2021 DISCOVER YOUR HAND BIPOC PRESENTERS
The Camp Sol of the Deaf, Inc features a cast of Deaf and Hard of Hearing BIPOC presenters, all eager to share their knowledge & skills and determination to inspire and help campers get through challenges they've overcame.
Scroll down to view the biographies of those who are joining the Camp Sol's "Discover Your Hand" virtual summer camp this year.
Scroll down to view the biographies of those who are joining the Camp Sol's "Discover Your Hand" virtual summer camp this year.
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Gabriel ArellanoSTEMS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, & Sign Language)
Gabriel Arellano is a Heritage Signer with the ancestry of Mayan/Olmec/ Mongollon/Totonac who operates STEMS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, & Sign Language). STEMS is a social enterprise offered as an educational program. Arellano resided and employed in the US, Denmark, Italy, and the UK, and uses American, Danish, Italian, and British Sign Languages. Continue Read.... Read Gabriel Arellano’s Biography See Gabriel's work descriptions Related Sessions |
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Ms Syd AhmedMemory Game - Facial & Body Signs of Art and De’VIA Project
To me, the art of language is a form of expression. Continuing to make art with my hands gives me peace of mind. I have been inspired by my culture and environment. Although I completed my bachelors degree in communication studies / graphic design from Gallaudet University, my passion lies in my jewelry line. I was raised in a Pakistani household in America, two very different cultures, but had the experience of both. See Syd's work descriptions Related Sessions |
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Teddy Dorsette IIIIntro to Filmmaker
Teddy Dorsette III is a Deaf filmmaker and Businessman from Detroit. He currently works as the communications manager for Detroit Disability Power. He obtained a bachelor’s degree from The University of Michigan in Screen Arts and Cultures. He also graduated from the Motion Picture Institute where he concentrated on directing and editing. Teddy is the CEO and co-founder of Teddy boy Entertainment LLC, a company focused on Media Production alongside his father in 2005. Continue Read.... Read Teddy Dorsette III’s Achievements for resume See Teddy's work description Related Sessions |
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Akilah English“Racial Justice: Are You a History Buff”
Akilah English is a deaf and hard of hearing specialist for the District of Columbia Public Schools in Washington, D.C. With more than 14 years of experience, she has taught at elementary and middle schools in the District, Maryland, and Massachusetts. She earned her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Gallaudet University and master's degree in Deaf Education from McDaniel College. Continue Read.... Read Akilah English's Biography See Akilah's work description Related Sessions |
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Maria HernandezSubstance Use Prevention Program for the Deaf (SUPPD)
Maria Isabel Hernandez was born in Juarez, Mexico. When she was very young, her family moved to Chicago, Illinois. Maria’s deafness was discovered when she was 3 years old. Her mother and Maria learned ASL together. Now, Maria has 5 Deaf members in her family. All of them use ASL to communicate with each other. Continue Read.... Read Maria Hernandez's Biography See Maria's workshop description Related Sessions |
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Juan Bernal MondragonASL Latino Book Signer
Juan is a native signer and has excessive knowledge in American Sign Language. Juan is the winner of the Deaf Illinois Award 2013 and the current holder of the Best Deaf Activist title. Juan modeled and mentored ASL for several different Deaf Outreach videos for various hospitals. He holds an ASL Mentor certification and has worked as a Deaf Interpreter for the last 20 years. Juan also works as a LSM Deaf Interpreter. He love ASL storytelling since long time. Related Sessions |
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Ms Zandrea PittersonDeaf Jamaican Dance & Art
I am Zandrea Pitterson, Deaf and Jamaican. I work With Deaf children at Deaf school as Deaf Facilitation Culture and Jamaica Sign Language (JSL)Tutor. I love all styles of dances. All my life, I dance when I am happy. My joy is to be able to pass on my skill of dance to Deaf children and see them express their joy through dance. I would like to introduce Jamaican Dance to you as part of our culture. Continue Read.... Read Zandrea Pitterson's Biography
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Roberto SandovalMexican Art: Papel Picado (Perforated Paper)
Ethnicity/race: Chicano Roberto Sandoval is a native of San Diego and currently lives in Los Angeles. He has served on numerous committees and boards of Latinx/Latina/Latino Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Hard of Hearing and Late-Deafened (DDBDDHHLD) and sign language interpreter organizations. Continue Read.... Read Roberto Sandoval's Biography See Roberto's workshop description Related Sessions |
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Jennifer TandocPen Ink time with me
Jennifer Tandoc, an Abstract Illustrator, born in Manila, Philippines and grew up in Los Angeles, California since 1978. She graduated from California School for the Deaf in Riverside and went to National Technical Institute for the Deaf in Rochester, New York where she obtained her Associate Degree in Art and Computer Design in 2002. She now resides in Austin, Texas where she continues to follow her passion in art. Jennifer continues to thrives more in selling her artwork. Continue Read.... Related Sessions |
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Ivy VelezASL Performer with index cards
Ivy Vélez is a grassroot Latina Deaf Community Advocate and was born the oldest daughter of Deaf Parents who are both from Puerto Rico and works as a Statewide Coordinator for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Supports at the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) serving individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services and Master of Science degree in Organizational, Management and Leadership. Continue Read.... Read Ivy Vélez's Biography See Ivy's workshop description Related Sessions |
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Evelis VelezThe Colors of Love
Evelis Velez is a Native New Yorker but currently resides in Massachusetts. A Cortiva Institute School of Massage Alumni, holding a Licensed Massage Therapist NJ. Evelis is a mother of 3 children, one CODA and two Deaf children. Evelis has a natural affinity to art since she was 10 years old. She believes art allows you to explore different aspect of oneself. She enjoys bringing those elements out driving deep into the creative mind. There is no right or wrong way because art is a natural form of expression. She enjoy guiding others through that journey. Continue Read.... Read Evelis Velez's Biography See Evelis's workshop description Related Sessions |
