News
Stay up to date with the latest news and updates from NNAD. Here, you will find information about our recent activities, upcoming events, and important announcements. We are committed to keeping our community informed and engaged with our ongoing work and achievements.
Progress in Namibian Sign Language recognition and provision of sign language interpreters in Parliament
NNAD is proud of such progress and will monitor the development as great strides unfold. We are also developing an app to facilitate online NSL learning for everyone.
Read MoreHappy International Women’s Day
Happy International Women's Day! Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and leadership of Deaf women and girls worldwide. Yet, many still face barriers to education, employment, and equal rights. This...
Read MoreFirst data collection trip to the coast a resounding success!
The NNAD Deaf team is thrilled to announce the resounding success of our first data collection trip to the coast! From February 26th to March 1st, we engaged with the...
Read MoreHuman Rights Day
All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. Human rights belong to all of us — regardless of nationality, gender, income or any other status, ensuring...
Read MoreLaunch of the Namibian Population and Housing Census main report
I was happy to attend the launch of the Namibian Population and Housing Census main report at Country Club (30.10.2024) […]
Read MoreThank you for your generous support and contributions!
On behalf of the entire team at the Namibian National Association of the Deaf (NNAD), we would like to express our deepest gratitude for the generous support and contributions towards...
Read MoreSuccessful Launch of IWDP and IDSL in Windhoek!
We are thrilled to announce the successful launch of the International Week of Deaf People (IWDP) and International Day of Sign Language (IDSL) today in Windhoek!
Read MoreInternational Day of Sign Languages 2024. #IWDP & #IDSL
NNAD invites you to the International Week of Deaf People (IWDP) and International Day of Sign Languages (IDSL) commemoration on 23 September at Gateway Conference Centre, Windhoek, Khomasdal.
Read MoreThinking about accessibility
Have you thought about accessibility and how your surrounding operates in term of accessibility…? What are your plans to improve […]
Read MoreMyth Busters! DEBUNKING common misconceptions about Deafness
Myth: Deaf people can read lips perfectly. #DeafFacts Truth: Lipreading is a challenging skill, even for hearing people. It only […]
Read MoreReport on Presidential Candidate Discussion on Deaf Community Issues
Photo: NNAD members who attended the event, with two Sign Language interpreters in greens, KAS’ Madam Nathalie and Tate Zaire, […]
Read MoreGroundbreaking digital initiative to empower the deaf and hearing community to communicate
We are proud to announce the launch of an innovative project titled "Using Digital Technology to Advance Deaf Persons' Rights and Participation in Namibia".
Read MoreEnsuring Deaf Representation at the Global Stage
The NNAD is delighted to highlight the participation of the World Federation of the Deaf at the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with...
Read MoreReport on the 2023 International Week of the Deaf and International Day of Sign Languages
This report presents the activities, challenges and successes of commemorating and celebrating the International Month of the Deaf and the International Day of Sign Language 2023 in Namibia
Read MoreMeet Immanuel Tuyeni, a civil servant at the Office of the Auditor General
Meet Immanuel Tuyeni, a civil servant at the Office of the Auditor General making waves in Namibia! An avid footballer, Tuyeni represents Namibia in the deaf persons’ national football team....
Read MoreDeaf community urges Government to recognise sign language
The director of the National Association of the Deaf, Paul Nanyeni, says the community has been excluded from accessing information and basic services.
Read MoreSign language interpreters in Windhoek for training
Sign language interpreters from various parts of Namibia are in Windhoek for a 10-day training.
Read MoreCenter for Communication and Deaf Studies calls for urgent private sector intervention
A staggering number of children with special needs were unable to secure school placement this year. The challenges are attributed to unequipped schools and institutions, a shortage of infrastructure, and...
Read MoreNamibia to consider recognition of sign language as official national language
Inclusivity for the deaf community should be a national priority to bridge the gap between those living with disabilities and those without.
Read MoreNNAD, University of Witwatersrand train Namibian sign language interpreters
NNAD, University of Witwatersrand train Namibian sign language interpreters
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