GWADA OBJECTIVES
Be a resource for the education, social justice, civil advocacy, human rights of Asian/Pacific Deaf and Hard of Hearing persons and their families. Promote educational programs, workshops and seminars for Asian Deaf/Hard of Hearing infants/children, their hearing parents, new Asian immigrants and the helping professionals who work with them. Conduct and facilitate leadership/asse
rtiveness training programs and self-esteem seminars for Asian Deaf/Hard of Hearing adults and their family members. Educate the general public about the Asian cultural heritage as well as Asian Deaf culture. To serve as an information clearinghouse on information about Asian Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing people. Enhance the recognition and achievements of Asian Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing people, promoting ethnic/cultural identity and pride. Award scholarships and stipends to outstanding Asian Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing students
Promote efficient fund-raising activities to accomplish the above-mentioned mission
