Frequently ASKed questions

The ASL Impact Program is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to expanding American Sign Language accessibility in community arts and theater, while providing educational and outreach opportunities for the Deaf and ASL-using community.

The ASL Impact Program supports the arts community by offering interpreter training, artistic partnerships, and advocacy efforts to foster inclusivity and accessibility in the arts.

The mission of The ASL Impact Program is to promote equitable access to the performing arts for American Sign Language communities by removing accessibility barriers and integrating ASL interpretation into live performances.

You can get involved with The ASL Impact Program by participating in workshops, attending events, or applying for team positions such as Intern Apprentice Opportunities or Certified/Licensed Interpreter roles. We also have volunteer roles for those that want to support in other ways.

The ASL Impact Program does not provide interpreter training but rather collaborates with Interpreting professionals to mentor emerging interpreters, and by providing observation opportunities for interpreting students to learn about theatrical interpreting work with professional interpreting teams.

No, ASL Impact focuses on accessibility in the arts rather than teaching American Sign Language.

Yes, The ASL Impact Program highlights special community events involving ASL and the Arts community. These events are part of its broader focus on arts access and community engagement.

ASL-interpreted theatre means performances feature live American Sign Language interpretation.

Theatre is a major part of the program’s work, but The ASL Impact Program extends beyond performances to broader arts accessibility in local communities.

Yes, ASL Impact offers workshops for professional interpreters to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and also for community organizations to promote awareness and accessibility