International Day of Sign Languages – September 23
International Day of Sign Languages – September 23
2025 Theme (UN): “A World Where Deaf People Everywhere Can Sign Anywhere!”
Message: “Sign Languages Unite Us.”
1..Purpose
To raise awareness of sign language as a bridge of inclusion
To promote equal rights and accessibility for people who are Deaf
To encourage students to learn basic sign language and respect diversity
2..Primary School (Classes 1–5)
🎯 Focus: Awareness & Inclusion
Morning Assembly Story: Simple tale about a deaf child making friends through signs.
Teach Basic Signs: Hello, Thank You, Sorry, Yes, No (5-min demo session).
Art Activity: Draw hands forming the word “LOVE” in sign language.
Friendship Activity: Students practice greeting each other using basic signs.
Peace Pledge:
> “I will respect everyone, no matter how they speak or hear.”
3..Middle School (Classes 6–8)
🎯 Focus: Communication & Empathy
Poster & Slogan Competition: “Hands Talk Too.”
Short Skit / Role Play: Scene showing a deaf student being included in class.
Video Screening: Play a short video about the life of Helen Keller or a famous deaf personality.
Learn the Alphabet in Sign Language: Teachers can guide students through A–Z signs.
Silent Game Session: Play “Dumb Charades” to show the power of non-verbal communication.
4..High School (Classes 9–12)
🎯 Focus: Leadership & Advocacy
Seminar / Guest Talk: Invite a sign language interpreter or a deaf educator to speak.
Create a Sign Language Club: Encourage weekly practice sessions.
Social Media Campaign: Students create short reels teaching 1–2 signs daily.
Debate: “Is Sign Language Education Necessary for All?”
Peace Chain: Form a human chain with posters reading “Inclusion for All.”
5..College Students (Arts, Science, Engineering)
🎯 Focus: Inclusion & Technology
Panel Discussion: “Technology for Accessibility – How Far Have We Come?”
Workshop: Learn 20–30 essential signs with a professional interpreter.
Hackathon: Develop innovative solutions for hearing-impaired communication.
Street Play / Flash Mob: Promote awareness about respecting sign language.
Collaboration with Deaf Community: Volunteer at a local school for the Deaf.
6..Nursing / Medical Students
🎯 Focus: Patient Care & Accessibility
Training Session: Teach basic signs for common hospital words (Pain, Medicine, Water, Yes/No).
Simulation Activity: Students practice communicating with a “deaf patient.”
Poster Exhibition: “Healthcare Without Barriers.”
Patient Communication Project: Develop pictorial charts for wards to assist deaf patients.
Awareness Lecture: Importance of interpreters in healthcare.
7..Campus-Wide Activities (All Levels)
Blue Dress Code: Wear blue (official color for Deaf awareness).
Sign Language Pledge: Students pledge to learn at least 10 basic signs.
School/College Wall of Inclusion: Students write one way they will promote accessibility.
Silent March: Students hold placards with messages like “Inclusion is Everyone’s Right.”
