Deaf Empowerment Abroad Foundation

Deaf Empowerment Abroad Foundation Non-Profit Jamaica has long been a jewel in the Caribbean! What you don't know: it is also the home of approximately 7,500 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Jamaicans.

Its lush topography of mountains, rain forests and reef lined beaches, along with beautiful colonial architecture, renowned for diving and snorkeling in the emerald green waters, and of course, the birth place of Reggae and Jerk Chicken! The Deaf Community is proud to have its own Jamaican culture. Deaf schools are established, yet struggling; social access and Deaf rights are SLOWLY increasing. S

till, they are eager to work toward a community that provides language development, education, employment and empowerment! The key to success is....ACCESS TO COMMUNICATION!! In 2014, the Jamaica Disability Act was successfully passed, making it a milestone accomplishment for the Deaf community island wide. However, the law is rarely enforced due to lack of knowledge or understanding the importance for language accessibility. Unfortunately, sign language is not a requirement to be employed as a Deaf educator in Jamaica. The island has 14 Deaf schools staffed only by hearing teachers that may or may not know basic JSL or ASL. They are in desperate need of Interpreters fluent in JSL/ASL, as well as fluent language users to bridge the gap between education and communication.Although the need for Professional Interpreters is great, the job opportunities and funding is VERY limited , as is common in most developing countries .

04/06/2026

CS: Thank you for the barrels!

Thank you, thank you!!

JSL: We successfully received the barrels! Thank you, thank you!!

CS: Thank you for sending things including clothes!

CS: You sent things in the barrels for us, which arrived safely. Thank you!

CS: Thank you for helping us with food.

CS: Thank you!

JSL: Nuff love!

04/06/2026

Second barrel shipment has arrived and deliveries begin!Thank you for all your donations!! 🫶🏼🙌🇯🇲🇺🇸
04/03/2026

Second barrel shipment has arrived and deliveries begin!
Thank you for all your donations!! 🫶🏼🙌🇯🇲🇺🇸

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610 Baywood Court
Winter Springs, FL
32746

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm

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+14079216365

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