into a lifestyle hub for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, offering support, advocacy, and community. The center, which promotes the use and recognition of German Sign Language (DGS), organizes events that cater to the home-and-garden of Deaf individuals, such as workshops, cultural celebrations, and youth programs, fostering a sense of belonging and personal growth.
