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CVG Airport Partners with Aira ASL

Left - black man wearing hat and using a red phone with ASL to communicate with airport worker on right.

Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) announced they will be offering free access to Aira ASL, an app providing on-demand American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting for the Deaf community. The airport also offers Aira Explorer App, for the blind and low-vision travelers. By adding Aira ASL coverage, CVG is enhancing the range of accessibility services available and supporting greater ease of travel for more people.

Video clip demonstrating the technology

More information at https://www.cvgairport.com/accessibility

 

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ANA Updates Sign Language Badge for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Passengers

Check-in counter for ANA at Yamaguchi Ube Airport, Japan © Indiana Jo

As part of its commitment to create “A Sky Welcoming Everyone”, and in the run-up to Tokyo’s 2025 Deaflympics, the ANA (All Nippon Airways) group is redesigning badges worn by cabin crew and airport staff fluent in Japanese Sign Language.

Read on at https://travelradar.aero/ana-updates-sign-language-badge-for-deaf-and-hard-of-hearing-passengers/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKYN1RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFuNTJTTEdIV2xkWjUzZGRIAR7WKaAvR9ZRG3G5hBpsrC6uF3EJW19kL928wcfwTf1VE__eVQkcGOnq6gfFQA_aem_lgGCkcFhg4lmTTEVR3E_eg#google_vignette

 

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Deaf Awareness Week: Meet Joy Harris, the Eagles’ sign language interpreter

Joy Harris signing at a Eagle Football Game in Philadelphia

Before the start of the 2018 season, the Eagles hung the first Super Bowl Championship banner in franchise history.

They also introduced a sign language interpreter for the National Anthem at home games.

“The Eagles were looking to lead the way in creating a more inclusive experience for fans, and I knew right away I wanted to be a part of that,” said Joy Harris, who has held the role since its inception. “It felt meaningful, not just as a professional role, but as a chance to help open the gameday experience to more people in a very impactful way.

“So now, I have the privilege of interpreting the National Anthem at every home game. It’s beyond rewarding to play a small part in making the game more accessible for everyone. It is an honor to be part of the Eagles family.”

Read on at https://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/deaf-awareness-week-eagles-sign-language-interpreter-joy-harris?fbclid=IwY2xjawKXebtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFhdzM1SHk0Sk1Ea0l4T3loAR5Kur21xTzDYf9JViebXn8eAYVF9-GigSl6mRHAWqq-9tg_9KgtQsZFnzb0SA_aem_BWkp0KJH4nYKRpoQ5TnrWw

 

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