Deafhood Foundation

Deafhood Foundation has now merged into the Museum of Deaf History, Arts and Culture, Inc (MDHAC) and becomes a program as Deafhood Institute (as of 2023).

MISSION
Advance and preserve knowledge about Deaf people, their languages, cultures, and experiences in the United States and around the world. 

VISION
Values and endeavors of Deaf people will be embraced.

CORE VALUES
COMMUNITY
Honoring the vitality, richness, and diversity of the Deaf community including Culture, Language (ASL, BASL, LSM, other signed languages), Art,  Deaf-Gain/ Sign-Gain Knowledge, History and Values.

COMPASSION
Respecting and celebrating the unique attributes, characteristics, perspectives, and communication modalities that make each Deaf and non-Deaf person unique. Foster and encourage goodwill, understanding and respect in the biodiversity of humankind.

DEAFHOOD
Humanizing Deaf People by reframing deafness and freeing the world of audism.

DIVERSITY
Striving to be a model of diversity, inclusion and equity by ensuring our board, staff, volunteers, and program content reflect the broad range of cultures, education, experiences, expertise, race, realities, and walks of life that constitute our society.

PRINCIPLE
Reflecting all core values in our relationships, strategies and actions.

Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture
https://www.museumofdeaf.org/