Interpreters promise full access to communication for the Deaf community. However, how often do they incorporate non-manual signals (NMS) in their interpretation? NMS includes facial expressions, body movements, classifiers, and the like. Without the use of NMS, will Deaf clients/patients fully understand the concepts of simple and complex messages? This workshop will focus on understanding the possible challenges for interpreters to use NMS as well as the impacts of this on the Deaf community. This workshop will offer hands-on activities to interpret using NMS. This workshop will also allow participants to self-evaluate their skills, to determine their strengths and weaknesses to understand which areas they need more support in.

CEUs: 0.3 CEUs are available through Sign Language Resources, Inc. (SLR). The cost is $11 (including the Venmo fee). Please send payment via Venmo to @SLRconnect.