Colorado Association of the Deaf

08/30/2026

08/25/2026

Summary: We have a Facebook group for community feedback, New Focus on Language Justice for ASL, and are planning to host forums to revisit the roots of CAD.

TRANSCRIPT: I’m back from the NAD conference. As a delegate, I learned a lot from wonderful leaders from different state associations. Some were successful, while others struggled. I learned from their advice and gained a better understanding of the goals of state associations. The goal is to advocate for legislative and policy systems that meet the needs of deaf ASL users. We should not focus on those who speak and hear. We should focus on those who are deaf and do not speak and use ASL. That is who CAD represents. Based on what I learned, I will take three actions. First, I will set up a Facebook group called “Improve CAD.” If you are motivated to see CAD return to its former glory by advocating for legislative and policy systems that meet the needs of deaf ASL users, join the group and share your ideas on how CAD can improve. Second, we will focus on language equivalency. I think the parallels between disability and deafness are difficult because the experiences are different. People with disabilities rely on spoken language, while deaf people rely on ASL. I found a group of people with similar experiences: people who spoke different languages, such as Spanish, Korean, and Vietnamese. They used different languages and interpreters, but they had similar experiences under the umbrella of language justice. That’s what we’re focusing on. We will share more details about what we’re doing next. It’s important to know that we will host a public forum, which means that people can come and share their thoughts, concerns, dreams, and hopes. Thank you.
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04/20/2026

This is why your, voice, testimony for HB26-1109 is important. Right now, we need a research team to study our accessibility struggles! -1109

Do you want to see Colorado being updated and have the state regulate sign language interpreters?

04/20/2026

Four Days. One Bill. One Chance to Catch Colorado Up!

-1109 establishes a state study on consumer protections for sign language interpreters. The first step toward licensure, Colorado has never had. Twenty states are ahead of us. Our neighbors New Mexico, Nebraska, and Arizona all require interperter licensure. We are behind.

Before Thursday, April 23:
-Submit Written Testimony at leg.colorado.gov
-Sign up to testify on Zoom (or submit written testimony)
-Share this video

Three sentences on the record is enough. Your hands matters

04/15/2026

Queen City Hoops 3x3 Deaf Basketball Tournament happening this Saturday, April 18th from 9 am to 4 pm!! Deadline to register: Wednesday, April 15th (Team Registration Fee: $100)

Funds go to GYM & Prize!

Register today!!! Ask & if you have questions!

04/02/2026

CAD stands with survivors. Full stop.

We express complete disappointment in the alleged conduct described in the charges filed by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office against Jason Gunderson. Using a position of community trust to harm a minor(s) is an unforgivable betrayal of our values, our people, and everything Deaf leadership is supposed to mean.

Accountability starts with us by naming it, refusing to minimize it, and demanding better from our leaders and our organizations going forward.

Healing starts with the Colorado Association of the Deaf and DOVE: Deaf Overcoming Violence through Empowerment

If this news has brought up pain, fear, or difficult memories — please reach out!

You are not alone. CAD will not look away.

DOVE: Deaf Overcoming Violence through Empowerment: Free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support in ASL 303-831-7874 | [email protected] deafdove.org

Deaf LEAD Deaf Crisis Line: Call or VP (321) 800-3323
988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call/VP or Text 988 deaflead.org

Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services (ADWAS): 855-812–1001

National Domestic Violence Hotline Call: 1-800-799-7233 | TTY: 1-800-787-3224 Text: "START" to 88788 thehotline.org

01/17/2026

Hello All!

What happened to Veditz Center?

01/14/2026

Breakdown on CAD President’s Report to the Community 2025

01/14/2026

PRESIDENT'S REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 2025
This is a complete video with a vlog on each slide. Please do make yourself comfortable and watch this presentation. We will make a series of posts for each slide so you can get the breakdown. Deaf Communities in Colorado need to be informed about CAD.

12/03/2025

Great job opportunity! This camp is one of our best memories and we hope to see more memories being made at ASPEN deaf camp!