Illinois Association of the Deaf

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Illinois Association of the Deaf (IAD) is Illinois' leading civil rights organization of, by and for deaf and hard of hearing Illinoisans.
Established in 1877, IAD is committed to addressing numerous advocacy causes, including early intervention, education, employment,
healthcare, technology, telecommunications, youth leadership and more.

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Lead-K HB1783 Going to the Senate on May 5, 2026 – Sign Witness Slip

The Illinois LEAD-K Bill will be going before the Senate on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. It has already passed the House side!Please take few moments to go review and sign a “Witness” slip saying that you support passing the bill. We need your help in raising awareness and support for this…

Share Your Thoughts and Preferences for the Next CEO of NAD

IAD encourages members to register and respond to a poll to share your thoughts and preferences for the Next CEO of NAD. Responses are confidential and IAD will not have access to the responses.Link: https://www.nad.org/2026/04/10/nad-board-update-ceo-search-finalists-community-forum/ Thank you for your support of IAD and NAD!IAD Board

LEAD-K Bill going to House March 19, 2026: Sign Witness Slip

The Illinois LEAD-K Bill will be going to the House tomorrow. Please take few moments to review and sign a ‘Witness” slip saying that you support passing the bill.We need your help in raising awareness and support for this important bill!Details of the LEAD-K Bill: https://www.ilga.gov/Documents/legislation/104/HB/10400HB1783.htm Sign a Witness Slip…

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