When engaging with deaf people, just like other spaces, have their own rules of ettiquette.
The main ones are what we use in our everyday lives. You should treat deaf persons with respect and patience.
Empathy is very key.
Some of them include but are not limited to:
🌸 Always face the person directly and maintain eye contact.
🌸 If you're unsure of the best way to connect, politely ask about their preferred method.
(Sign Language, Lip Reading, Writing, Using Technology)
🌸 Most importantly, treat the interaction as you would with anyone else, with dignity, equality and genuine interest in understanding their persective.
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