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International Deaf Communities

International deaf communities, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Iran, Ireland, and Peru.

Deaf People in International Communities

A series of articles about deafness around the world.

Argentina's Deaf Community

Article on the deaf community of Argentina, including sign language information.

Armenia's Deaf Community

Guest article by Marina Nercessian about deafness in Armenia.

Australia's Deaf Community

Article about the deaf community of Australia, including Australia's sign language.

Brazil's Deaf Community

Article about Brazil's deaf community, including the sign language used in Brazil.

China's Deaf Community

China has a large deaf population, plenty of schools, does research, and more.

Colombia's Deaf Community

A look at the deaf community of Colombia, in Latin America.

Germany's Deaf Community

An overview of the deaf community in Germany.

India's Deaf Community

Deafness information for India, including schools and nongovernmental organizations.

Iran's Deaf Community

A look at deafness in Iran.

Ireland's Deaf Community

Article about the deaf community of Ireland, including Irish sign language.

Mexico's Deaf Community

A "virtual visit" to Mexico and its deaf community.

Peru's Deaf Community

A look at deafness in Peru.

South Africa's Deaf Community

South Africa has a well-established deaf community, well-served by schools, organizations, service agencies, and more.

Canada's Deaf Community

Want to know more about Canada's deaf and hard of hearing community? Learn more about organizations and services for the deaf and hard of hearing in Canada.

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