Hy Local Guides, 
We celebrated Inclusive week 
with 100th Celebrative post 
of the series and this week is for Auditory accessibility 
as we celebrate International Sign Language Week from September 22nd to 28th, International Day of Sign Language 
(Today) and International Week of Deaf Persons.
This year’s theme for Auditory accessibility (Sign Language) is : No Human Rights without Sign Language Rights. Sign language is not just a method of communication but an important part of linguistics and cultural identity of a community who needs Auditory Accessibility.
Priority seatings for persons who use Sign Languages at International Bangalore Airport.
As a local guide, we are committed to building an inclusive space and community & this week is the perfect time to promote, learn and advocate the needs of Auditory Accessibility in our community and on Google Maps.
How can we contribute towards Auditory accessibility for persons who use sign languages?
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Including Accessibility in reviews
- When you visit a cafe, museum or a public safe, try to add useful information for deaf community or persons who use sign language in the reviews; such as :- Does any staff know sign language?
- Do they have priority seatings for persons who need auditory accessibility?
- Are there any captions at sign boards or menu at the place?
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Taking highlighted media
- You can take and upload photos/video to Google Maps of written menu & sign boards which have detailed information of that place or features they provide for the customer. -
Hosting Meetups
- You can host meetups on learning about auditory accessibility or how to contribute towards that accessibility on Google Maps.
Check about Updates on Accessibility to know about Auditory accessibility.
Let’s work & contribute towards making Google Maps more inclusive and help the world where “Deaf people everywhere can sign anywhere”.
Share your stories on how you contribute towards Auditory Accessibility on Google Maps where it helps persons who use sign languages!
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