"Be of good cheer. Do not think of today's failures, but of the success that may come tomorrow. You have set yourself a difficult task, but you will succeed if you persevere; and you will find a joy in overcoming obstacles."
- Helen Keller
"The problems of deafness are deeper and more complex, if not more important, than those of blindness. Deafness is a much worse misfortune. For it means the loss of the most vital stimulus--the sound of the voice that brings language, sets thoughts astir and keeps us in the intellectual company of man."
-Helen Keller
- Helen Keller
"The problems of deafness are deeper and more complex, if not more important, than those of blindness. Deafness is a much worse misfortune. For it means the loss of the most vital stimulus--the sound of the voice that brings language, sets thoughts astir and keeps us in the intellectual company of man."
-Helen Keller
EMPOWERMENT
Leadership, Mentoring and Advocacy
This is the place Kansas Deaf Women can find some helpful resources to enhance their self-esteem, self-worth, personal dreams and making a difference to others!
Women are the majority in our society. So it should come as no surprise that deaf women are a force to be reckoned with, with their own organizations, social services, and books!
Women are the majority in our society. So it should come as no surprise that deaf women are a force to be reckoned with, with their own organizations, social services, and books!
An ASL Message from the Chairs of Vagina Monologues and DWOZ Retreat!
(UNDER CONSTRUCTION! Have yet to select the chairs for these two Committees! Will do so on August 16th! Will post them as soon as we can! Meantime, enjoy D-Pan's rendition of "Waiting on the World to Change" - perfect timing to share this now while waiting for DWOZ launch it's rejuvenating journey!)
LEADERSHIP/MENTORING
DWOZ Sisters lead by example!
DWOZ believes every Deaf Woman is a leader. DWOZ hopes to tap into the unique leadership resource in each Deaf Woman to share, teach and mentor other Deaf Women! There is a limitless wealth of leadership skills within DWOZ! NOW is an exciting time to start utilizing them right at the heart of DWOZ! Don't miss out on the many opportunities to come to learn from each other! One such opportunity is the DWOZ Inspire Retreat for Fall 2012!
 Leadership Opportunities(UNDER CONSTRUCTION!! Will be listing resources and links highlighting empowerment opportunities! - Meantime have DWU and GALLAUDET listed having some resources!)
DEAF WOMEN UNITED National Conferences
DWOZ is affiliated with Deaf Women United! DWU hosts a National Conference every two years! The Conference provides a wealth of leadership and empowerment workshops to benefit from and take home to use! Would be great for a group of DWOZ members to attend these Conferences if possible and share with DWOZ what was learned from there!
GALLAUDET Program Empowers Deaf Women
Although deaf women have made significant contributions to the deaf community and society, they do not often make headlines. During the summer, a group of women take steps to change this trend during the Women's Leadership Development Program, a week-long professional studies course at Gallaudet. The group of women of varying backgrounds, goals, and career experiences come together to discuss leadership styles and strategies, mentorship, and achieving their goals. This is a possible opportunity for a DWOZ member(s) to participate in in the near future!
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Vagina Monologues
Historically DWOZ has had the proud tradition of presenting the Vagina Monologues and will continue to do so! Vagina Monologues is slated to be presented in 2012!
The Deaf Women of OZ, an Affiliate of Deaf Women United is pleased to announce they will be supporting the V-Day movement by performing a play, "The Vagina Monologues" in American Sign Language. The performance will be at a location and date to be determined and slated for 2012! Refreshments will be served after the performance. No Spoken English interpretation will be provided. V-Day, a non-profit organization, is a global movement to stop violence against women and girls by distributing funds to grassroots, national and international organizations and programs that work towards its mission. V-Day is a catalyst that promotes creative events to increase awareness, raise money and revitalize the spirit of existing anti-violence organizations. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Historically proceeds were put into a special DWOZ fund that would be used to further programs targeting Domestic Violence/Assault for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing.  Advocacy Opportunities(UNDER CONSTRUCTION!! Will be listing resources and links highlighting advocacy opportunities! - meantime have a Self-Advocacy Training available!)
Deaf Self-Advocacy Training for Trainers
Join the CATIE Center for an overview of the Deaf Self-Advocacy Training Curriculum. Discuss the application of this curriculum for consumers with whom you work. Review goals, objectives and content of the curriculum, and receive your own copy to use to train others.
(click on the picture above for further details.) Kansas: August 8, 2011 9 a.m.—4:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Johnson County Community College 12345 College Blvd Overland Park, KS  The participants who attended on August 8th! |
