Georgia Association of the Deaf, Inc.

08/23/2026

Want to see this Dinner Table Syndrome film before it’s officially released??? Get your ticket now for the GAD Film Festival on October 3, 2026! Only 60 Early Bird tickets left — just $10 each! Order now by September 1st!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gad-road-tour-in-atlanta-and-asl-film-festival

08/23/2026

🎬 Join us for the GAD Road Tour & Film Festival!

Come learn about what the Georgia Association of the Deaf (GAD) has been doing across Georgia, connect with our community, and support GAD by attending our Film Festival fundraiser!

🎟️ Our goal is to sell 75 Early Bird tickets by September 1 so we can order lunch in advance. So far, approximately 15 tickets have been sold, which means 60 Early Bird tickets to go!

Great value: 3 films + lunch, all while supporting GAD’s future programs and projects!

Come join us, bring a friend, and help us reach 75! 🤟🎥🍽️

Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gad-road-tour-in-atlanta-and-asl-film-festival

08/19/2026

08/16/2026

🚨 REPOST: EARLY BIRD RATE ENDS SEPT 1ST!
Grab your $10 Early Bird tickets now before rates go up to $15! First 75 RSVPs also get FREE lunch + 10 raffle tickets for door prizes! 🎟️✨
Join the GAD Road Tour and Film Festival in Atlanta, GA 🎬🚐 to celebrate Deaf stories, Deaf culture, and Deaf leadership! All films are in ASL with English subtitles (rated PG-13).
🎟️ Ticket Pricing:
* $10 Early Bird: Until Sept 1st (11:59 PM)
* $15 Regular: Sept 2nd – Oct 2nd
* $20 At Door: Oct 3rd (No lunch included)
🔗 Get Tickets Here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gad-road-tour-in-atlanta-and-asl-film-festival
📍 Location: Atlanta Area School for the Deaf
🗓️ Date & Time: Saturday, Oct 3rd | 10 AM – 4 PM
✉️ Accommodations: Contact [email protected] by Sept 12th for translation or SSP/CN needs.
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08/16/2026

Join the GAD Road Tour and Film Festival in Atlanta, GA 🎬🚐 to celebrate Deaf stories, Deaf culture, and Deaf leadership! Experience films created by Deaf filmmakers and enjoy honest conversations about access, language, and community in Georgia.
Your registration helps GAD continue our mission of “Nothing About Us Without Us”, putting Deaf voices at the center. Come connect, learn, and support advocacy that is led by our community.
All films are in American Sign Language with English subtitles and are rated PG-13. The presentation and discussion will also be conducted in American Sign Language.
🎟️ Ticket Pricing Details:
$10 Early Bird Tickets (includes 10 free raffle tickets for the door prize) — Available until September 1st at 11:59 pm
$15 Tickets — Available September 2nd to October 2nd at 11:59 pm
$20 At the Door on October 3rd (no lunch included, but popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided)
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gad-road-tour-in-atlanta-and-asl-film-festival
Families with Deaf/HoH children who need translation services or DeafBlind individuals who require SSP/CN accommodations should contact [email protected] at least 3 weeks in advance to make arrangements.
Featuring work & support from:

08/06/2026

Today is National Deaf News 🗞️.

Who do we want to recognize and congratulate?

August 1 - Nicholas Kiego aka Nick officially begins his role as the new CEO of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD).

Applause! Nicholas isn't the only person, is he? Who else are we recognizing?

August 1 - Flavia S. Fleischer makes history as the first Deaf woman to become Dean of the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID). Applause!

August 7 – Athletes from around the world gather in Sweden for the World Deaf Golf Championships.

August 16 – The Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival celebrates Deaf artists, culture, creativity, and connection in San Francisco.

08/04/2026

📰 National Deaf News 🗞️ for August 2026

Big things are happening across the Deaf community this month!

📅 August 1 – Nicholas Kiego officially begins his role as the new CEO of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD).

📅 August 1 – Flavia S. Fleischer makes history as the first Deaf woman to become Dean of the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID).

📅 August 2026 – The NAD reviews its Zero Tolerance Policy while reaffirming its commitment to Deaf identity, culture, and community.

📅 August 7 – Athletes from around the world gather in Sweden for the World Deaf Golf Championships.

📅 August 16 – The Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival celebrates Deaf artists, culture, creativity, and connection in San Francisco.

🤟 Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay empowered.

08/03/2026

Join the GAD Road Tour and Film Festival in Atlanta, GA 🎬🚐 to celebrate Deaf stories, Deaf culture, and Deaf leadership! Experience films created by Deaf filmmakers and enjoy honest conversations about access, language, and community in Georgia.

Your registration helps GAD continue our mission of 'Nothing About Us Without Us', putting Deaf voices at the center. Come connect, learn, and support advocacy that is led by our community.

All films are in American Sign Language with English subtitles and are rated PG-13. The presentation and discussion will also be conducted in American Sign Language.

Ticket Pricing Details:
$10 Early Bird Tickets (includes 10 free raffle tickets for the door prize) — Available until September 1st at 11:59 pm
$15 Tickets — Available September 2nd to October 2nd at 11:59 pm
$20 At the Door on October 3rd (no lunch included, but popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be provided)

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gad-road-tour-in-atlanta-and-asl-film-festival

Families with Deaf/HoH children who need translation services or DeafBlind individuals who require SSP/CN accommodations should contact [email protected] at least 3 weeks in advance to make arrangements.

Angry Deaf People
ASL Education Center
DeafHope
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf

08/03/2026

GAD Newsletter Announcement

GAD releases newsletter today!

To get your complimentary newsletter, please visit the GAD website at https://deafga.org/newsletter-signup to subscribe.

Learn about what GAD did for Road Tours, DeafNation Expo Booth, NAD Delegate's report, and upcoming exciting event, GAD Road Tour in Atlanta and ASL Film Festival on October 3, 2026!

If you have any questions, please contact us by email at [email protected].

Thank you for all of your support for Georgia Association of the Deaf!