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10/15/2026

Stay connected with us!

Sign up for our email newsletters (eBlasts) to receive the latest updates on our programs, services, community events, opportunities, and our 50th Anniversary Gala to get involved.

Subscribe today through our website at www.dactexas.org!



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An aerial-view photo of a tablet resting on a laptop on a desk. A coffee mug and a table decor item are also visible. The DAC 50 logo appears in the lower-left corner.

In the very center, the tablet reads:

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10/14/2026

We’re excited to introduce our newly hired IRA Coordinator, Kyle Morris! Please give Kyle the warmest of welcomes and a round of waving hands. 🙌🙌🙌

In his role as our IRA (Information, Referral & Assistance) Coordinator, Kyle supports individuals in finding information, connecting with community resources, and learning about services that may meet their needs. He can assist with referrals related to employment, education, communication access, benefits, and other support services.

A bit about Kyle:

Kyle studied Communication with a minor in Deaf Studies, which probably explains why he can’t just listen to a rap song like a normal person. While everybody else is enjoying the beat, he’s somewhere breaking down metaphors, double entendres, wordplay, and figuring out exactly why a bar hits. He’s passionate about the Deaf community, accessibility, and connecting people with resources that actually make a difference. Outside of work, Kyle enjoys sports, fitness, traveling, and spending time with his wife and son. He’s also a Philadelphia Eagles fan living in Dallas, which means he has already chosen workplace controversy before his first day!

Welcome to DAC, Kyle!



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The video opens with Kyle standing with the front desk and the DAC logo on the all behind him. Kyle signs to the camera:

“Hello, my name is Kyle Morris, and I am the new hired IRA coordinator here at Deaf Action Center.

You will see me at the front desk here!” Kyle shows the front desk and resumes signing to the camera:

“In my role, I work with individuals find information, connect with community resources, and learn about services that may meet their needs. I can assist with referral related to employment, education, communication, access, benefits, and other support services.

It’s the football season, and I’m a Philadelphia Eagles fan!

I’m excited to join DAC, serve the community, and meet the team. And yes, Dallas Cowboys fans are welcome.”

Kyle concludes with a smile. The video cuts to the DAC 50 logo with a gray background full of bright sparkles.

We're excited to introduce our newly hired IRA Coordinator, Kyle Morris! Please give Kyle the warmest of welcomes and a ...
10/13/2026

We're excited to introduce our newly hired IRA Coordinator, Kyle Morris! Please give Kyle the warmest of welcomes and a round of waving hands. 🙌🙌🙌

In his role as our IRA Coordinator, Kyle supports individuals in finding information, connecting with community resources, and learning about services that may meet their needs. He can assist with referrals related to employment, education, communication access, benefits, and other support services.

A bit about Kyle:

Kyle studied Communication with a minor in Deaf Studies, which probably explains why he can’t just listen to a rap song like a normal person. While everybody else is enjoying the beat, he’s somewhere breaking down metaphors, double entendres, wordplay, and figuring out exactly why a bar hits. He’s passionate about the Deaf community, accessibility, and connecting people with resources that actually make a difference. Outside of work, Kyle enjoys sports, fitness, traveling, and spending time with his wife and son. He’s also a Philadelphia Eagles fan living in Dallas, which means he has already chosen workplace controversy before his first day!

Welcome to DAC, Kyle!



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A vertical graphic post with a gray background full of bright sparkles.

At the top is the DAC 50 logo and a text that reads: “WELCOME TO THE TEAM!”

In the center is Kyle Morris’ professional headshot and two rows of text that reads: “KYLE MORRIS” and “IRA COORDINATOR.” Below this is the website link: WWW.DACTEXAS.ORG

Today, we released a new email newsletter highlighting Munther's story of empowerment through DAC's Access and Empowerme...
10/12/2026

Today, we released a new email newsletter highlighting Munther's story of empowerment through DAC's Access and Empowerment program.

With just 25 days until our 50th Anniversary , his story reminds us why we're celebrating 50 years of advocacy, communication access, and empowerment, and why investing in DAC's next 50 years matters. If you haven’t yet, sign up for our email newsletters on our website!

Our goal is to raise $100,000 to sustain the essential nonprofit services and programs that have always served our Deaf and Hard of Hearing community since 1975.

Make a gift. Become a sponsor. Invest in DAC’s next 50 years of advocacy, communication access, empowerment, and impact.

Reserve your seat and make your impact: https://dactexas.org/events/

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A vertical graphic post with a gray background full of bright sparkles.

At the top is the DAC 50 logo.

In the center is a clock countdown that reads: “25 DAYS LEFT!”

In the bottom is a progress bar that reads: “$12,172” at the left and “$100,000 goal” at the right of the bar.

10/12/2026

What is ADA Title III? How does it support Deaf people navigating through business services?

Come and join Deaf Action Center’s next presentation, titled “The ADA Title III” presented in ASL by Valerie Barker, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist. We’re partnering with Deaf Mission Church UMC at Walnut Hill for this presentation.

In this interactive presentation, we will learn how ADA Title III require businesses to provide effective communication for Deaf and Hard‑of‑Hearing people through interpreters, captions, and accessible services to remove barriers.

🗓️ Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ 12:30PM - 1:30PM
📍10066 Marsh Lane, Dallas, TX 75229
🤟 Presented in ASL and open to all
📧 For inquiries, please email us at [email protected]



—VIDEO ACCESSIBILITY:
The video opens with Valerie at the front desk with the DAC logo in the background. Valerie signs to the camera:

“Hi! I’m Valerie Barker, DAC’s Access Specialist.

Deaf Action Center is partnering again with Deaf Mission Church UMC at Walnut Hill.

We will provide a presentation on ADA Title III, specifically, how businesses are required to provide effective communication through interpreters, captions, and accessible services to remove barriers.

Come and learn with us on Sunday, October 18th at 12:30pm-1:30pm!

The address is 10066 Marsh Lane, Dallas, TX 75229. See you there!”

Valerie concludes with a smile. The video cuts to the DAC 50 logo with a gray background full of bright sparkles.

What is ADA Title III? How does it support Deaf people navigating through business services?Come and join Deaf Action Ce...
10/11/2026

What is ADA Title III? How does it support Deaf people navigating through business services?

Come and join Deaf Action Center’s next presentation, titled “The ADA Title III” presented in ASL by Valerie Barker, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist. We’re partnering with Deaf Mission Church UMC at Walnut Hill for this presentation.

In this interactive presentation, we will learn how ADA Title III require businesses to provide effective communication for Deaf and Hard‑of‑Hearing people through interpreters, captions, and accessible services to remove barriers.

🗓️ Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ 12:30PM - 1:30PM
📍10066 Marsh Lane, Dallas, TX 75229
🤟 Presented in ASL and open to all
📧 For inquiries, please email us at [email protected]



—IMAGE DESCRIPTION: A flyer with a white background.

A subtitle text: “A DAC PRESENTATION”

A title text: “The ADA Title III” with the photo banner showing a presenter and an interpreter, and two audience members from the back. None of their faces are visible in the photo.

A section text: “Come and learn about how ADA Title III require businesses to provide effective communication for Deaf and Hard‑of‑Hearing people through interpreters, captions, and accessible services to remove barriers.”

There is a section of five lines.

In the first line and next to a handshake icon is a text “Deaf Mission Church UMC at Walnut Hill.”

In the second line and next to a calendar icon is a text “Sunday, October 18, 2026.”

In the third line and next to a clock icon is a text “12:30PM - 1:30PM

In the fourth line and next to a location pin icon is a text “10066 Marsh Lane, Dallas TX 75229”

In the fifth line and next to an email icon is a text “[email protected]”

There is a row showing from the left to the right: the DAC 50 logo, Valerie Barker’s professional headshot, and a smaller section of text: “Presented in ASL and by: VALERIE BARKER, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist at DEAF ACTION CENTER.” The background for this row is gray with bright sparkles.

There is a row of line reading, “ADVOCACY. COMMUNICATION. EMPOWERMENT.”

At the very bottom is the funding line that reads, “Access - Funded by HHSC Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services and The Dallas Foundation.”

30 days to go until our ! ✨We are officially one month away from the Gala on November 6th! The countdown continues as w...
10/07/2026

30 days to go until our ! ✨

We are officially one month away from the Gala on November 6th! The countdown continues as we get closer celebrating half a century of advocacy, communication access, and empowerment.

To everyone who has already reserved a seat, thank you for choosing to investing in our community and future. Haven’t registered yet? We would love to have you join us on November 6th as we celebrate 50 years and look ahead to the next 50.

Our goal is to raise $100,000 to sustain the essential nonprofit services and programs that have always served our Deaf and Hard of Hearing community since 1975.

Make a gift. Become a sponsor. Invest in DAC’s next 50 years of advocacy, communication access, empowerment, and impact.

Reserve your seat and make your impact: https://dactexas.org/events/

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A vertical graphic post with a gray background full of bright sparkles.

At the top is the DAC 50 logo.

In the center is a clock countdown that reads: “30 DAYS LEFT!”

In the bottom is a progress bar that reads: “$11,677” at the left and “$100,000 goal” at the right of the bar.

10/07/2026

Sip coffee and chat with us! ☕️

Join Deaf Action Center’s next , titled “How do I know Access Failure” presented in ASL by Valerie Barker, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist.

In this chat, we will learn how to identify access failure and gain a better understanding of our ADA rights. We’ll also cover self-advocacy scripts to protect our communication access in everyday services.

🗓️ Friday, October 16, 2026
⏰ 7:00PM - 8:00PM
📍8026 Park Lane, Dallas, TX 75231
🤟 Presented in ASL and open to all
📧 For inquiries, please email us at [email protected]



—VIDEO ACCESSIBILITY:
The video opens with Valerie at a coffee shop. Valerie signs to the camera:

“Hi! I’m Valerie Barker, DAC’s Access Specialist.

Deaf Action Center is hosting Deaf Coffee Chat this month, October. It’s a spooky month but you know what’s really spooky?

Access failure!

Wait, what’s access failure? Come and join the chat on Friday, October 16th at 7-8pm. I will not be presenting. Instead, this is interactive with you engaged! Together, we will chat about self-advocacy and protecting our communication access in everyday services.

The address is 8026 Park Lane, Dallas, TX 75231. See you here!”

Valerie concludes with a smile. The video cuts to the DAC 50 logo with a gray background full of bright sparkles.

Sip coffee and chat with us! ☕️Join Deaf Action Center’s next , titled “How do I know Access Failure” presented in ASL ...
10/06/2026

Sip coffee and chat with us! ☕️

Join Deaf Action Center’s next , titled “How do I know Access Failure” presented in ASL by Valerie Barker, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist.

In this chat, we will learn how to identify access failure and gain a better understanding of our ADA rights. We’ll also cover self-advocacy scripts to protect our communication access in everyday services.

🗓️ Friday, October 16, 2026
⏰ 7:00PM - 8:00PM
📍8026 Park Lane, Dallas, TX 75231
🤟 Presented in ASL and open to all
📧 For inquiries, please email us at [email protected]



—IMAGE DESCRIPTION: A flyer with a white background.

A subtitle text: “A DAC PRESENTATION”

A title text: “DEAF COFFEE CHAT” in a brown-black gradient color bubble effect.

A subtitle text: “Let’s chat about: How do I know Access Failure?”

A section text: “This interactive presentation teaches Deaf and Hard of Hearing people to recognize access failure, understand ADA rights, and use clear self‐advocacy scripts to protect communication access in everyday services.”

There is a section of four lines.

In the first line and next to a calendar icon is a text “Friday, October 16, 2026.”

In the second line and next to a clock icon is a text “7:00PM - 8:00PM”

In the third line and next to a location pin icon is a text “8026 Park Lane, Dallas, TX 75231”

In the fourth line and next to an email icon is a text “[email protected]”

There is a row showing from the left to the right: the DAC 50 logo, Valerie Barker’s professional headshot, and a smaller section of text: “Presented in ASL and by: VALERIE BARKER, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist at DEAF ACTION CENTER.” The background for this row is gray with bright sparkles.

There is a row of line reading, “ADVOCACY. COMMUNICATION. EMPOWERMENT.”

At the very bottom is the funding line that reads, “Access - Funded by HHSC Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services and The Dallas Foundation.”

Wait, what is Access Failure?Join Deaf Action Center for “How do I know Access Failure” presented in ASL by Valerie Bark...
10/05/2026

Wait, what is Access Failure?

Join Deaf Action Center for “How do I know Access Failure” presented in ASL by Valerie Barker, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist. We’ll learn how to identify access failure and gain a better understanding of our ADA rights. We will also cover self-advocacy scripts to protect our communication access in everyday services.

🗓️ Friday, October 16, 2026
⏰ 10:00AM - 11:00AM
📍3110 Cedarplaza Ln, Dallas, TX 75235
🤟 Presented in ASL and open to all
📧 For inquiries, please email us at [email protected]



—IMAGE DESCRIPTION: A flyer with a white background and a photo banner showing two bold, red words “Access Denied” on multiple rows of black and blue computer codes.

A subtitle text: “A DAC PRESENTATION”

A title text: “How do I know Access Failure?”

A section text: “How to recognize access failure? How do we better understand ADA rights? Join the presentation to find out! We will learn clear self-advocacy scripts to protect communication access in everyday services.”

There is a section of four lines.

In the first line and next to a calendar icon is a text “Friday, October 16, 2026.”

In the second line and next to a clock icon is a text “10:00AM - 11:00AM”

In the third line and next to a location pin icon is a text “3110 Cedarplaza Ln, Dallas, TX 75235.”

In the fourth line and next to an email icon is a text “[email protected]”

There is a row showing from the left to the right: the DAC 50 logo, Valerie Barker’s professional headshot, and a smaller section of text: “Presented in ASL and by: VALERIE BARKER, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist at DEAF ACTION CENTER.” The background for this row is gray with bright sparkles.

There is a row of line reading, “ADVOCACY. COMMUNICATION. EMPOWERMENT.”

At the very bottom is the funding line that reads, “Access - Funded by HHSC Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services and The Dallas Foundation.”

Address

3110 Cedarplaza Lane
Dallas, TX
75235

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+12145210407

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