IW 121: Interview Alex Laferriere Part 1: Sign Language for Humanity-Rip the Band-Aid OFF

Send me a Text Message here. It'll hurt! But it won't heal if it's covered. So, pull and pull fast! Are sign language interpreters just a "bandaid" for systemic societal issues? Some wounds are deep and hard to heal. Covering up problems without analyzing what's the root of the problem can cause more problems. Our guest today, Alex, a child of deaf adults is not a sign language interpreter. His stories teach us a new perspective of the CODA journey and can help us understand our relationship...

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This unique (sometimes funny, sometimes serious) podcast focuses on supporting signed language interpreters in the European countries by creating a place with advice, tips, ideas, feelings and people to come together. Interpreter's Workshop with Tim Curry deals with the fact that many countries do not have education for sign language interpreters. Here we talk to sign language interpreters, teachers, and researchers, to look at the real issues and share ideas for improvement from many countries. Signed language interpreters usually work alone or in small teams. This can create a feeling of uncertainty about our work, our skills and our roles. Here is the place to connect and find certainty. Let me know what you need at https://interpretersworkshop.com/contact/ and TRANSCRIPTS here: https://interpretersworkshop.com/transcripts